The Sierra Club is the nation's oldest and largest grassroots environmental organization, with over 700,000 members nationwide. These individuals are using grassroots activism and community action to protect America's environment, for our families, for our future.
We are part of the Florida Chapter of the National Sierra Club. Our group, the Central Florida Sierra Club, comprises over 2,100 members in Orange, Seminole, Lake and Osceola Counties. Our goal is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth. We now invite you to explore and enjoy our web presence. Thanks for visiting!
~ Maria Bolton-Joubert, Executive Committee Chairman
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Hands Across the Land (Sand) will take place at 12 noon May 18th at Lake Ivanhoe Park in Orlando Florida.
This is a world wide event to show of solidarity for clean energy. Everyone is encouraged to wear black.
Our event is sponsored by the Central Florida Surfrider Foundation Chapter and the Central Florida Sierra Club.
Sign up is at 11. At 12 we will hold hands and form a chain around the lake. The message is simple.
Yes to clean energy. No to Fossil Fuels.
Please wear a black shirt.
Make sure to check out the links below for more information.
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ST. JOHNS RIVER ALLIANCE CELEBRATES RIVER WITH SPECIALTY PLATE REBATE |
 Please help the St. Johns River and its tributaries by buying a new St. Johns River license plate for your car or trailer. During February and March, the St. Johns River Alliance (SJRA) will rebate the $25 surcharge for purchases of new plates. The license plate brings increased visibility to the St. Johns River which is one of Florida's most important ecosystems and affects millions of Floridians. Tags are available through your tax collector's office or at www.EZTagFL.com. The SJRA is a not-for-profit coalition of the 12 counties along the river, plus related agencies, business and civic groups, that protects, promotes and preserves the St. Johns River. Visit www.stjohnsriveralliance.com for more information.
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2013_02 Newsletter January - February |
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The January-February 2013 Newsletter is here!
CLICK to view the PDF.
In the Conservation Issue:
- Conservation Update
- Meet the New 2013 Sierra Club Group
- URGENT MEETING
- Fight Slime with Sierra
- EPA Admin Lisa Jackson Stepped Down
- Join Lake Watch
- District Lands Update
- Programs, Outings and More!
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Orange County Celebrates Florida Arbor Day |
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Orange County has been awared the designation of “Tree City USA" and will be planting a native to celebrate Arbor Day.
ORANGE COUNTY CELEBRATES FLORIDA ARBOR DAY
Orange County, FL – On Tuesday, January 15 at 8:30 a.m., Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) will observe Florida Arbor Day by planting a native tree in the Florida Friendly Landscaping™ Demonstration Garden located outside the County Administration Center (corner of Jackson Street & Rosalind Avenue). After the brief ceremony, the BCC will proclaim Friday, January 18, 2013 as Florida Arbor Day in Orange County.
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JOIN THE FUNDRAISING TEAM |
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Join the Fundraising Chair help build the Central Florida Chapter Sierra Club Fundraising Committee.
We are looking to have a great 2013 by putting together social events, selling merchandise, and seeking gifts and grants from individuals and foundations for the Chapter. By joining you will be an integral part of working together with all sections of the Chapter to provide the funds necessary to achieve the Sierra Club mission and the Chapter’s goals. For more information please contact Josephine Balzac at
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Now that the best weather of the year as arrived in Central Florida, Sierra Club is invited to several different events. We need volunteers to help “table”—we pair you up with an active Sierra member and you help pass out Sierra newsletters, tell them when we meet, invite them on outings and just put a face to the group. If you can help out with any of these events, please contact Mary-Slater at 407-481-4398 or
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- January 26: Blue Springs Manatee Festival
- February 16: Orlando Wetland Festival
- March 9: Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival and Birdapalooza
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The “Weatherizing Your Home” Issue
The September/October 2012 Central Florida Sierran Newsletter is now online here.
Saving You Money While Saving The Planet
- SAVE THE DATE: Oct 13th, Garage Sale for CFL Sierra Club
- How to Live a Greener, Healthier Lifestyle
- Going Solar One Step at a Time
- Bottle Bill for 2012
- Don’t forget to register to Vote!
- Get Out The Vote!
- Are Your Candles Toxic?
- Vertical Gardens
- Volunteer in Spotlight: Robin Katz
- Recommendations to Save Money in the home
- Upcoming Programs, Outings, AND MORE!
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ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLANCE DAY |
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You are invited to attend this low cost workshop presented by the Metropolitan Environmental Training Alliance (METRA).
THIS YEAR’S TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:
• Hazardous Waste 101
• The Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Communication
o MSDS to become SDS
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
• Spill Planning & Response
o Spills – Incidental v. Emergency Response
o SPCC Plans
o Planning & preparing for natural disasters
• Regulatory Updates
• Interactive Trivia Game
THIS YEAR’S FEATURED KEYNOTE SPEAKER IS TED HOWARD
You are invited to attend the 8th Annual Environmental Excellence Day Workshop presented by the Metropolitan Environmental Training Alliance (METRA). The workshop’s goal is to provide low cost, high quality environmental training to a broad range of environmental professionals and small-business employees. The workshop and exhibits provide a collaborative setting and numerous opportunities for networking among environmental professionals, government officials, and service providers. The exhibits showcase companies offering environmental technologies and services. This is a great opportunity for you to learn about regulations that affect your business, hear about recent regulatory changes from regulators, and discover new ways to minimize your operations’ impact on the environment.
Date: Friday, October 5, 2012
Time: 8:00 am — 4:30 pm
Where: SeaWorld Adventure Park’s Ports of Call
Cost: $10 (includes lunch, snacks, & refreshments)
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Orlando Brewing Social/Fundraising Night! :) |
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Come to a fun social evening at the great Orlando Brewing. All money raised will go towards our Political Action Committee. We need as much money as possible to help our political team with this year's election. A Sierra Club endorsement can really help a candidate, but it doesn't come easy. Many volunteers give countless hours to research and interviews so we can make educated endorsements.
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CITY IN NOWHERELAND: Farmton |
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SIERRA CLUB FLORIDA
Sierra Club challenged the Volusia County land use plan for Farmton. See our Prevent Sprawl page for more info. Click on the link to view the Farmton video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=VN84p1xiwes
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SERV Program Volunteer Events - Seminole County |
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Seminole Education, Restoration & Volunteer Program Coordinator
Seminole County offers many volunteer opportunities for February and March
It's easy, if you see an opportunity that interests you, simply email
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or call (407)665-2457 and let us know you'd like to attend. Volunteers of all ages are welcome!
Lake Jesup Restoration Project
9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Join the Seminole County Lake Management/Water Quality Program, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, St. Johns Water Management District, Seminole County Sheriff’s Office & Friends of Lake Jesup for the FIRST EVER Lake Jesup Restoration. Work alongside biologists to plant native eelgrass along the sandy marl bed flats shoreline of Lake Jesup by Bird Island. This is a great way to learn about our environment and to make a difference. Volunteers will be transported by airboat to the planting location donated and provided generously by Black Hammock Adventures (www.theblackhammock.com). Meet at Lake Jesup Park, 5951 South Sanford Avenue, Sanford, FL 32773. Please bring yard gloves, hat, sunscreen, old clothes and closed-toed shoes. Plan to get muddy and wet! Call Natalae Almeter, SERV Coordinator at 407-665-2457 or email
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to register.
Saturday, April 28, 2012
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