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On January 9, Amanda Hackney of Black Cat GIS & Biological Services, will talk about the Galveston Bay Watershed Trash Action Plan and ongoing efforts to reduce waterborne pollution from the bayous to the bay.
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On January 15, join the Bay Area Sierra Club to hear Clayton Greenbaum, volunteer Director for the Texas Citizens' Climate Lobby, talk about the carbon fee and dividend policy.
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The Sierra Club released its 2019 Texas Legislative Scorecard, ranking every member of the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate on their environmental voting record in the 86th Texas Legislature.
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Progress on Houston Bikeways In the past year steady progress has been made in planning, designing, and building out a number of Houston Bikeway projects.
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By Brandt Mannchen
This year the Houston Sierra Club (HSC) has worked to recruit new people and fill key positions. That is and what will be the key to our success in the future. Recruit, recruit, recruit! Then train, retain, appreciate, and prevent volunteer burnout.
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Wild and Scenic Film Festival on Tour
Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour, January 28 and 29, 2020. Support this year's Wild & Scenic Film Festival, one of the largest environmental film festivals in North America. |
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The Houston Sierra Club is Changing, and That is Good! By Brandt Mannchen
This is my last article as Chair for the Houston Sierra Club (HSC). I did not run for the Executive Committee (ExCom) for 2020 and cannot be Chair. 2019 was a very challenging year for me. The last time I was Chair of the HSC was 37 years ago.
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Houston Sierra Club and Forest Restoration Restoration is a term used frequently in forest management and forest protection or preservation. What does it mean to the Houston Sierra Club (HSC)? This article provides information about what ecological restoration should mean for forests.
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Sierra Club Wishes Arlene Diehl a Rapid Get Well Soon! Arlene Diehl, a former Houston Sierra Club Chair and volunteer leader, is recovering from health-related issues this holiday season. Arlene was Houston Sierra Club Chair in the 2000’s and has been a quiet but strong supporter of the Club for over 20 years.
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Help Wanted The Houston Group of the Sierra Club is looking for help in the following areas:
Webmaster, Proofreading, Wetlands Chair, Air Pollution Chair, Lone Star Hiking Trail Volunteers, Outings Leaders, Volunteer Coordinator, Climate Justice Chair, Political Committee, Membership Chair, Audio / Video Coordinator, Forestry. Help to make a difference for the Sierra Club!
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Get Outdoors For current information on upcoming outings in the Houston area, check out our MeetUp site.
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East Fork of Double Bayou By Tom Douglas
On November 16 we met up at Double Bayou Park, which is about 7 miles southeast of the community of Anahuac. Located directly across the road from the once-bustling Double Bayou Dance Hall, the park has many trees and open grassy spots.
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Sandhill Cranes and Moccasin Pond By Brandt Mannchen
Whenever I turn onto County Road 306, in Brazoria County, I know I am not far from San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge. I begin to slow down and look for jewels on the power-line poles and lines.
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When you donate to the Sierra Club's Houston Group, you support local efforts to:
- Protect wild and treasured places, from the Big Bend area to the Big Thicket
- Keep our air and water clean
- Ensure adequate water supply for people and environment
- Ensure a clean energy future
- Reduce climate disruption
- Keep pressure on politicians and corporations to ensure safe and healthy communities
Your financial help allows us to meet the challenges of protecting and preserving our treasured Houston area.
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