Sierra Institute for Community and Environment

Join us on June 20th on Greenville, CA for the Roundhouse Council Big Time Event! Click the link to RSVP! : https://lnkd.in/gNd3YU6C

Join us at the upcoming in-person SCALE meeting! We'll convene at the Sacramento State Harper Alumni Center in Sacramento, CA, for two full days of discussions, presentations, and workshops on July 25th and 26th. Click the link to save your spot! https://lnkd.in/gw8FmJUf

The Sierra Institute for Community and Environment seeks a qualified individual to fill the position of Watershed Restoration Project Manager with responsibilities for a growing suite of watershed restoration projects. The Sierra Institute’s watershed restoration work emphasizes the collaborative development of meadow and stream restoration and forest road infrastructure improvements that improve ecological function and protect critical aquatic resources. The current project portfolio is centered on a million-acre focal landscape for the South Lassen Watersheds Group, a collaborative addressing forest and watershed management, climate resilience, and economic development in critical upper watersheds of Battle Creek, Mill Creek, Deer Creek, and the upper North Fork of the Feather River. This is a tremendous opportunity for a talented natural resource professional who is excited to join a collaborative organization expanding capacity for restoration across the Northern Sierra and Southern Cascades. The selected individual will work closely with Sierra Institute staff, non-governmental partners, and federal land management agencies to advance watershed restoration as part of multiple large landscape restoration projects to improve forest resilience across the only anadromous watersheds on public lands in the Sierra Nevada, as well as support post-fire restoration in the Dixie Fire footprint.

Explore your passion for conservation! Join the Sierra Institute team as we embark on a mission to protect our forests, watersheds, and rural communities in the face of climate change. We’re on a search for dedicated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Whether you’re looking for a permanent role or a seasonal adventure, this is your chance to join a community committed to restoring our landscapes and building lasting change in the Sierras. Apply today and help shape a brighter future for generations to come

Happy Friday to all of you nature enthusiasts out there! We are celebrating today with this gorgeous sunset view over the waters of Indian Creek in Plumas County. As we welcome 2024, let’s embark on a journey to safeguard the meadows, streams, forests & all the ecosystems in between that make the Sierra’s so remarkable. This year, we invite you to stand with us in our commitment to preserving and restoring these vital ecosystems. Consider making a donation to the Sierra Institute and contribute to the ongoing efforts to ensure a sustainable and thriving landscapes and communities in the face of climate change. Visit our website to find out how you can make a positive impact and be a guardian of the Sierra’s natural wonders. Every donation, big or small, helps us continue our vital work. DONATE HERE: https://lnkd.in/gf6FNbZE

🌿 Join us in making a difference this holiday season! ✨ Our Year-End Giving Fundraising Campaign is live, supporting the Sierra Institute for Community and Environment, home to P-CREW Youth Corps and innovative biomass initiatives, & more. J Your donation fosters sustainable rural communities, protects Sierra Nevada ecosystems, and empowers the next generation of environmental stewards. Why donate? Here are a few reasons -Supporting Healthy Forests and Watersheds: As the sustainability of natural ecosystems and rural communities are inextricably linked, we strive to develop innovative projects that tackle the challenges of ecological restoration that benefit rural communities. -Building Vibrant Communities: Sierra Institute works at the local, regional, and national levels to build the capacity of rural communities through a variety of programs that aim to monitor and address socioeconomic well-being. -Developing Young Stewards: We take a three-pronged approach to developing a stewardship ethic among rural and urban youth alike. This strategy involves place-based recreation, environmental education, and career development across natural and working landscapes. This season, let’s make a lasting impact. Your generosity transforms lives, ensures a healthier planet, and supports programs such as P-CREW Youth Corps and biomass initiatives. HOW TO DONATE: Click the link below! https://lnkd.in/dJ7zuwGj Let’s make this Year-End Giving Campaign a success! Share, donate, and be a part of the positive change. Together, we build a brighter, more sustainable future! #GiveBack #SustainableLiving #YearEndGiving #SierraInstitute #PCREWYouthCorps #CommunityEnvironment #MakeADifference 

Have you heard about our High Road Training Partnership in Tribal Forest Restoration and Stewardship (HRTP)? We’re making strides in collaboration with over 19 Tribes across California to empower and employ tribal individuals in forest restoration. HRTP is not just a program; it’s a commitment to California tribes to help create job opportunities and build tribal capacity in ways that truly benefit their communities. The focus is on on-the-land training, allowing us to help strengthen crew capacity and empower tribes to be employers and crew leaders in their own right. Recently, we had the honor of coordinating an Advanced Ropes & Rigging training with the Konkow Maidu Tribe, taking place on their recently reclaimed land. This training provided a great opportunity for participants to build on their existing skill sets and advance their careers in the workforce. The on-the-job experience is the heart of these initiatives, and we’re excited to see more of these trainings coming to fruition across California. Thank you to the California Workforce Development Board for supporting HRTP and to @calfire Forest Health and Workforce Development program for making this specific training at Konkow possible! Also thanks to @sailforestry and their amazing instructors for leading this safe and in depth training opportunity! Together, we’re cultivating a future where communities thrive, and nature flourishes.

The Sierra Institute for Community and Environment in cooperation with the Lassen Volcanic National Park is hiring a Wilderness Fuels Module Crew to perform fuels management in Lassen Volcanic National Park to promote future prescribed fire activities in wilderness areas of the park. This work will also directly contribute to increasing fire resiliency of critical habitat for Northern Goshawk and California Spotted Owl. The Wilderness Fuels Module Crew, under the direction of the Crew Leaders, Sierra Institute support staff, and Lassen Volcanic National Park specialists, will be responsible for working as a team in safely falling, bucking, and limbing live and dead trees and constructing fireline using predominantly non-mechanized equipment (e.g., crosscut saws, axes, etc.) in undeveloped wilderness areas and some non-wilderness areas. Read about the variety of positions we're offering within our Wilderness Fuels Module and more on how to apply at https://lnkd.in/ggMZu4VC

Take a look at our latest Dixie Fire reconstruction work! Last week our panels were delivered and installed for the construction of the Roundhouse Council's Indian Education and Cultural Center in Greenville, CA. We think it's safe to say that this is the first roundhouse constructed with #CrossLaminatedTimber and we couldn't be more excited to partner in this project. Huge thank you to Susan Jones and the atelierjones llc team for their brilliant design, Vaagen Timbers for their execution, and Ed and Lights Creek Construction for implementation. Thank you also to Mary, Danny and the Roundhouse Council Board for the privilege of working on this.