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Friends
of Hope Valley,
P.O.Box 431
Markleeville, CA 96120
Board of Directors
Debbi Waldear
(President)
John Barr
Gay Havens
Jim Donald
Greg Hayes
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FALL/WINTER
2011-2012 NEWSLETTER
Sierra
Wilderness Creek will not be poisoned
A charming stream in Alpine County’s high Sierra wilderness is
permanently protected from poisoning, thanks to the actions of federal
judge Frank Damrell in a decision issued September 6, 2011.
PLESANT
VALLEY TRAIL
Articles detailing the history
of the Plesant Valley Saga
 HOW
CAN I HELP?
Yvonne and Sam came to Alpine County to retire. Their
idea of retirement is much different than that of most Americans. They
came to Alpine County to enjoy the mountains, hike, and ski and to become
involved in their community. And that they did with their knowledge, skills,
and experience, they quickly become integral members of several local
groups.
The first time I heard from Yvonne was when she and Sam sent their first
donation to Friends of Hope Valley, including a note from Yvonne asking,
"How can I help?" For a small environment organization this is rare that
someone who, unsolicited, asks to get involved. Help she did, and soon
after Yvonne joined Friends of Hope Valley's Board of Directors.
Since that time I have had the privilege to get to know Yvonne as a board
member, a hiking and skiing partner, and as a friend. Yvonne and often
Starbucks, the dog always participated in FOHV's workdays. They were fun
to work and play with.
Yvonne taught the FOHV's Board the importance of inquiry: by asking questions,
learn as much as one can about an issue before making a decision. Yvonne
always made the extra effort to dig deeper into the facts related to an
environmental issue before giving us her opinion. Yvonne always did her
homework, encouraging us all to do the same.
Yvonne, a true environmentalist, a lover of Alpine County's natural beauty
will be missed.
Your support is appreciated. Please send tax-deductible contributions
to Friends of Hope Valley, PO Box 431, Markleeville, CA 96120
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