The Rio Grande Chapter is working on a lot of issues related to water – transfer of water rights, radioactive waste, rule changes and stream monitoring.
Lots of water issues on tap in New Mexico
‘Excursiones’ taking off
The Rio Grande Chapter’s excursiones outings program for Spanish-speakers is taking off.
Rio Grande Chapter Year in Review
2017 had challenges – with losses and successes. Take a stroll through our most significant events.
El Paso Group: Getting kids outside for 40 years
The El Paso Group founded its Inspiring Connections Outdoors back in the ’70s, and over 40 years later, it is the only ICO in the Rio Grande Chapter.
Trump signs Castner protection
On December 12, President Trump signed a provision to permanently protect Castner Range in El Paso’s Franklin Mountains into law. The provision is a big deal — it saves a huge piece of land from commercialization, giving El Paso a very visible green belt on its east side to be enjoyed by all.
Chapter members elect three Executive Committee members
Welcome to our 2018 Executive Committee.
Celebrate the wins and keep going
It’s not all bad news! We’ve had some major challenges, but also major victories.
Still working for Puerto Rico
It’s been more than three months since Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico, leaving almost the entire island without power. The Sierra Club is helping and so can you.
Lawmakers Support Chaco Coalition
On Dec. 19, the New Mexico Congressional Delegation released a letter to Bureau of Land Management State Director Aden Seidlitz that essentially calls for cancelling the March 8, 2018, lease sale until meaningful and thorough tribal consultation has occurred.
People-powered victory in Sandoval County
The surprise outcome of the December 14 Sandoval County Commission meeting gives us hope that when we take action against public policiesthat are bad for our health, our communities, and our families, it truly matters. All your calling, emailing, testimony and rallying made a difference.