Drawing attention to Houston-based MAXXAM's role in the logging of trees in Northwest California, two forest defenders have climbed trees in Memorial park and set up treesits (listen to an interview with one of the treesitters).

They're also protesting increasing violence against their fellow activists in California who are trying to stop irresponsible, and in some cases, illegal logging by Pacific Lumber - owned by MAXXAM. They've hung a huge banner between their sits that reads, "Stop Max-Scam from clearcutting our ancient forests - Jail Hurwitz, $50,000 reward," in reference to the Charles Hurwitz, MAXXAM's CEO and majority sharholder.

Through the efforts of groups like SACRED (Southern Alliance of Coastal Redwood Earth Defenders), Houston area activists have become closer allies with activists working in California. This Friday, hear about MAXXAM's illegal logging practices from treesitters Remedy and Trust during KPFT's Open Journal at noon. Saturday, come to the Free Teach-In to Save the Redwoods in Houston, followed by a Candlelight Vigil!!