News Roundup
May 28, 2018
Highlights (and low-lights) from around the state and beyond in the news last month.
A Disrupted System Premiere--June 28 in Mobile
May 28, 2018
Dauphin Island, as Alabama’s only barrier island, has been the sentinel defending coastal communities from wave action, storm surges, and hurricanes.But this special place is in peril. The natural flow of sand has been interrupted by necessary human...
Summer's Here. Is Your Car Ready for a Roadtrip?
May 28, 2018
As the hotter months approach, it’s time to say goodbye to your old vehicle and get something more reliable with AC for road trips! @SierraClubAL accepts vehicles of all types, including boats and even airplanes! The pick-up is free and your...
Migratory Bird Treaty Act Under Attack
May 28, 2018
A coalition of environmental groups filed litigation challenging the Administration’s move to eliminate longstanding protections under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Regional Events of Interest
May 27, 2018
These aren't Sierra Club events, but should be interesting to our membership! Join the conservation communitiy outside this summer!River Events (From the Alabama Rivers Alliance)02 Jun, 18 The Grandman Triathalon benefiting Mobile Baykeeper 03 Jun...
Urban Turtle Project
May 25, 2018
The Urban Turtle Project had a great end to the first annual #UrbanTurtleProject. The last turtle captured was this juvenile Alligator Snapping Turtle! Kudos to volunteer Paul Freeman for catching this beautiful specimen. I will be working to...
UP IN SMOKE: Coal in Alabama and Beyond Lunch and Learn on May 16 at noon.
May 8, 2018
Wednesday, May 16 at noon!
Join us in person at the Alabama Rivers Alliance (ARA) office with your lunch OR from your own desk online! ARA presents Stephen Stetson's highly praised workshop from Alabama Water Rally UP IN SMOKE: COAL IN ALABAMA AND...
Dirty Coal and Alabama
April 22, 2018
Dirty coal is a deadly, outdated, and expensive, especially when compared to the wind and solar that are now saving consumers money in many locations.