Announcements from the Southern Nevada Group

Monthly General Meetings are held at NV Energy (Nevada Power Co.) on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Prior to the monthly meeting, there will be a social time from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  Contact Gary Beckman for more info.

• Date: July 8th (Wednesday)
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Place: 6226 W. Sahara (East entrance, Wengert meeting room), Las Vegas NV
• Program:   “The Challenges Associated with the Changing Face of Natural Resources in Nevada,” by Allen Biaggi, Director, Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Learn about the State divisions within the DCNR including Conservation Districts, State Lands, Water Resources, Environmental Protection, State Parks and Forestry, and the Wild Horse Commission and Natural Heritage Program. Hear how the State budget deficit is affecting the personnel and services and how that affects us - Nevada residents and users.                                       
  All members and general public are welcome. Refreshments & announcements, too.
  Info: Gary Beckman (648-2983).

CONSERVATION MEETING - Wed. July 8 - 6:00-7:00 p.m. just prior to the monthly program meeting, same room. All welcome. jane Feldman; janefeldman@cox.net

JUNE MEETING

Our thanks to our speaker for our May General Meeting: Ranger Rick Keller


          

Rick Keller, a ranger with the Nevada Division of State Parks, told us about Nevada's 25 State parks, where they're located, & the many recreational and educational opportunities available, including parks in the Las Vegas area: Spring Mountain Ranch, Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort, Valley of Fire, & Big Bend of the Colorado.

SNG Leaders Participate in OZ C.R.E.W. Lake Mead Cleanup

On the last Saturday in June four of the Southern Nevada Group ExCom journeyed to Lake Mead to participate in an on-going program by the National Park Service called OZ C.R.E.W. (Operation Zero, Citizens Removing & Eliminating Waste). The “OZ CREW” goal is to engage community groups and families to experience Lake Mead National Recreation Area while working together to keep our national park clean.

Left to right in the stern of the boat behind the bags of trash we collected are Matt Van Note, Rita Ransom, Par Rasmusson and Scott Stevens. Photo by Barbara Sharp.

Barbara and Volunteer In Park Tony keep an eye out as the workers cool off in the inviting waters of Lake Mead after helping clean its shores. Photo by Par.

As Scott Steven's feet show, we spent time not only in the water, but also in the mud! Photo by Par.

ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC

SUMMER PICNIC & CAMPOUT AUGUST 8
Do you need a break from the heat? Want to socialize with your fellow Sierra Club members and friends? Do you enjoy hot dogs and hamburgers grilled in the great outdoors? Well, we have the perfect recipe for summer fun....our annual (sort of!) picnic held among the cool pines of Mt. Charleston with camping on the same site that night for those who are interested. This will be a potluck with the Club providing the hot dogs and hamburgers with all the trimmings. Plus, there will be some surprise activities. Small donation of $3.00 per person requested to help defray costs. To reduce our carbon footprint, carpooling is enouraged, and we won't be using disposables,  so bring your own plates and utensils. All members, friends, and guests welcome. For more information and to RSVP, contact Matt VanNote at vansvan@hotmail.com.

Reduce, Re-Use, RECYCLE!

INTERESTED IN RECYCLING?  We're forming a group to work on increasing the scope and frequency of recycling locally. Contact Maxine Miller, millerma1@cox.net and let's get going with this!

You can help:

MEMORIAL FOR FRED TREAT - In memory of our recent Group chairman, Fred Treat, who passed away last January, the Southern Nevada Group is planning to purchase an engraved tile for the memorial walkway at the Red Rock Canyon NCA visitors center. Fred loved Red Rock, as the rest of us do. A new visitors' center is currently under construction and should be completed by the end of the year. If you wish to donate to Fred’s memorial, please contact Gary Beckman 648-2983, glbeckman@hotmail.com.

TECHNICAL HELP NEEDED!  Can you transfer a VHS tape to a DVD? The speaker for our September meeting needs this service for her presentation and has no budget for it. Your help gratefully appreciated!  Rita Ransom, rita.ransom@hotmail.com

FACEBOOK

HEY, HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE? Our Club activites and information can now be found at www.facebook.com.  Search for Southern Nevada Group.

Leader Needed for our Group!

We need an enthusiastic volunteer to serve on our Executive Committee to fill a vacancy until year's end (and perhaps longer). If you have a desire to further the goals of the Sierra Club to Explore, Enjoy and Protect our Planet, consider joining the Southern Nevada Group ExCom. Get involved, sharpen your leadership skills, and make a difference here in southern Nevada. Training provided. Rita Ransom, 395-6992 or rita.ransom@hotmail.com                    

Friends of Gold Butte

- Nancy Hall, friendsofgoldbutte@gmail.com or 346-3723 Email to join their mailing list for hikes, meetings and ways to support the designation of Gold Butte as an NCA and Wilderness Area.

"Friends of Gold Butte" We still need folks to take action....Please contact your representative congressperson Titus or Berkley in support of protecting Gold Butte as National Conservation Area and Wilderness.  Go to Wildnevada.org and click "Take Action" or friendsofgoldbutte.org for more information.

Multi Species Habitat Conservation Plan Report

CLARK CO. MULTIPLE SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN - Progress Report & Symposium
August 11-12 (Tu, W), 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; U.S. Geological Survey, Main conference room, 160 N. Stephanie St., Henderson, NV  89704

http://www.accessclarkcounty.com/depts/daqem/epd/dcp/Pages/dcpactiveprojects.aspx    Marci Henson, Program manager, Desert Conservation Program 455-3118, mhenson@co.clark.nv.us

Get Outdoors Nevada

GET OUTDOORS NEVADA SOUTHERN NEVADA INTERAGENCY VOLUNTEER PROGRAM  tammy.gerber@unlv.edu,702-895-5484. More info & registration at http://www.getoutdoorsnevada.orgYou can participate in lots of outdoor projects including cleanups, restorations, and educational events.

Sat. June 13; Northwest Neighborhood Cleanup; 6:30a.m.-12:00p.m. Location: Ann Road and I-215
Agency: BLM and Clark County

Wed. June 17; Spring Mountains Sweep the Peak Event; 10:00AM to 12:00 PM; Location: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area; Agency: USFS; Work Type: Clean-up

Sat. June 20; Lucky Strike Clean-up; 7:30 AM to noon;  Location: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area; Agency: BLM; Work Type: Clean-up

Sat. June 20; Bittersprings Willow Pole Planting; 6 am to noon; Location: Bittersprings Riparian Area; Agency: BLM; Work Type: Restoration

Sat. June 20; Forest Service Clean-up; 8:00 AM to noon; Location: Lovell Canyon, Spring Mountains National Recreation Area; Agency: USFS; Work Type: Clean-up

Sat. June 27; Seed Collection; Location: Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Agency: NPS; Work Type: Seed Collection; Call Jennifer Winston at (702) 293-8711 or email jennifer_winston@nps.gov to reserve a spot.                                   


There are also plenty of volunteer and docent opportunities.

*Docents needed for NPS program working with children, min. 1 day/wk, 8 hrs. Training provided.
Background checks required. Nancy Bernard, National Park Service, (702) 293-8714.                                  
*Volunteer Administrative Assistants for National Park Service. Nancy Bernard, (702) 293-8714.

*Volunteers Needed to Help Keep Mt. Charleston Clean!
Groups and individuals who want to help take care of this beautiful National Recreation Area are encouraged to get involved. Opportunities available for participating one time or on an ongoing basis. Patty (702) 468-8929.    
                                                                                                                   
*ASSIST BLM with graffiti removal from natural resources. Jim Cribbs at (702) 515-5234.

Put Your Financial Savvy to (Volunteer) Work!

FINANCIAL VOLUNTEER NEEDED!                                                                      
Be part of our leadership team! The Southern Nevada Group needs a volunteer with some financial background to assist  our executive committee (ExCom) with financial planning and budgeting. No pay, but very rewarding nevertheless! Responsibilities include attending a monthly ExCom meeting. Kris Cunningham, krissysjake@gmail.com 

Other Opportunities to Get Involved

GREEN LIVING MADE EASY! Sierra Club National has launched a new site, www.sierraclubgreenhome.com designed to help people just like you to green their homes. It makes green living more practical for ordinary consumers by providing a wealth of information regarding environmentally friendly products & practices for every aspect of home life. Features include a home carbon calculator, home health quiz, net solar costs calculator and more.

WANT TO GO TO OZ? OPERATION ZERO, THAT IS!  Join a Lake Mead cleanup activity sponsored by the NPS. Up to 10 people will be boated to a cove at Lake Mean NRA to clean up trash, then enjoy some exploration and/or swimming. Each C.R.E.W. (Citizens Removing and Eliminating Waste) date is limited to 10 participants. Trips available Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer. Date(s) will be set based on interest. Notify Rita Ransom and indicate your preference, a Wednesday or a Saturday, and she'll schedule one or more dates, based on availability. rita.ransom@hotmail.com.

SIERRA CLUB SUPPORTS Green Works,™ the new line of natural household cleaning products from the makers of Clorox products. Green Works cleaning products are made from natural, renewable resources such as coconuts, lemon oils, etc., 100% biodegradable and 99% petrochemical free. They contain no phosphorus or bleach &  nor animal testing. These products are environmentally conscious, affordable, work well, and will be available to millions of people. This month you will start seeing our name, logo and the statement that “Green Works is a proud supporter of Sierra Club’s efforts to preserve and protect the planet” on the labels and packaging. These products offer a way for tens of millions of Americans to get involved in doing something good for the planet - as well as directly support Sierra Club - all through their everyday actions as consumers. The financial support from the Green Works product line will help Sierra Club continue our conservation efforts, including the protection of America’s clean air, clean water, wildlife and special places. 

STOP UNWANTED CATALOGS: The 19 billion catalogs mailed every year consume 3.6 million tons of paper and 53 million trees. Stop the deluge at your house by registering at www.catalogchoice.org to search and decline. You can also add an entry. The site is endorsed by the Ecology Center in Berkeley, CA, the National Wildlife Federation, and the National Resources Defense Council.

RECYCLE OLD TVs: Did you know one TV can leak eight lbs. of lead into the environment? Check www.mygreenelectronics.org or www.earth911.org where you can type in your zip code for a list of recycling centers near you. Some mfrs & retailers like Sony & Best Buy have their own plans. Check www.epa.gov/rcc/plugin for corporate sites that detail their TV recycling program.

Outside Las Vegas Foundation Protects and revitalizes park sites, creates trails, produces publications. www.outsidelasvegas.org

Take Pride in America Coordinates anti-litter initiative; includes cleanups & work on strengthening anti-litter and anti-dumping regulations and penalties. www.publiclands.unlv.edu/takepride.htm  

 
 Recycling Links to 15 companies that recycle aluminum, appliances, auto batteries, cardboard, electronics, ink cartridges, magazines, newspapers, paper, plastic, pallets, and scrap metal. www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/environmental_health/solid_waste/recycling_opportunities.htm

Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation Recycles old cell phones and used portable, rechargeable batteries. www.rbrc.org/call2recycle/dropoff/index.php

Photo Credit: Rosa Waggoner Location: Bright Angel Trail, Grand Canyon

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