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  Eliza Walton · [email protected]
November 20, 2024 at 9:21 PM

The Owyhee needs you!

The clock is ticking for the Owyhee Canyonlands, and we only need a second of your time. Hi John, I only need a moment of your time to take action for a magical place in Oregon - the Owyhee Canyonlands. If there ever was a time to act for the Owyhee, it is now. Can you take a second…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
November 20, 2024 at 6:22 PM

CORRECTION: What can 33 cents a day do?

We’re here to fight for our climate in 2025, and you can join us at just 33 cents a day! Hi John, It's me again! I want to correct a mistake in my last email: 33 cents a day is $10 a month. We are sorry for the confusion, but hope we gave you a laugh! Thank you to our members who helped …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
November 20, 2024 at 1:30 AM

What can 3 cents a day do?

We’re here to fight for our climate in 2025, and you can join us at just 3 cents a day! Hi John, 3 cents a day. That’s right. That’s all it takes to be an invaluable part of our organization and the fight for Oregon’s future. With 3 cents a day you become a member of OLCV’s Sustaine…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
November 16, 2024 at 1:00 AM

Here’s our gift to you!

Today’s National Philanthropy Day and we want to celebrate you. Hi John, Today is National Philanthropy Day, and we wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all of our incredible members. Together we are creating a better future, and we can’t thank you enough for being a part of …
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
November 15, 2024 at 1:30 AM

Fwd: Things are heavy, but we have good news for Oregon

A massive thank you to all of our volunteers! Hi John, I wanted to get your eyes on Lindsey’s email again in case you missed our response to the election results. I’d like to take this second opportunity to reiterate our appreciation for our volunteers and members. We’re still waiting fo…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
November 7, 2024 at 8:40 PM

Things are heavy, but we have good news for Oregon

Hi John, Just like you, I’ve been feeling the weight of the devastation after the results from the presidential election. We were here once before, but now we truly know what’s at stake. When Donald Trump steps into office, we must be prepared to defend our climate, people, and pla…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Election Day: Did you vote for climate?

Get your ballot in by dropping it off at a dropbox before 8pm or in person at a post office today! Hi John, Today’s the day. Happy election day! This year it’s crucial that we vote for climate, so Oregon can continue being a leader on climate regardless of what happens at the federa…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 6:00 PM

What's scarier than Halloween?

Hi John, Happy Halloween! Halloween is the spookiest day of the year… but nothing is scarier than not voting in this November election. I know there’s anxiety about this year’s election results. Manage those election scares and spooks by getting your ballot in by November 5th! The …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
October 22, 2024 at 12:30 AM

Congratulations to the Owyhee Art Contest winner!

Hi John, We’re very excited to announce the winner of the Owyhee Art Contest! Drum roll please… The winner of the Owyhee Art Contest is Taelyn Baiza! Taelyn is 17 years old and from Boise, Idaho. Congratulations Taelyn! Take a look at the winning piece. The decision was difficult b…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
October 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Your Environmental Voter Guide is here!

See where the candidates running in your local races stand on environmental justice with our Environmental Voter Guide! Hi John, We’re in the final stretch of this election, with ballots just getting sent out and hitting your mailboxes soon! Before you cast your vote, we want to mak…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
October 16, 2024 at 5:39 PM

New date 10/22 for Virtual Town Hall with Senator Merkley

Hi John, Have you not yet signed up for OLCV’s Virtual Town Hall with Senator Merkley? Good news - there’s still time to register! Due to a scheduling conflict, we’ve had to reschedule to Tuesday, October 22nd at 1:00 pm PT. WHEN: Tuesday, October 22nd at 1:00 pm PT WHERE: Zoom Web…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
October 15, 2024 at 5:00 PM

TODAY (Oct. 15th) is the last day to register to vote!

Hi John, Today - October 15th - is the last day to register to vote or update your voter registration! Every voice matters in this upcoming election. Your vote is your power, so make sure you’re registered to cast your vote. Register to vote or update your voter registration here! …
  Jeff Merkley · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Hear from me at OLCV’s Virtual Town Hall

John, We’ve seen how extreme temperatures are threatening the lives and livelihoods of Oregonians and people across the nation. Let’s be clear: bold action is needed to address the devastating effects of climate chaos.  We’re working on it. From the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure L…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
October 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Fwd: POSTPONED: OLCV's Virtual Town Hall on the Environment with Senator Jeff Merkley

Hi John, Did you see Britney's last email? I want to make sure you don't miss the opportunity to hear what Senator Jeff Merkley's been working on in D.C., how the climate investments of the IRA will benefit Oregon, protections for the Owyhee Canyonlands, and ask him a question. Register…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
October 2, 2024 at 5:00 PM

The wait is finally over!

Hi John, OLCV is officially announcing our endorsements for the 2024 General Election! See all 98 of our endorsements by clicking here. If you need to double check which district you are in so you’re ready to vote for your endorsed candidates, check out the district map here! We've …
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Oregon's worst candidate for the environment is...

Hi John, The National League of Conservation Voters just named Senator Dennis Linthicum to their “Dirty Dozen in the States” list, which highlights the worst environmental candidates in the nation at the state and local level.  Help us defeat one of 2024’s worst candidates for the e…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 2:00 AM

There’s only 5 hours left!

Hi John, There’s only a few hours left in our PAC Drive, and we need your help to win a supermajority in both the House and the Senate this fall! We’re halfway to our goal right now. Will you pitch in using your Oregon Political Tax Credit to help us reach $3,000?  Don’t let your free P…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
September 30, 2024 at 6:37 PM

Today's the last day!

Hi John, I’m sure you’ve already seen all of our emails and know how close the election is and what’s at stake. Today is the last day for our OLCV PAC Drive which will fund our get-out-the-vote-efforts! Will you help us go into October strong so we can win a supermajority in both th…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
September 28, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Fwd: The countdown begins...

Hi John, Happy Saturday! I hope you all have a great start to your weekend. Today, our volunteers will be out going door-to-door and having important conversations with voters about the upcoming election, because October is just around the corner. In case you didn't see Kayah's last ema…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
September 27, 2024 at 6:57 PM

POSTPONED: OLCV's Virtual Town Hall on the Environment with Senator Jeff Merkley

Hi John, Due to a busy schedule and work happening in D.C., we've had to postpone OLCV's Virtual Town Hall on the Environment with Senator Jeff Merkley. We apologize for any inconvenience and we hope you can still join us. WHEN: Thursday, October 17th at 3:30pm PT WHERE: Zoom webin…
  Eliza Walton · [email protected]
September 26, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Last call: There’s still time to restore the CPP!

Hi John, Did you see my last email? Tomorrow’s the deadline for the CPP public comment period and I don’t want you to miss the opportunity to have your voice heard! The CPP is a cornerstone program that invests in Oregon communities most impacted by climate damage, and will cut fossil f…
  Kayah Ryerson · [email protected]
September 25, 2024 at 5:00 PM

The countdown begins...

Hi John, Did you know ... the November General Election is 40 days from today! As we're out knocking on doors and educating Oregonians about our endorsed candidates, you can help fund our efforts to get-out-the-vote by making a free contribution to OLCV PAC now! Using Oregon’s Polit…
  OLCV and the Move Oregon Forward Coalition · [email protected]
September 24, 2024 at 12:02 AM

The Transportation Roadshow is Going Virtual!

Hi John, The Transportation Roadshow is coming to a close this week with its virtual statewide stop on Wednesday, September 25th at 5pm! This roadshow has been all over the state, with stops in Tillamook, Albany, Medford, Coos Bay, Bend, and The Dalles to name a few. So, if you miss…
  Eliza Walton · [email protected]
September 23, 2024 at 5:00 PM

There’s still time to restore the CPP!

Hi John, As you may have seen from our previous emails, right now Oregon has an opportunity to protect a healthy climate future and deliver justice for communities by restoring our cornerstone Climate Protection Program (CPP). Will you help restore the CPP today? The Oregon Departme…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
September 22, 2024 at 10:26 PM

The election is 43 days away!

Hi John, As of today, the November election is 43 days away. These next coming weeks are critical for us to get-the-vote-out for a supermajority in Oregon. That’s why we need your support now to help fund our efforts knocking on doors and investing in paid media ads in targeted race…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
September 20, 2024 at 6:24 PM

Fwd: Help us elect pro-climate and pro-environment candidates this election!

Hi John, I want to make sure you saw Lindsey’s email. Now is the best time to make your free donation to OLCV’s PAC so your gift will have the greatest impact on this upcoming election. A free donation of $50 using Oregon’s Political Tax Credit allows us to recruit 1 volunteer who can k…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
September 19, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Fwd: Save the Date for OLCV's Virtual Town Hall on the Environment with Senator Jeff Merkley

Hi John, Add it to your calendars! We now have a time set for OLCV's Virtual Town Hall on the Environment with Senator Jeff Merkley. WHEN: Tuesday, October 8th at 3:30pm PT WHERE: Zoom webinar (link will be shared a few days before the town hall)  RSVP now and don't forget to add your q…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
September 18, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Help us elect pro-climate and pro-environment candidates this election!

Hi John, The November general election is coming up fast and there is a lot at stake for the country and Oregon. It’s been exciting to see a positive momentum shift in the presidential election, but no matter what happens, it’s critical that we continue making progress on climate ri…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
September 17, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Celebrate Voter Registration Day with OLCV!

Dear John, Happy National Voter Registration Day! Let’s celebrate our democracy today by making sure that you’re geared up to vote. The first step is making sure you are registered to vote or that your registration is up to date by October 15th so you’re set to receive your ballot. …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
September 17, 2024 at 1:00 AM

Last call: Get creative for the Owyhee!

The Owyhee Art Contest deadline is Monday, September 23rd. Submit your artwork now! Hi John, This is the last call for the Owyhee! There's still one week left to submit to the Owyhee Art Contest. In case you missed my last email, the deadline to submit is Monday, September 23rd. Get your…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
September 13, 2024 at 5:48 PM

Save the Date for OLCV's Virtual Town Hall on the Environment with Senator Jeff Merkley

Dear John, Climate chaos is hitting our planet hard, and the consequences can be seen everywhere. Places across the country reached record-breaking high temperatures–some even breaking multiple records just this summer alone–and Oregon was no exception. These extreme temperatures a…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
September 6, 2024 at 6:30 PM

It's not too late to submit to the Owyhee Art Contest!

The Owyhee Art Contest deadline has been extended to Monday, September 23rd. Submit your artwork now! Hi John, Did you want to submit your artwork to the Owyhee Art Contest but ran out of time? Good news! We've extended the deadline to Monday, September 23rd, so you still have time t…
  OLCV and the Move Oregon Forward Coalition · [email protected]
September 5, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Get ready to share your testimony for transportation legislation!

Join us Sept. 9 to prepare for 2025 statewide transportation legislation input! Hi John, Do you want safer, more environmentally sustainable, financially stable, and well-maintained transportation choices for all Oregonians? Join the Move Oregon Forward transportation roadshow testim…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
August 19, 2024 at 4:10 PM

OLCV announces new board chair Paige Spence

Hi John, OLCV is delighted to announce that Paige Spence has been elected the next chair of OLCV's board of directors. Paige has been part of OLCV for many years — first on staff as Coalition Director and then as a board member since December of  2019. Her combination of political s…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 4:17 PM

Celebrate the Inflation Reduction Act with us!

Hi John, Tomorrow is the two year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passing through Congress! The IRA is the largest investment ever made in climate and clean energy, and we thank the Biden-Harris administration for making this possible. We want to take a moment to ce…
  Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 9:09 PM

Take action to restore the Climate Protection Program!

Hi John, Right now, Oregon has an opportunity to protect a healthy climate future and deliver justice for communities by restoring our cornerstone Climate Protection Program.  The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is currently seeking public input on its proposed rule…
  Britney VanCitters · [email protected]
July 25, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Feeling overwhelmed by climate change?

Hi John, OLCV has been working in coalition with many environmental and climate justice advocates to restore Oregon’s Climate Protection Program (CPP).  The CPP creates a large fund that goes directly to environmental justice (EJ) communities most impacted by the climate crisis. It …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 24, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Today’s the last day to join us for smooth sailing!

Hi John, We've been navigating some rough waters the past few weeks. During these uncertain times, it's important to remember that the future of Oregon is in our hands. By electing climate champions up and down the ballot this November, we are ensuring a safe and healthy climate fu…
  April Christenson · [email protected]
July 23, 2024 at 7:09 PM

OLCV's Sustaining Donor Drive ends tomorrow!

Hi John, There are only 104 days left until the November General Election and as you know there's a lot at stake. We need to elect pro-climate and pro-environment candidates up and down the ballot to ensure that no matter what we are able to continue making progress in Oregon. Will …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 19, 2024 at 4:47 PM

Help us prepare for potential rough water ahead!

Dear John, We know you don’t need us to remind you of the stakes and potential outcome of this upcoming November election. Regardless of the result, we need to make sure that we elect lawmakers that prioritize a climate safe, just, and healthy future for Oregon. With the potential …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 18, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Check out these Owyhee Art Contest submissions!

Hi John, Are you considering submitting to the Owyhee Art Contest this summer? Take a look at some of these great submissions and get artistic this weekend! You don’t need to have any previous art experience to create an art piece that showcases how important the Owyhee Canyonlands …
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 17, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Fwd: Will you help OLCV smoothly sail into the November election?

Dear John, I wanted to get your eyes on my last email in case you missed it, and let you know what the perks are to joining OLCV’s Sustainer Circle! Curious to know what you get out of helping us smoothly sail into this November? By joining OLCV’s Sustainer Circle, you receive: Sub…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 14, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Will you help OLCV smoothly sail into the November election?

Hi John, As it heats up outside, we hope you are finding ways to stay cool on one of Oregon’s pristine waterways. The weather isn’t the only thing heating up right now — so is the upcoming election! We need to build the resources now to keep our boat afloat so we can sail into Novem…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 5:01 PM

See OLCV’s Summer Book Club meeting date and book choice!

Hi John, OLCV’s Summer Book Club members have decided. We’ll be reading Becoming Kin: An Indigenous Call to Forgetting the Past and Reimagining Our Future by Patty Krawec. Our meeting will take place over Zoom on Monday, August 26th from 5 - 7:30 pm. WHEN: Monday, August 26th from 5…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 5, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Fwd: Get creative for the Owyhee this summer!

Hi John, I wanted to make sure you saw Eliza’s last email about OLCV’s first ever art contest! Personally I’m excited to try out my artistic hand, even though I'm not an artist by any means, so that we can show our Senators how important the Owyhee Canyonlands are to us. You do not need…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
July 2, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Fwd: Join OLCV’s Summer Book Club!

Hi John, I want to make sure you don't miss this fun summer opportunity! I hope you'll join us for OLCV's Book Club. Together we'll be reading one of these great books of your choice and discussing it during our meeting at the end of August. Sign-ups close on Friday, July 5th, so don't …
  Eliza Walton · [email protected]
June 28, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Get creative for the Owyhee this summer!

Hi John, It’s time to get creative for the Owyhee this summer. In our efforts to show our Senators how much a national monument for the Owyhee Canyonlands means to us, we are starting an Owyhee art contest! This contest is open to anyone of any skill level and age. We accept any for…
  Sarah Kline · [email protected]
June 25, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Join OLCV’s Summer Book Club!

Hi John, I don’t know about you, but summer is the perfect time to read! One of my favorite parts about summer is reading on the beach or in the afternoons near the river when I’m out camping. That’s why I’m excited to announce that OLCV will be hosting a summer book club. Together …
  Eliza Walton · [email protected]
June 17, 2024 at 10:17 PM

Fwd: Take Action Now: We support an Owyhee Canyonlands National Monument!

Hi John, Did you see my last email? In case you missed it, June is the 118th anniversary of the Antiquities Act, which grants U.S. Presidents with the ability to designate national monuments for federal lands and waters with scientific, historical, and/or cultural significance. The Owyh…
  Eliza Walton · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 4:17 PM

Take Action Now: We support an Owyhee Canyonlands National Monument!

Hi John, The Owyhee Canyonlands is Oregon’s last great unprotected natural treasure, and it deserves protection before it’s too late! 73% of Oregonians (and nearly 50,000 petition signers and hundreds of businesses, organizations, and community groups) support an Owyhee Canyonlands …