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Images of Solidarity
Hundreds of thousands of people marched in one of more than 600 "Families Belong Together" rallies held on June 30 in cities and towns across the country to demonstrate support for immigrants and opposition to the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" immigration policy, which has separated nearly 2,500 children from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border. Javier Sierra, the Sierra Club's associate communications director—himself an immigrant—was among the estimated 30,000 people attending the rally in the nation's capital. As usual, he had his camera in hand.
Check out images of this day of solidarity.
Photo by Javier Sierra
Keep the Census Fair
President Trump is trying to rig the 2020 Census by adding a question about citizenship—a move that would guarantee lower participation from immigrant communities. This could shift economic and political power away from the communities most in need, denying them federal resources and accurate representation in government. Public comments are being accepted until August 7.
Send a message now to protect the census.
 Wet and Wild Looking to cool down while the weather heats up? Nothing does the trick like a waterborne adventure—and we have loads to choose from: - Enjoy canoeing and camping on the historic Missouri River
- Canoe through Canyonlands National Park
- River kayak from freshwater to saltwater while enjoying Everglades National Park
Check out our canoeing and kayaking destinations.
Wild by Law
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act is the only American conservation law that protects a certain category of landscape. Today, 300 major U.S. rivers and their tributaries are protected by the law.
Read Tim Palmer's feature story about the law from Sierra and follow as he journeys along the Flathead River in Glacier National Park.
Photo by Tim Palmer
Does Revitalization Lead to Gentrification?
Three centuries ago, the Los Angeles River was the centerpiece of a rich riparian ecosystem. Today, it is little more than a 50-mile-long drain encased in concrete. The river is now at the center of a heated public-works debate with real money dedicated to revitalizing the once-thriving riparian landmark. But to whose benefit?
Find out about how concerns over gentrification in Los Angeles are complicating efforts to restore the L.A. River.
Photo by Elena Dorfman
Vanishing Reality
Since taking her first trip to the Arctic in 2003, Camille Seaman has created a series of astonishing photos that capture the lucid beauty of polar ice—as well as the reality that it is vanishing.
Find out more about Seaman's work and view a slideshow of her mesmerizing photographs.
Photo by Camille Seaman
A Better Deal for Democracy
The only way we can protect communities and ensure clean air and water for all is to have a functioning democracy. Democratic leaders in the House have presented the Better Deal for Democracy Proposal, which would protect every American's right to vote, stop the influence of corporate polluters, and fix our broken campaign finance system to empower small donors.
Ask your representative to fight for a healthy democracy by co-sponsoring this proposal.
 Paddling the Mighty, Moody Columbia "We found ourselves talking about the river as though she were a person with moods and strong opinions about what we could and couldn't do," says adventure writer Charlotte Austin. The veteran mountaineer recently discovered that long-distance kayaking is a whole different kind of outdoor adventure. Read about Austin's kayaking trip in this brand new feature from Sierra.
Be Kind to Mother Earth in the Bathroom
"Hey Mr. Green," asks Chris in Peoria, Illinois. "What are your thoughts about bathroom habits and being kind to Mother Earth? Is there a right amount of time to spend in the shower to save water? Temperature of the water? Straight razors versus disposable?"
Read what Mr. Green has to say about showering, shaving, flushing, and how many times a day the average person urinates.
Zero-Hour Youth Power
On Saturday, July 21, youth from across the country will converge on Washington, D.C., and a dozen other U.S. cities for the Zero Hour Youth Climate March. Two days prior, many of them will descend on Capitol Hill for Zero Hour Youth Lobby Day—to let federal lawmakers know that business as usual won't cut it anymore.
RSVP for the July 19 Youth Lobby Day, and RSVP for the July 21 Youth Climate March in D.C.—or a sister march closer to home.
Take the Outdoor Challenge
Join hundreds of other outdoor enthusiasts in enjoying, exploring, and protecting the planet this summer by taking Team Sierra's Outdoor Challenge. Complete activities in each of three categories, raise funds for our planet, and earn collectible badges (and major bragging rights). You'll get a personal fundraising page, fundraising support, and an invitation to join our Facebook group, where you can keep up with other challengers and get inspired.
Check out our list of activities, set up your fundraising website, and start earning those badges!
 Get Trained to Resist Zinke Inc. When President Trump illegally shrank Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument last year, he claimed he was returning the land "to the people of the United States." Now a Canadian firm is staking claims to mine it for copper and cobalt—despite the fact that the monument's boundary changes are still being challenged in court. We're training activists to take on Trump and Interior Secretary Zinke this summer. Add your name and join us.
Be a Champion for the Environment—Donate Today: Your contribution directly supports our conservation efforts and will be applied where most urgently needed. Donate today and get your choice of Sierra Club Binoculars, Favorite Fleece Blanket, or Exploration Day Pack as your free gift! |
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