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Public Comment Period for Hellgate Jetboat Dredge Application to End Soon!!
On May 27, Hellgate Jetboat Excursions applied for a US Army Corp of Engineers 404 permit and Department of Environmental Quality 401 certification to dredge over 1000 cubic yards of gravel, sand, and sediment at 9 locations in the Rogue River. While local businesses are an important part of the regional tourism economy, the greater […]
Senator Merkley Strongly Supports Protecting Old-Growth Forests
The Forest Committee of the DPO Environmental Caucus had a Zoom meeting a while back with Senator Merkley’s staff. Sen Merkley is the Chair of the Senate Appropriations subcommittee that funds the U.S. Department of Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Forest Service The Forest Committee discussed funding needs for forest management, especially […]
Pike Fork Creek Hike – This coming weekend!
We have a date for our hike up the beautiful Pipe Fork Creek. Thank you for your responses to our Survey Monkey questionnaire! Based upon those responses the hike will be this coming Sunday, June 20th. We will meet in the Safeway shopping center parking lot, near KeyBank. This is the Safeway near the intersection […]
Wyden, Manchin, Cantwell, Feinstein Introduce Legislation to Help Prevent Catastrophic Wildfires
Because of continued droughts and warming temperatures, our country is becoming more of a tinderbox every year. Wildfires are getting larger. More are occurring. The fire season starts earlier every year. Every year more lives and property are at risk. We need to do something about it now! Please contact your Congressional Representatives and Senators. […]
Join the JoCo Dems Environmental Caucus on a Guided Hike up the Beautiful Pipe Fork Creek
Lynda Spangler and Joe Stodola will be leading a hike up the beautiful Pipe Fork Creek. Lynda and Joe will be accompanied by Cheryl Bruner and/or Chaz Rogers of the Williams Community Forest Project who will function as our expert guide(s). Please join us on a breath taking adventure through old growth forest, resplendent with […]
This Looks Like a Game-changer for Climate Science
“We’ve grown leaps and bounds in our ability to collect climate data, particularly in the last 30 years since we’ve had satellites,” says Zeke Hausfather, a climate scientist at the Breakthrough Institute, a think tank in Oakland, California. “But at the end of the day, we need to know what is likely to happen in […]
PRESS RELEASE: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Upholds Oregon’s Denial of Key Jordan Cove LNG Permit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, January 19, 2021 CONTACT: Allie Rosenbluth, 541-816-2240, allie@rogueclimate.org Andrew Hawley, Western Environmental Law Center, 206-487-7250, hawley@westernlaw.org Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Upholds Oregon’s Denial of Key Jordan Cove LNG Permit Potentially fatal blow for fracked gas export terminal and pipeline proposed in Oregon [WASHINGTON, D.C.] — Today, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission […]
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Under Siege
The Trump administration is clambering to deliver on a final promise: to definitively open up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, one of the most remote and ecologically pristine areas in North America, to oil and gas drilling –> https://sc.org/2UMdAKo Trump in his final hours, just announced plans to sell the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to […]
Timber Severance Tax
Oregon has only a modest tax on harvested timber that just supports the industry. Unlike Washington state, Oregon doesn’t tax the value of trees when cut to compensate counties for reduced property taxes while the timber was growing. Read about it: Timber Tax Citizen concept … and more: How to Protect Our Water Here are […]
Solar Power in Germany
Interesting what sun and less air polution can do… Solar panels in Germany smashed a record Monday, producing 32,227 megawatts of power and beating the previous record set March 23. Ample sun and a lack of human-created smog enabled solar generation to produce 40 percent of German power Monday compared to 22 percent produced by […]
Gov Kate Brown’s Executive Order
On March 10, 2020, Governor Brown issued Executive Order 20-04 (EO) directing numerous state entities to plan and to implement actions that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, transition to low carbon operations and adapt to the Climate Crisis. Governor Brown exhibited bold leadership, ordering caps on GHG emissions to decline over time to meet or […]
Warmest January Ever Puts 2020 on Track to Be One of Top 10 Hottest Years
It may only be February, but 2020 is already “virtually certain” to be among the 10 warmest years on record, and has nearly a 50 percent chance of being the warmest ever, scientists with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday. The predictions follow a January that was the warmest ever in 141 years […]
It’s Not Over Yet; FERC Approves Jordan Cove Terminal, But State Permits Required
In the midst of the global coronavirus pandemic and national health emergency, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) voted this morning to approve the Jordan Cove LNG export terminal and Pacific Connector fracked gas pipeline on the condition that it qualifies for permits from the State of Oregon. Because of sustained opposition from our communities […]
LNG Pipeline Update – FERC Approves Project
From Rogue Climate : In the midst of the global coronavirus pandemic and national health emergency, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) voted this morning to approve the Jordan Cove LNG export terminal and Pacific Connector fracked gas pipeline on the condition that it qualifies for permits from the State of Oregon. Because of sustained […]
Local Environmental Organizations Ask Grants Pass School Board to Refrain from Using Roundup (Cont.)
Thank you, Bianca, for expressing our concerns about this topic so well. I am submitting for the record (below and attached) for tonight’s board meeting a letter just written by Dr. Ray Seidler when he heard the news. Please review and consider this information. We are all available to continue this discussion, and hope to […]
Local Environmental Organizations Ask Grants Pass School Board to Refrain from Using Roundup
Hello respected GP School Board Members! It has come to my attention that an intention to begin using Glyphosate on school grounds has been added to today’s SB meeting agenda. On behalf of Beyond Toxics, Non Toxic Southern Oregon, Pollinator Project Rogue Valley and several concerned community members who have reached out to us directly, […]
SB 1530 – Oregon’s Cap and Trade Bill
In the 1970s a major worry was the acid rain killing our lakes and forests. In 1982 President Ronald Reagan commissioned a study of the problem. Scientists determined the cause was sulfur from factory emissions. In May of 1983 the House of Representatives rejected the first round of legislation to control factory emissions. Things got […]
Businesses voice support for cap and trade in West Coast states
The Oregon “short session” is in progress, and Cap and Trade will be considered again. Last year, Republicans walked out and left the state to stop this bill. Will they do it again? Here is an article from a week ago noting that major businesses on the West Coast, such as Nike, support the legislation. […]
Clean Energy Jobs Bill; SB 1530
The Democratic Party of Oregon Environmental Caucus and many other groups have worked hard on the Clean Energy Jobs bill. The current version SB 1530 has flaws but is supported with some reservation by the majority of the Executive Committee of the Caucus. We strongly urge you to make your voice heard. We’ve created an […]
Milwaukie Becomes 1st City In Oregon To Declare A Climate Emergency
According to OPB.org, Milwaukie is the first city in Oregon to declare a Climate Emergency. Members of the Climate Mobilization Project are collecting signatures on our petition to encourage the Josephine County Commissioners, the Grants Pass City Council, and the Cave Junction City Council to develop Climate Emergency Plans of their own. Look for us […]
We Need Help Collecting Signatures on our Petition for the Climate Mobilization Project
The Environmental Caucus will be gathering signatures on our petition at two upcoming events. The purpose of our petition is to encourage the Josephine County Commissioners, the Grants Pass City Council, and the Cave Junction City Council to declare a Climate Emergency and develop Climate Emergency Programs to do their part to reduce or eliminate […]
Jordan Cove Energy Project Withdraws Application For Key Oregon Permit
Pembina has withdrawn their application for a permit to dredge Coos Bay in preparation for their planned Jordan Cove LNG Terminal. What, on the surface, appears to be great news may just be another tactic by Pembina to get around providing information detrimental to the advancement of this project. For more information go to the […]
OrCAN and SOCAN to Discuss Climate and Agriculture in the Legislature on Friday, Jan. 24th
Come to the Fry Family Farm in Medford to hear a presentation by Oregon Climate and Agriculture Network (OrCAN) and Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) on Climate and Agriculture in the Legislature. The presentation will be from 4:00 to 5:30 pm on Friday, January 24, 2020. When Oregon lawmakers convene in February of 2020 […]
Environmental Caucus Collects More Signatures on our Climate Emergency Mobilization Project Petition
On December 7, 2019, the Environmental Caucus collected 43 more signatures at the Pacifica Art and Music Festival on our Climate Emergency Mobilization Project petition requesting local governments to develop climate emergency programs. As soon as we feel we have enough signatures on our petition to demonstrate the overarching concern of the citizens of Josephine […]
DeFazio Comes out against LNG Pipeline!
Received this email today from Rep. Peter DeFazio. Here is the beginning: “The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will soon make a critical decision about whether to approve the Jordan Cove liquified natural gas (LNG) project and export facility in Coos Bay, Oregon. I’ve heard from several of my supporters wanting to learn more about […]
GM, Toyota, Chrysler–Don’t Care About Air Quality
Looks like General Motors, Chrysler and Toyota don’t really care about our air quality. They have agreed to the Trump major weakening of auto emission standards. Guess I have purchased my LAST Prius. Read the story:
What does Josephine County think about Climate Change
Here is a link to Climate Opinion Maps put together by Yale. There are some interesting statistics if you zero in on Josephine County. For example, take a look at the Policy Support statistics. An opportunity to make some change here? Yale Climate Opinion Maps 2019
Time is of the Essence! Act Now! Stop Jordan Cove!
Climate change is not a looming threat, it is already in progress. It affects us now with changing weather patterns, adverse weather events becoming more frequent and more severe, increased wildfires, sea levels rising, and ocean waters becoming warmer and more acidic. As greenhouse gasses are released into the atmosphere the effects on our planet […]
Why HB2020 is/was good for Rural Oregon
Yep, it was the lack of support from Rural Oregon that supposedly caused our local Republican Senators to leave the state to prevent having a quorum in the Oregon Senate during a possible vote for HB2020. But, there are advantages to Rural Oregon if that bill had passed. Read it: Why 2020 is Good for […]
Insurance Company to Stop Insuring Coal Industry
Despite our current federal administration trying to bolster the coal industry, a major U.S. Insurer will phase out insuring that industry. A local take-away here is toward the end of the article where advice is given: “As an individual customer of these companies, you can tell your insurance provider to step it up when it […]
LNG Opponents Being Monitored??
Received this email from Rep. Peter DeFazio. Unbelievable! “Today I sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr demanding the legal justification for the reported surveillance of my constituents who are opposed to the Jordan Cove liquid natural gas (LNG) pipeline and processing facility. “Recent reports indicate that the Department of Justice has been monitoring […]
Thank You! from Rogue Climate for Comments Submitted Opposing Jordan Cove / LNG
I want to share with you a message of thank you from Rogue Climate to all of you who submitted comments opposing the Jordan Cove Terminal and the Pacific Connector LNG Pipeline. “Dear [concerned citizen], More than 42,000 Oregonians attended a hearing or submitted comments to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging them to […]
Our Oregon Senators still boycotting their JOB
The Oregon Senate Republicans still haven’t shown up for work. Instead, they’ve fled the state, abandoning the more than 1.5 million Oregonians they represent and blocking the legislative process from moving forward. This in spite of the fact that they already cut a deal in Salem that included concessions to HB 2020. Now they’re going […]
Republicans Walkout regarding HB2020
Our State Sen Herman Baertschiger is creating quite a stir in the legislature over HB 2020 https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2019/06/as-senate-republicans-threaten-walkout-gov-kate-brown-prepares-for-special-session.html Call the Senate, 503-986-1702 and express your dissatisfaction with his walkout nonsense. Bet he’ll be surprised anyone from his district thinks he’s being a jerk since what he’s doing is mainly a show for his right-wing base. Update […]
HB2020 to be voted on by the Oregon House on Monday, June 17th
This cap and trade bill will have a very positive impact on getting greenhouse gases under control in Oregon. This is a big step toward slowing down climate change. Email your State Representative now and implore him, or her, to vote yes on HB2020. It doesn’t matter whether he is a Democrat or a Republican, […]
HB2020 Update, 6/12/19 – Request from Alan Journet of SOCAN
Please consider sending a note of encouragement to Democratic party members of the State Joint House Ways and Means committee urging them to support HB2020 as it emerged from the Natural Resources sub-committee and reject the amendment from Betsy Johnson that would weaken it substantially. If we are serious about addressing this problem, we cannot […]
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Meeting RE LNP Pipeline
In two weeks, you can make a difference in the fight to stop the Jordan Cove LNG export project. Add your voice and ask the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to deny the certificate for this harmful project. The upcoming FERC hearings around the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) are crucial for us to show […]
Jordan Cove/LNG Update – Hearing Dates Announced by FERC
On June 4, 2019, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced hearing dates in Southern Oregon on the Jordan Cove LNG export terminal and Pacific Connector fracked gas pipeline. These hearings are critical to show the federal government that our communities want a transition to clean energy, not a fracked gas pipeline and export terminal, […]
June 11, 2019 – People’s Meeting & Rally to stop Jordan Cove
Join people from across Oregon in Salem on Tuesday, June 11 to tell Governor Brown and the State Lands Board that they must do everything in their power to stop the Jordan Cove LNG export terminal and Pacific Connector fracked gas pipeline for good? On June 11, leaders from across Southern Oregon will be in […]
How Safe is Liquefied Natural Gas? It’s certainly a concern to the JoCo Democrats!
How Safe Is Liquefied Natural Gas? Not as safe as the government of British Columbia, Canada has claimed, according to an article by the award winning journalist, Andrew Nikiforuk, in the independent, online, Canadian news magazine, The Tyee. According to Nikiforuk, new studies and past incidents raise questions about location standards and safety. The Canadian […]
One Huge Reason the JoCo Democrats Do Not Support the Jordan Cove Terminal and LNG Pipeline
Coos Bay would be placed at terrible risk with the addition of the Jordan Cove Terminal (click on link) The coast of Oregon is in the Cascadian Subduction Zone and is due for a major earthquake. They already have to fear a tsunami that often accompanies this type of earthquake. Earthquake experts explain how the […]
HB2020 Update
Wondering what’s happening with the Carbon Reduction Act HB2020? There was a working session on Friday May 17th, but there are no meetings scheduled beyond that. It did pass out of the Joint Committee on Carbon Reduction to the Ways and Means Committee, with some amendments. Vote was 8-5 with 1 Excused. To stay up […]
Wonderful News – Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Denies Permit to Jordan Cove Terminal / LNG Pipeline Project
While this appears to be the death knell for the Jordan Cove / LNG project, we need to remain vigilant…this Phoenix has risen from the ashes before. Read Rogue Climate’s May 6, 2019 press release for additional information. Show the members of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality your appreciation for their hard work and […]
Here is a wonderful discussion by Dr. David Suzuki about the future of our planet and what we can do about it
Dr. David Suzuki discusses the future of our planet. “After listening to this
with Dr David Suzuki, you’ll never be the same again. The environmentalist, activist, professor of genetics and science broadcaster hits us with some home truths about what our future will look like if we continue to live the way we have […]What Can You Do to Reduce Plastic Waste, Improve the Environment, and Save Wildlife from a Horrible Death
Will Oregon become the second state to ban plastic shopping bags? Right now there is a bill in the Oregon House Committee On Energy and Environment, HB2509, to ban single-use plastic shopping bags from being used in the State of Oregon. This would be a big step in reducing the huge amounts of plastic accumulating […]
JoCo Dems Ask Governor Brown to Oppose Jordan Cove Terminal and LNG Pipeline
By unanimous voice vote at the February Josephine County Democrats Central Committee meeting, the members of the Central Committee approved a motion to write Governor Kate Brown and request that she oppose the Jordan Cove Export Terminal in Coos Bay and the 229-mile long Pacific Connector Pipeline running from Malin, a little town on the […]
Halt on Drilling
Ruling temporarily halts drilling in Wyoming. https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2019/03/20/federal-judge-casts-doubt-trumps-drilling-plans-across-us-because-they-ignore-climate-change/?utm_term=.223d165ad560&wpisrc=nl_most&wpmm=1
RogueClimate.org Hosting “No LNG Exports Lobby Day” Thursday, March 28 at the Oregon State Capitol
The day will include a lobby training in the morning and lobby visits with your legislators throughout the day. The State of Oregon has authority to stop the Jordan Cove LNG project, but Governor Brown and many of our state legislators still have not come out against this project. Sign up today here. See more […]
60 Minutes Report: The climate change lawsuit that could stop the U.S. government from supporting fossil fuels
Climate change is one of the most important issues of our time. It seems that no matter how urgently scientists insist we do something about it and do it soon, the climate deniers, the fossil fuel industry, and the politicians that are beholding to them, do everything possible to put the brakes on any progress […]
Jordan Cove Update from RogueClimate.org
Jordan Cove Continues to Fail to Demonstrate That it Qualifies for State Permits Throughout the 60-day public comment period on the permit, the Department of State Lands received over 50,000 comments in opposition to the project. (follow link)
Hearing for Oregon Climate Action Program (HB 2020) set for Saturday, February 23, in Medford
Very Important – Plan to attend the Medford Hearing of the Legislative Joint Committee on Carbon Reduction at Central Medford High School this Saturday, February 23rd, from 9:00 am until noon. The subject of the hearing is Oregon House Bill 2020 (HB 2020), which establishes the Carbon Policy Office and directs the Director of Carbon […]
Wisconsin becomes 20th state to join climate alliance designed to uphold Paris accord
On Tuesday, February 12th, Wisconsin became the 21st state, when you include Puerto Rico, to join the United States Climate Alliance. Members of the U.S. Climate Alliance are committed to taking real, on the ground action that urgently addresses the climate challenge. For more information about the U.S. Climate Alliance go to their website. Nearly […]
Let’s Join KS Wild and Thank Senators Wyden and Merkley for Protecting Our Wild Rivers
Please thank Senators Wyden and Merkley for protecting Wild Rivers today! Late yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the Natural Resources Management Act, including the Oregon Wildlands Act, the Frank and Jeanne Moore Wild Steelhead Act, and the reauthorization of the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Rogue Riverkeeper, KS Wild, and allies have worked for over […]
Confronting Climate Change – 1 Hour Presentation Saturday, February 16th, 10 to 11 am
Hear Prof. Alan Journet of Southern Oregon Climate Action Now present CONFRONTING CLIMATE CHANGE on Saturday, Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. at the Fruitdale Grange, Highway 99 and Parkdale Drive, Grants Pass, OR 97527. Prof. Journet will discuss local climate trends, what is happening to address the problems, and identify some little discussed issues relating […]
Help Save the Planet; Reduce Consumption of Meat and Animal Products
High among its prescriptions for limiting global sea level rise and climate disruption is an advisory for humanity to reduce its collective consumption of animal products by at least 30 percent. After all, between the feed production required to raise cattle and other livestock and these animals’ massive release of methane, animal agriculture harms the […]
Open Letter to Decision Makers Concerning Wildfires in the West
The following link is to an open letter from scientists with backgrounds in ecological sciences and natural resources management to decision makers concerning wildfires in the west. This letter is sponsored by the Geos Institute, a science-based, non-profit organization conceived to study and combat climate change. It is signed by over 200 scientists with expertise […]
Public Hearings to Stop the Jordan Cove LNG Pipeline Being Held in Several Locations in January
Join us at a public hearing to stop the Jordan Cove LNG export terminal and Pacific Connector fracked gas pipeline. If built, the Jordan Cove LNG project would harm nearly 500 waterways, seize property from private landowners through eminent domain, create a major safety and public health hazards, impact Tribal territories, cultural resources, and burial […]
FIRE and SMOKE – Public Forum 11/10
FIRE and SMOKE Forest Facts, Myths, and Malarkey Free Public Forum Saturday, November 10, 2018 Rogue Community College, Redwood Campus Rogue Auditorium 3345 Redwood Highway, Grants Pass, OR 97527 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. This 2-hour forum, organized by Rogue Indivisible, is a chance to learn from local experts about wildfire and smoke in and around […]
Forest Defense is Climate Defense
On October 10, 2018 Oregon Wild released a new report, “Forest Defense Is Climate Defense“, about the fascinating relationship between our forests and the climate. The report compiles the latest research on forest-carbon and explains how the single most impactful action Oregon can take to combat climate change is to change our forest policies. The […]
Global Warming Carries Life-or-Death Warning
Global Warming Carries Life-or-Death Warning Tue, 10/09/2018 – 1:05pm by Seth Borenstein, Associated Press Fish swim over a patch of bleached coral in Hawaii’s Kaneohe Bay off the island of Oahu. Photo: Caleb Jones, AP Photo Preventing an extra single degree of heat could make a life-or-death difference in the next few decades for multitudes […]
Water Quality Threatened by Long History of Fertilizer Use
Water Quality Threatened by Long History of Fertilizer Use Wed, 10/10/2018 – 1:43pm by Université de Montréal A study led by researchers at Université de Montréal quantifies for the first time the maximum amount of nutrients—specifically, phosphorus—that can accumulate in a watershed before additional pollution is discharged into downriver ecosystems. That average threshold amount is […]
National Parks Bear the Brunt of Climate Change
National Parks Bear the Brunt of Climate Change Mon, 09/24/2018 – 1:26pm by University of California – Berkeley Using data from weather stations scattered throughout the U.S., climate researchers have created maps of the average annual temperature and rainfall totals at points approximately 800 meters apart over much of the U.S. In this study, the […]
9/13 A Civil, Local Discussion of Forest Management & Wildfire
Join your neighbors in a civil discussion of facts, observation and visions for forestry and wildfire management moderated by State Senate candidate Shannon Souza. All respectful voices are welcome and encouraged to come. When: 9/13/18 5:00 PM Where: Wild River Brewing & Pizza Deli; 249 N. Redwood Highway; Cave Junction
Time to take action to limit summer fires
Lots of chatter out there about “solving” the wildfire problems. Our county commissioners are lobbying for more roads in the designated wilderness. Others wanting clear cuts, or just more logging. Here are two reactions. Read the Guest Opinion by Congressional District 2 Representative Candidate Jamie McLeod-Skinner. http://mailtribune.com/opinion/guest-opinions/time-to-take-action-to-limit-summer-fires Also, August 21st Scott Stoddard opinion about forest […]
The inconvenient truth about forest fires
Excellent guest opinion in the Mail Tribune. There is much discussion about how to deal with the every growing wildfires. This is a good read. http://mailtribune.com/opinion/guest-opinions/the-inconvenient-truth-about-forest-fires
Rural Oregon Transit Agency Drives Toward Electric Buses
As climate change continues to become a greater threat to the health of our planet, every effort that we make to counter this threat is incredibly significant. The Josephine County Democrats Environmental Action Committee is very pleased with the efforts of Josephine Community Transit to become more environmentally friendly. Here is a link to an […]
What Can We Do About Wildfires?
[Copied from KS Wild email] It’s time to pull together ! Dear [Subscriber], As all of us in southern Oregon and northern California know, we live in fire country. Our skies are filled with smoke from dozens of blazes. Climate change has brought us a longer, hotter, drier fire season. Decades of clearcut […]
The Inconvenient Truth About Forest Fires
The inconvenient truth about forest fires BY: Dominick A. DellaSala, Timothy Ingalsbee and Luke Ruediger July 29, 2018 It seems like every time there is a forest fire, the timber industry blames environmentalists for a lack of “active forest management” and presumes that contemporary fires have catastrophic ecological consequences. David Schott’s opinion piece in the […]
Willow-Witt Resilient Forestry Tour on Saturday, July 28th
On behalf of Beyond Toxics, I would like to specially invite you to the Willow-Witt Resilient Forestry Tour on Saturday, July 28th. The event takes place on Suzanne Willow and Lanita Witt’s own Willow-Witt Ranch, a 445-acre gem in Southern Oregon’s high country located about 30 minutes from Ashland, OR. The “Resilient Forestry” practices provide […]
Please Join Us and Sign the Pledge
We are collecting signatures from the citizens of Josephine County that indicate a commitment to adopt, honor, and uphold the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement (also known as the Paris Climate Accord, you can read the full document, in English, here). Your political beliefs or affiliations are not an issue here. You are not […]
March Meeting 3/13
Join us on Tuesday March 13 at 6:30 PM at the Unitarian Universlists 129 NE E St. We will start with our Health, Environment, and Unseat Walden action committees meeting. Then after regular Committee business, Tim Ream from KSWild (Klamath-Siskiyou Wildlands Center) will be with us to give a presentation, “Wildfire and Logging on our […]
Environmental Workshop – Feb 3 at Noon
This Land is Your Land: Our Unique SW Oregon Environment. Can We Foster Resilience? Environmental Workshop-FREE Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Wild River Pub in Grants Pass 533 NE F Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. This FREE workshop, organized by Rogue Indivisible, is an excellent chance to learn from local experts […]
H.R. 2936 The Resilient Federal Forest Act
From Rogue Indivisible: Oppose H.R. 2936 The Resilient Federal Forest Act This bill passed the House on November 2nd. We need to contact senators and ask that they vote against this bill. Action: Possible script for call. Hi, this is (Insert Name) and I live in (City). I’d like to speak to the staffer who […]
HR 2936 Threatens our Forests and Wildlife
A bill that would destroy forest and wildlife protections has now moved to the U.S. Senate. H.R. 2936, the deceptively named “Resilient Federal Forests Act of 2017,” on Nov. 1 passed the House of Representatives on a vote of 232-188. The measure would expose millions of acres of protected roadless areas to destructive logging and […]