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The Sierra Student Coalition of Georgia, part of the Georgia Chapter of the Sierra Club, serves residents in Athens, Atlanta, Savannah, and Statesboro.
This younger, student-run arm of the Sierra Club will be growing like wildfire, and winning campaigns with your help.

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If you are interested in finding out what is happening environmentally in your local area, what other Sierrans who live near you are doing, or if you want to meet others of like mind, please contact us!


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Chapter News


{sapelonerr.org} Coastal Georgia Artist Brings Seasons of Sapelo to Atlanta

Apr 25, 2008 -- An exciting exhibition of artwork by artist Jeannine Cook, entitled Seasons on Sapelo, is on the road and taking scenes of Sapelo Island far from their coastal home. Details...
 


ICO Fundraiser at Horizon Theater - May 27

Apr 23, 2008 -- It is time again for Atlanta Inner City Outings annual Horizon Theater Fundraiser! The play is a sparkling comedy-drama called "The Clean House." Get your tickets today and support a good cause. Details...
 


You're Invited! 25th Anniversary Gala - Jun 28

Apr 03, 2008 -- The Georgia Sierra Club is celebrating its 25th Anniversary and accomplishments with a Festive Gala evening. Date: June 28, 2008. Place: Park Tavern in Atlanta. Time: 6-11pm. Join us! Details...
 


ALERT: Dynegy Hearing postponed to June

Apr 02, 2008 -- GreenLaw attorneys, representing Friends of the Chattahoochee and the Sierra Club, will present the case in June against the air pollution permit granted for the coal-fired power plant in Early County. Please plan to attend the hearing. Details...
 


Membership Engagement Committee - Volunteers Needed!

Mar 20, 2008 -- We are looking for a few good people to help work on outreach events like film screenings, picnics, new member events, newsletter articles, and a data gathering project. Details...
 


{GA SIERRAN} Mountaintown - Wild Place Needs Protection

Mar 11, 2008 -- Take action: call or write Rep. Nathan Deal and tell him you support HR4092, the "Mountaintown Scenic Area Act of 2007." Details...
 


One More Power Plant - One Too Many

Feb 25, 2008 --
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The proposed coal-fired power plant in Early County, Georgia will take our state and country in the wrong direction. Use of this old, dirty technology will hinder the growth of renewable energy and efficiency programs. Learn more at
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{SSC} Student Environmental Leadership Training

Feb 24, 2008 -- Learn to develop effective groups, network with other activists, then take what you've learned and put it to into action at your high school, campus, and community. The Georgia training will be held Jul 27-Aug 3 at Cloudlands Canyon Lodge. Registration is now open. Details...
 


Five Questions You Should Ask the Presidential Candidates

Jan 05, 2008 -- Just in case you get a chance to ask any of the candidates a question or five, here's a list to get you started. Details...
 


Register to Vote - It's Easy!

Jan 03, 2008 -- register to voteRegister to vote now! It'll only take a few minutes, and it's easy! Register online at the GoVote.org website . OR download and print the Voter Registration Form, fill it out, and and mail it in!
 


Join the Sierra Club!

Dec 20, 2007 -- In 2007, the Sierra Club was able to stand up against serious assaults on the environment, and turn the tide with some major victories. But 2008 will be the Bush Administration's last chance to push their radical anti-environmental agenda. We need your support to continue the momentum we've built: Join Sierra Club - special $25 introductory offer.
 


ALERT: Support "Retrofit on Resale" legislation!

Nov 22, 2007 -- If all pre-1993 fixtures were updated to modern standards, water demand in the region would be decreased by 35 million gallons per day. Find out how to show your support for "Retrofit on Resale" legislation. Details...
 


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Support the Sierra Club by joining or by making a donation. When you join or give to the Sierra Club, you help protect this fragile environment we call home. In addition, when you join, your membership will earn you benefits, like a one-year subscription to our award-winning Sierra magazine, discounts on all Sierra Club logo items, and more!

 

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Want more information? See details at Georgia Chapter Membership.

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Contacts

  • Coordinator: Southeast Region - Helen Cox (email: helen.cox@ssc.org, phone: (770)-977-7409)
     
  • Contact: Athens - Andrew Hunt (email: blahblah@riseup.net, phone: 706-543-4329)
     
  • Contact: Atlanta - Anna Swinson (email: anna.swinson@sierraclub.org)
     
  • Contact: Savannah and Statesboro - Bret O'Connor (email: bretoc@yahoo.com, phone: (1)-912-688-8022)


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Georgia Action Network: Sign Up Now!
Act Now:  Sign up for our free Action Network and make your voice heard on the issues! Details...
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Inner City Outings
The Inner City Outings (ICO) program takes children from Atlanta's inner city into the wilderness for outdoor adventures. Interested? Find out more at the Atlanta ICO website.
 
Get 'em a Sierra Club Outings gift certificate!
Outings Gift Certificates!Let Sierra Club Outings help you with a quick, easy, fun, and unique present for anyone on your list—whether it's Grandma Sue's birthday, son Billy's graduation, your best friend Amy's wedding, or a present for the dad who has everything. Buy them gift certificates good toward any of our outdoor adventures, and make it a year they'll really remember. Details...
Sierra Club 101:
A Primer for New Volunteers

Want to volunteer for the Sierra Club, but aren’t sure how to start? Sierra Club 101 can tell you how. You can:

- Distribute literature and talk to your neighbor

- Find creative ways to protest pollution

- Take your child to a political rally

- Lead a hike through a field of wildflowers

- Take a leadership role in your local Group or in a campaign

There are many opportunities to get involved in the Sierra Club. Visit our Jobs/Volunteers page for new opportunities. OR learn about them at the next Sierra Club 101 meeting in Atlanta. OR take the online tour right now!

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Zoomer is here! Use Zoomer to zoom in on useful tips and news about the environment in your neighborhood. Find out where to take old paint cans. Check out the day's pollen count. Learn about local wildlife. Get the scoop - it's free! Details...
 
   
 
         
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