Nature Conservancy at June Sierra Club Meeting

Come join us Thursday, June 22nd as the North Alabama Sierra Club program series welcomes The Nature Conservancy.

They  Conservancy is an international organization focusing on protecting and preserving our lands, water and oceans. They will discuss what is important to us all which is protecting and preserving our natural resources both globally and here in Alabama. 

The meeting starts at 6:00pm and will be in the training room of the National Children’s Advocacy Center at 210 Pratt Avenue. This is at the corner of Pratt and Meridian streets. Meetings are open to everyone. Come join us! For more information please call 256-337-9702.

The latest Alabama Sierran is now online:

People's Climate March Report

Annual Sierra Club Alabama Chapter Convention

Celebrating 125 Years: Sierra Club's Quasquicentennial

DefendRivers Paddle Set for Saturday July 8.

Black Warrior Riverkeeper's 15th Anniversary: June 15th on the Bama Belle Riverboat

Going Swimming This Summer?

Is Your Water Clean; 

Statewide Outings and Events

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Outings 
Hike Ratings 
Easy - Less than 5 miles, no serious elevation changes, no trail obstacles. 
Moderate - 5 to 10 miles, some elevation changes or rough trail (rock hopping), or trail obstacles such as creek crossings. 
Strenuous - Over 10 miles, substantial elevation change, rocky, obstructed or nonexistent trail. 
Exploratory - any event where the leader has not experienced the event; may fit any class above. 
Note. Participants of Sierra Club outings are required to sign a waiver. 

Tuesday, June 6 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Steve Jackson at covecrawler@gmail.com

Saturday, June 10 - Old-Fashioned Fun: Hike, Swim and Picnic lunch . Moderate and fun!

Grab your inner tube, bring a picnic lunch and swim in a blue hole and/or under waterfalls in the South Cumberland State Park area. We’ll hike short trails to two to three different waterfalls (time permitting) and a blue hole where you’ll have a chance to float, frolic, photograph, or just enjoy. The hikes are considered moderate due to terrain, not distance. Bring snacks, water, lunch, a towel, wear a swim suit (if you plan to swim), hiking shoes/gear, and bug spray. Group size is limited. For more information contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com  T-storms/torrential downpour cancel.

Tuesday, June 13 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Patricia at pwales77@gmail.com

Saturday, June 17 - Monte Sano Hike. Moderate.

Enjoy summer on Huntsville’s jewel. We will explore trails on a 6-7 mile hike in the State Park. Experience the beauty of the park in summer. Dress for the weather, including sturdy shoes. Bring a camera, water, snacks and some cash for the park entrance. Dress for the weather and bring water and a snack . Meet at the Hikers Parking Lot at 8:30am - the hike leaves at 9:00am sharp. Leashed dogs welcome. Rain Cancels this hike. Questions, contact Patricia at pwales77@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 20 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Alan Greene at agreene256@comcast.net

Thursday, June 22 - The North Alabama Sierra Club welcomes The Nature Conservancy. 

The Conservancy is an international organization focusing on protecting and preserving our lands, water and oceans. They will discuss what is important to us all which is protecting and preserving our natural resources both globally and here in Alabama. The program starts at 6:00pm at the National Children Advocacy Center in Huntsville, Al. Information at 256 337 9702.

Saturday, June 24 Keel Mountain and Calloway Sinks Hike. Strenuous. 

We will hike half of this trip off trail so expect uneven terrain with an initial steep assent. We will visit a waterfall, a cave and then the Sinks on Nature Conservancy Property. We will be hiking to a remote location that will have little or no cell coverage most of the time. This will be a 9 mile hike with 2500 feet elevation gain and 2500 decent. Good hiking boots are strongly recommended. Bring water (there will be water sources to filter) and lunch. Hike leader approval is required and the outing is limited to 12 hikers. We will meet at the Publix parking lot on Winchester road at 8:30am. Short drive to trailhead. Contact Steve at 256-337-9702 or at covecrawler@gmail.com 

Tuesday, June 27 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate. 

Depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. There is a small fee to enter the park and all dogs must be on a leash while in the parking lot and during the hike. Though not strenuous, hikes may be vigorous and range from 3 to 5 miles. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com