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Meetings and Events: Grand Canyon Chapter, Arizona
Happenings Around the State
Welcome! Six Groups make up the Sierra
Club Grand Canyon Chapter. Conservation, political and legislative activism,
administrative work, and outings are a few ways we work to protect this
amazing state. And there are many more! All the events and meetings
listed below are open to members interested in learning more about the
Sierra Club. We aim to make this world a better, more livable place. We
need your help!
Chapter Announcements
MAY 5 and JUN 5 (MON) 5:30 p.m. Political Committee meetings. Meet at the Sierra Club's Phoenix office. If you're interested in participating during the 2008 campaign season, now's the time to join the committee! We meet monthly to act as advocates for conservation through political action. Contact Lynn DeMuth at lmdemuth@cox.net.
MAY 7 (WED) 5:30 p.m. Publications Committee meeting. Discuss upcoming issues of the Canyon Echo. Contact Tiffany Sprague at 602-253-9140 or tiffany.sprague@sierraclub.org for more information, meeting location, and possible schedule changes.
MAY 21 (WED) 6:30 p.m. Wildlife Committee meeting. Help plan fun wildlife outings, learn about wildlife research and agency policies, and meet great folks who share your concern for Arizona's critters. Meet at the Sierra Club office at 202 E. McDowell Rd., Ste. 277, Phoenix, or you may participate via conference call if preferred. Please contact Halina Szyposzynski at halina@amerion.com or Sandy Bahr at 602-253-8633.
MAY 27 and JUN 24 (TUE) 6 p.m. Energy Committee meeting. Discuss various energy activities, including Cool Cities and renewable energy campaigns nationally and locally. Everyone is invited to participate, no matter how much or how little you know about energy issues. Location: 202 E. McDowell in Phoenix (2nd floor conference room in the SE corner of the Quality Inn Suites). Contact Jon Findley at 480-756-2916 or energy@grandcanyon.sierraclub.org.
MAY 29 (THU) 6 p.m. Water Committee conference call. Discuss important water issues affecting Arizona. For more information, contact Scott Mittelsteadt at msteadt@gmail.com.
JUN 1 (SUN). Copy deadline for July/August Canyon Echo. Theme is “Your Arizona,” looking at personal impact on the environment. Articles, art, photographs, poetry, essays, and brief epiphanies are welcome. Contact the editor before submitting at 602-253-9140 or tiffany.sprague@sierraclub.org to discuss word count, photos to include, licensing, issue topics, and to request submission guidelines.
JUN 25 (WED) 2-7 p.m. (stop by anytime) Canyon Echo Mailing Party. Club volunteers save the Chapter thousands of dollars every year by preparing the Canyon Echo for mailing. Thank you! The job is easy to learn and takes only a few hours once every two months. We all have a great time. Any amount of time that you're available is appreciated. Contact Jerry Nelson at 602-279-4668 or peakbagger2@gmail.com or Bill Gill at gill412@cox.net for location and other details.
Keeping Groups in the Loop
Meetings are open to the public. For directions, please call or email
the contact person listed.
Palo Verde Group (Phoenix and suburbs)
MAY 13 and JUN 10 (TUE) 6:30 p.m. Conservation Committee meeting. The Conservation Committee meets to discuss preservation, forest protection, wildlife and endangered species, energy conservation, growth management, etc. Contact Don Steuter at 602-956-5057 or dsteuter@hotmail.com. Executive Committee meeting, 8 p.m. The Executive Committee meets to review group policies, outdoor activities, finances, and other business. Contact Blair McLaughlin at 602-618-8591 or blair.mclaughlin@cox.net. Location: 202 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix (2nd floor conference room in the SE corner of the Los Olivos-Quality Inn Suites).
MAY 20 (TUE) 6:30 p.m. Bobcat: Master of Survival. Join Kevin Hansen for this exciting program that tells the story of the most adaptable and resilient wild feline in North America. In the face of their enduring success, bobcats are still the most exploited wild feline in the world. After the program, learn what you can do to help Arizona’s wildlife. Kevin Hansen has worked as a wildlife biologist, park ranger, and writer throughout the U.S. Copies of his book will also be available for purchase. This program is sponsored by the Sierra Club, Animal Defense League of Arizona, and the Arizona Zoological Society. Located at The Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix. From the parking lot, cross the bridge, go through the doors, and follow the signs to the Education building on the left. For more information, contact Sandy Bahr at 602-253-8633 or sandy.bahr@sierraclub.org.
JUN 17 (TUE) 6:30 p.m. Promoting a Greener Arizona, a Brighter Future, a Cooler Planet. Join us to hear from Sandy Bahr, Conservation Outreach Director for the Chapter, regarding how conservation faired in the 2008 legislative session, if we limited greenhouse gas emissions, how your legislators voted, and how we can all do more to help promote environmentally-friendly policies. Located at The Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix. From the parking lot, cross the bridge, go through the doors, and follow the signs to the Education building on the left. For more information, contact Sandy Bahr at 602-253-8633 or sandy.bahr@sierraclub.org.
Rincon Group (Tucson and surrounding area)
Monthly Rincon Group programs will now be held at the Northwest Neighborhood Center located at 2160 N. 6th Ave., just south of Grant Rd. next to Mansfield Park. These programs are held on the second Thursday of every month (excluding July and August). Please join us for another season of informative programs detailing conservation issues at the local, state, and national level! Please contact Sean Sullivan at 520-250-9040 or sean@sonorandesert.org for more information or if you would like to get involved with the newly formed program committee!
MAY 8 (THU) 7 p.m. Stop the Rosemont Mine. Save the Scenic Santa Ritas is a non-profit organization that works to protect our area from environmental degradation caused by mining and mineral exploration activities. Find out more about these efforts and how you can help by attending what promises to be an informative program.
JUN 12 (THU) 7 p.m. Coronado Forest Management Planning. In 2005, Coronado National Forest and the Bureau of Land Management began creating new site-based plans that will guide forest and grassland management for the next 20 years or more. This process presents a tremendous opportunity for coalitions of concerned citizens and scientists to work in partnership with federal agencies so that plans strike a balance between protection of diversity and resource use. Come hear more about protecting our National Forests at this presentation given by a Sky Island Representative.
Plateau Group (Flagstaff and surrounding area)
MAY 19 (MON) 6:30 p.m. Bobcat: Master of Survival. Join Kevin Hansen for this exciting program that tells the story of the most adaptable and resilient wild feline in North America. In the face of their enduring success, bobcats are still the most exploited wild feline in the world. After the program, learn what you can do to help Arizona’s wildlife. Kevin Hansen has worked as a wildlife biologist, park ranger, and writer throughout the U.S. Copies of his book will also be available for purchase. This program is sponsored by the Sierra Club, Animal Defense League of Arizona, and the Arizona Zoological Society. Located at the Flagstaff Library, 300 W. Aspen, Flagstaff. For more information, contact Sandy Bahr at 602-253-8633 or sandy.bahr@sierraclub.org.
Saguaro Group (North Maricopa County)
MAY 4 (SUN) 6 p.m. Film Club. Enjoy large-screen viewing of these short documentaries: Matamoros: The Human Face of Globalization; Finding Balance: Forests and Family Planning in Madagascar; and This Land is Your Land: National Forest Management. Located at the home of Louis Lantz in Tonto Hills. Refreshments and discussion led by Lynne Cockrum-Murphy, Film Club Chairperson, will follow. Call Louis at 480-488-4581 for directions and information.
JUN 24 (TUE) 7 p.m. Meet Local Candidates. Meet the candidates for Supervisor, Sheriff, County Attorney, and State Legislature. They have been invited to speak about their campaigns and how they can help make a difference in environmental conditions in our area. Located at the Community Room at Harris Bank (downstairs) on the southeast corner of Carefree Hwy. and Scottsdale Rd. Call Bev Full at 480-595-2306 for more information.
Sedona/Verde Valley Group
MAY 8 (THU) 6:30–8:30 p.m. What is Permaculture? Learn how permaculture design can meet human needs by turning human gardens and communities into fully functioning ecosystems. Speaker: Lisa Rayner, permaculture expert and author of the books Growing Food in the Southwest Mountains and The Sunny Side of Cooking solar cookbook. Located at the Yavapai County Extension Building, 10 S. 6th St., Cottonwood. For information, contact 928-203-0340.
JUN 12 (THU) 6:30 p.m. General meeting. Located at Upper Red Rock Loop Rd. in Sedona. Call 928-203-0340 for directions.
SAVE THE DATE
JUL 12 (SAT) Potluck picnic. Coincides with the Chapter meeting in Sedona. Meet your state and local leaders. RSVP to 928-203-0340 or marlenerayner@sierraclub.org.
Yavapai Group (Prescott and surrounding area)
MAY 7, JUN 4, JUL 2 (WED) 6 p.m. Executive Committee meetings. For information and directions, contact Tom Slaback at 928-778-4233.
JUN 28 (SAT) 5 p.m. Join us for our annual potluck picnic at Watson Lake Park, Lower Ramada. Set up starts at 5 p.m., and dinner starts at 6 p.m. Bring your own service and a dish to feed six. For reservations, information, and directions, contact Tom Slaback at 928-778-4233 or prescottkid@peoplepc.com.
Film Nite. Check our website for May and June dates and movie titles.
Volunteers are needed to assist monthly flow monitoring of three Upper Verde River sites. Spend a day in the cool river waters while helping protect a valuable resource. To volunteer, contact Tom Slaback at 928-778-4233 or prescottkid@peoplepc.com.
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Sierra Club, Grand Canyon Chapter, 202 E.
McDowell Rd, Suite 277, Phoenix, AZ 85004, (602) 253-8633
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