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March 20th, 2019

Sierra Happenings

Events and Activities

Wildfires & Climate Change: A Discussion

A free presentation and community conversation about what we know about wildfires & climate change, and solutionsfor a sustainable future. Guest presenters are Jerry Hinkle and Dana Nuccitelli. Everyone is welcome. Friendly locals talking about solutions.

Date: Thursday, March 21st

Please click here for more information.

Wildlife Conservation Science Education Seminar

Learn how to bring outdoor education into your classroom at this four-day seminar geared for teachers of all grade levels. ONLY $50!

Date: March 23rd-26th

Please click here for more information.

Sierra Nevada Alliance's Monthly Webinar Series: Mentoring Millennials

By 2025 millennials will make up 75% of the world’s population and it is speculated that they will make up the majority of the workforce by 2020. These computer natives, bring with them unique workplace needs, different from the previous two generations. Whether you have been managing people in the work place for many years, or are just getting started, this interactive webinar will help give you a better understanding of the people you are mentoring and how to best support them in the workplace.

Date: Thursday, March 28th

Please click here to register.

AEOE Statewide Spring Conference

Join environmental educators from around the state for the annual AEOE Statewide Conference at Westminster Woods, for a weekend of "Teaching Outside the Box."

Date: March 29th-31st

Please click here for more information.

Get to Know Your Watershed this April

Know Your Watershed 2019 is a month-long celebration of the Wolf Creek, Yuba, Bear, and American River Watersheds. From March 31- April 30, over 25 organizations, in Nevada, Placer, and Yuba Counties, will host bird and wildflower walks, runs, kayak and canoeing adventures, bio-blitzes, restoration and creek/river clean-up activities, as well as art and poetry events, school programs, watershed health events, and musical fundraisers.

Date: March 31st-April 30th

Please click here for more information.

FireWorks Education Program - Wildland Fire As Phenomenon

Engage in activities from the Sierra Nevada FIRE WORKS curriculum and Project Learning Tree Learn how to develop phenomena based lessons supporting NGSS and integrate best practices into place based learning.

Date:April 4th-5th

Please click here for more details. Must register before April 1st, 2019


Mountain Lakes and Climate Change, with Adrianne Smits

Between 12,000 and 14,000 small lakes are scattered throughout the Sierra Nevada. How is climate change affecting these remote mountain lakes? Recent research provides insight into the climate sensitivity of these water bodies and the influence of warming temperatures and a shrinking spring snowpack. Join Dr. Adrianne Smits as she discusses how lakes across the Sierra Nevada are expected to change and what that change could mean for the surrounding ecosystems.

Date: Thursday, April 25th

Please click here for more details.


Wild And Scenic Film Festival Hosted By The Sierra Nevada Alliance

Sierra Nevada Alliance will be hosting the Wild and Scenic Film Festival at Harrahs at Stateline on April 27th with a matinee in the afternoon and a feature film viewing in the evening. Mark your calendars! Sierra Nevada Alliance is offering early bird ticket prices for a limited time only use promo code: EarlyBird at checkout.

Date: Saturday, April 27th

Please click here for more details.


Resources

Sierra Camp Grant and Funding Opportunities

This page features climate-related funding databases and funding opportunities that are ongoing or accepting applications on a rolling basis. Updates on one-time or irregular, non-rolling grant opportunities, such as cap-and-trade grant program notices of funding availability, as well as opportunities to provide feedback on state funding guidelines, are provided to Sierra CAMP members on a monthly basis. For more updates, follow us on social media.

Learn more here.


Clean Trails Project

This program will provide eligible groups the opportunity to apply for a grant to fund their next trail improvement related project, which could range from trail clean-up, trail restoration, trail expansion, to name a few.

Learn more here.


Natural Resources Funding Opportunities

Current Funding Opportunities: grant and loan programs within the Natural Resources Agency, and its departments and conservancies.

Learn more here.


Service+Tech

Service+Tech, an initiative of Service Year Alliance, is an opportunity for service year corps members and alums to develop essential technology skills, discover pathways into tech careers, and leverage technology to solve society’s most pressing challenges. The initiative allows participants access to free, exclusive programming — from speaker series to career fairs — that connects them with opportunities to utilize technology-centered approaches to solving America’s most pressing problems.

Learn more here.


Highlights

Sierra Nevada Alliance's 14th Annual Film Festival & Earth Day Events

April 27th

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Today marks the first day of spring. Though many places in the Sierra are still blanketed with snow, there have been signs of rebirth and new life, even in the highest mountain peaks. The Robins are making themselves known, and the sun was recently shining bright, after many cloudy and stormy days. I look forward to the immanent new greenery, but most importantly I look forward to the re-emergence of the bears, and the sounds of baby birds which fill the Sierra with inspiration and life. Unfortunately, due to human development and global warming and more, our most celebrated animal species are experiencing increasing threats to their survival.

This year, the national Earth Day theme, "Save Our Species" calls attention to the increasing threats to animal survival on planet earth. In honor of this coming Earth Day, I encourage you to take time to reflect on this and appreciate the many species that make our world a more wonderful place to live and think of what you can do to help.

On April 27th, Sierra Nevada Alliance and South Lake Tahoe Earth Day are providing several opportunities for you to reflect and act on this theme. Join several local organizations and businesses at the South Lake Tahoe Earth Day Celebration at Bijou Park from 10:00am 3:00pm. At 2:15pm we invite kids and their parents to join us for the Alliance's 2nd annual Wild Child Film Festival at Harrah's, Lake Tahoe. Enjoy a series of short environmental and adventure films, sure to inspire the entire family to care for Mother Earth. At 6:30 we invite you to join us at Harrah's for our 14th annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival.

In honor of the Earth Day theme, "Save Our Species", this year's film festival will feature "Surviving: The Story of the Lahontan Cuthroat Trout". Learn about this inspiring local species which was once declared extinct and now has made a triumphant return, thanks to dedicated and caring people.

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We hope to see you there!

For further information on the Sierra Nevada Alliance's 14th Annual Film Festival and Earth Day please visit http://southtahoeearthday.org and https://sierranevadaalliance.org/wsff-2/


The Alliance is seeking donations towards the Wild & Scenic Film Festival silent auction as well as annual sponsors for our organization. For those interested in becoming an annual Sierra Nevada Alliance sponsor you will receive recognition at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival and will also be recognized on Alliance materials all year long! For more information on donating or sponsorship please click here.

For further questions contact, Executive Director, Jenny Hatch at jenny@sierranevadaalliance.org


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Sierra Nevada Alliance's Monthly Webinar Series: Mentoring Millennials

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By 2025 millennials will make up 75% of the world’s population and it is speculated that they will make up the majority of the workforce by 2020. These computer natives, bring with them unique workplace needs, different from the previous two generations. Whether you have been managing people in the work place for many years, or are just getting started, this interactive webinar will help give you a better understanding of the people you are mentoring and how to best support them in the workplace.

Date: Thursday, March 28th

Time: 10:00am-11:00pm

Presenter: Sara Monson

Sara is the Education and Communication Director at Sierra Nevada Alliance. Sara began her teaching career as a TEFL volunteer in Peace Corps, Romania. After discovering a passion for experiential education, Sara spent six years working in the field of environmental education where she taught a wide range of science topics. Sara also possesses experience in curriculum development, program and staff management, and program evaluation. Additionally, Sara possesses a Master’s degree in Science Education from the University of Northern Colorado and an undergraduate degree from UC Santa Barbara in Psychology and Spanish.

To register for the webinar please click here

Job Announcements & Volunteer Opportunities

SYRCL Project Manager

SYRCL is hiring a project manager to work on our meadow restoration projects. The person we are looking for will play a key role in the Van Norden Meadow Restoration Project and will implement the scientific monitoring components of our already implemented projects (hydrology, vegetation, and carbon work).

For more info, click here.

League to Save Lake Tahoe- Membership Manager Job Announcement

The League to Save Lake Tahoe (the “League”) is searching for an entrepreneurial, results-driven, adaptable development professional to join our team to manage our membership program and fundraise for one of the world’s foremost conservation/environmental brands: Keep Tahoe Blue.

For more info, click here.

League to Save Lake Tahoe- Advancement Manager

The League to Save Lake Tahoe (the “League”) is searching for a polished influencer that is professional, gregarious and well-suited to interact with a wide variety of donors and supporters.

For more info, click here.

League to Save Lake Tahoe- Membership Manager

The League to Save Lake Tahoe (the “League”) is searching for an entrepreneurial, results-driven, adaptable development professional to join our team to manage our membership program and fundraise for one of the world’s foremost conservation/environmental brands: Keep Tahoe Blue.

For more info, click here.

Water Education Foundation-Programs and Communications Specialist

Join the team at the Water Education Foundation, a nonprofit in Sacramento that has been a trusted source of water news and educational programs in California and across the West for more than 40 years. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about water issues and keenly interested in keeping up with water news, enjoys a fast-paced environment and possesses strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

For more info, click here.

The Sierra Nevada Conservancy is seeking a Deputy Executive Officer (DEO)

This Career Executive Assignment (CEA) position is located at the SNC Headquarters office in Auburn. The DEO works at the second organizational level under general direction of the Executive Officer of the SNC and acts to lead the organization in their absence. The DEO fully participates in the development and implementation of SNC’s strategic plan to achieve the Regional Goals of Healthy Watersheds and Forests, Resilient Sierra Nevada Communities, Vibrant Recreation and Tourism, Strategic Lands Conserved, and Impactful Regional Image. The DEO functions as advisor to the Executive Officer and SNC Boardmembers and reports on a broad variety of SNC issues, as requested.

For more info, click here.

The Sagehen Outdoor Education Program Positions: Outdoor Educator and Site Coordinator

The Sagehen Outdoor Education Program is an established, unique environmental education program for fifth grade students in the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District. It is housed at the UC Berkeley Research Station just outside of Truckee. Classes of fifth grade students come throughout the month for a 2 day/1night or 3 day/2 night program. The staff works Monday through Friday, plus 3-4 planning days before the program begins and a debrief day at the end of the program. Students will learn a variety of skills and gain knowledge about local ecosystems, flora and fauna of the Sierra Nevada, macro-invertebrates, water quality and issues, topographical mapping, plant and animal identification, insects, and other environmental education topics. Classes will be taught by outdoor educators, the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS), and SWEP (the local watershed education non-profit). for the Fall Program Sept. 9-Oct 11, 2019.

The application deadline is June 1, 2019, however applications will be accepted and interviews scheduled immediately in order to fill positions as soon as possible. Job offers will occur on a rolling basis and job posting will be removed when positions are filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume as either a Word or PDF attachment to Katie Old at kold@ttusd.org

For more info, click here.



The policy of the Resource is to include articles that appear in local or major media outlets relevant to Sierra conservation. We also include news releases, event notices, funding opportunities and job announcements sent to us from our Member Groups and friends. If you as a reader disagree with the content of a submission we encourage you to submit a letter to the editor of the issuing publication to reach the broader audience who read the article. You are welcome to forward your letter to the editor to the Alliance for inclusion in our new "Letters to the Resource" section. We also invite Letters to the Resource to be directly submitted on any article with which you're concerned.

Newsletter contents prepared by Sara Monson, Education and Communication Director with the Sierra Nevada Alliance.
If you have articles, events or announcements that you would like included in this newsletter or if you have feedback,
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Recent News

Climate Change

The Climate Change Generation Wants to be Heard
Rebecca Leber, High Country News, March 15th, 2019

Quick Link: Not quite yet 13 years old, Coleman is painfully aware of what awaits her generation should there be continued government and social inaction in addressing the perils of a warming planet. “I’ve grown up with climate change,” Coleman told me. “I’ve grown up listening and hearing about climate change. I’m fighting for my future.”

Climate Change Will Endanger 3 Times More Californians than Previous Estimates, Study Says
Michael McGough, The Sacramento Bee, March 13th, 2019

Quick Link: Climate change through the rest of the 21st century could be much more threatening to coastal California than previously anticipated, based on newly published research led by the U.S. Geological Survey.

Forestry

BLM Offers Property Owners Fuel Reduction Permits
Bureau of Land Management, March 11th, 2019

Quick Link: Property owners who share boundaries with Bureau of Land Management public lands may now apply for permits to clear flammable vegetation from public lands adjacent to their private properties.

These Forests in the West Might Start Vanishing Entirely after Wildfires, Study Says
Jared Gilmour, The Sacramento Bee, March 12th, 2019

Quick Link: Wildfires tear through forests in the Western United States each year — but it’s getting harder for trees to grow back in some spots, and certain forested areas could disappear entirely, a new study finds.

Recreation

Yosemite National Park Announces Late Seasonal Openings for Several Park Facilities
National Park Service, March 13th, 2019

Quick Link: Yosemite National Park announces that there will be late seasonal openings to facilities throughout the park. These late openings are due to the exceptionally heavy snowpack in Yosemite National Park and the subsequent extensive damage to many park facilities.

Water

Severe Drinking Water Contamination Surfaces After Brutal Camp Fire
Brett Walton, Circle of Blue, March 6th, 2019

Quick Link: Beneath the blast furnace heat that incinerated buildings and vehicles above ground, an intricate network of drinking water pipes below the surface became so contaminated with toxic chemicals that many are unusable.

California is Now Drought-Free, Monitor Says. Wait, Didn’t That Happen 2 Years Ago?
Michael McGough, The Sacramento Bee, March 14th, 2019

Quick Link: Thanks to a wet winter across the state, the entirety of California is free of drought for the first time since 2011, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor’s Thursday update.

Wildlife

Staying Safe Around Bears
National Park Service

Quick Link: Seeing a bear in the wild is a special treat for any visitor to a national park. While it is an exciting moment, it is important to remember that bears in national parks are wild and can be dangerous.

Other

Ways to Help - Email Congress Today

For the third year in a row, the Trump Administration has proposed eliminating the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the agency that oversees national service programs like AmeriCorps. Funding for the Peace Corps and YouthBuild is also on the chopping block, with proposed cuts of $14 million and $5 million, respectively.

Last year, as a result of your efforts, Congress soundly rejected the proposal and national service programs saw a slight increase — a significant win in the face of elimination. Building on that success, we’re calling on members of Congress to make national service an opportunity for all.

Will you email your members of Congress and tell them to reject President Trump’s proposal and expand national service?

How to Avoid Plastic at the Grocery Store
Eduardo Garcia, New York Times, March 13th, 2019

Quick Link: In a bid to reduce the amount of plastic I waste, I challenged myself not to buy anything in plastic packaging for a week. This is how it went.





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