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41. Active Adventures We’re Kiwis, and for over 20 years we’ve looked after active people with legendary hospitality in the places we know and love the most: New Zealand, Nepal. Patagonia, Peru, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, France, Italy and Switzerland.

42. Beneficial State Bank The new Sierra Club Visa Platinum credit card from a community bank. A percentage of every purchase supports the Sierra Club’s mission. To learn more, call 855-790-4902 or go to sierraclubcard.org.

43. Better World Club Car Talk: “Finally, an auto club with decent values.” 24/7 nationwide assistance and more, but greener and cooler. betterworldclub.com.

44. Caravan Tours, vacation packages, and travel packages since 1952. caravan.com

45. Create a gift that provides you income! Receive an income tax deduction, too! Payment levels begin at 4.7% for those at least 65 years old. (They are subject to change.) Please visit sierraclubplanning.org to download information, or contact us at giftplanning@sierraclub.org.

46. Green 3 Enviromentally friendly apparel and accessories made in the USA. The perfect gift for those who love the outdoors. Dealer inquires welcomed. 920-235-1288, green3apparel.com

47. Green Century Fund Green Century Funds are a family of fossil-fuel-free, environmentally responsible mutual funds. For more information, please call 800-93-GREEN, or visit us online at greencentury.com.

48. Leki The most reliable trekking poles in the world. leki.com.

49. Life Alert Medical emergency alert protection at home or on-the-go. Live alone without being alone. FREE brochure. 800-836-6851.

50. LOWA Outdoor boots and shoes have been handcrafted in Europe since 1923. Visit the Sierra Club’s Clair Tappaan Lodge on Donner Summit (Memorial Day–Columbus Day) to take a hike in a pair of LOWA boots and to find out for yourself what award-winning European quality feels like on your feet. For more information, go to lowaboots.com or call 888-335-5692.

51. New Alternatives Fund The oldest (est. 1982) socially responsible mutual fund in the country, emphasizing alternative energy, energy conservation, and the environment. newalternativesfund.com.

52. Sierra Gift Club Idea Help protect our environment while honoring a loved one with a commemorative or memorial donation. For information, call 415-977-5653 or visit sierraclub.org/commemoratives.

53. Sleep Number The sleep experience that will change your life. The Sleep Number® mattress and FlexFit™ adjustable base bring couples together again.

54. YMT Vacations Offering value priced, fully escorted land and cruise tours to dream destinations. Call 877-472-2960 for more information or to request your free brochure.

MARKET GUIDE

Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of most items. All advertisers have assured us that they will respond to each request, but Sierra is not responsible for their failure to do so.

1. Amazing Earthfest

2. Adventure Canada

3. Crow Canyon Archaeological Center

4. Western Mountaineering

5. Cocoon

6. SunBreeze

7. Turneffe Flats

8. Caravan

9. Mountain Lodges of Peru

10. Hollyford Track

11. UnCruise Adventures

12. Sea Eagle

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Swiss Alps! Guided, self-guided & private hiking, train and trail running tours. Switzerland, Italy, France, Arizona. Custom itineraries. 888-509-7810. www.alpinehikers.com

Angeles Chapter Explores the World in 2017 Culture & wildlife of Thailand (March); Pandas of Tibet, Himalayas & Yangtze River Cruise (May); England’s South West Coast National Trail (June); Ecuador Eco-Tour & Galapagos Islands Cruise (June) and more. www.angeles.sierraclub.org/travel

The Sitka Center for Art & Ecology on the Oregon coast seeks applicants to the Howard L. McKee Ecology Residency www.sitkacenter.org

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