Drive Electric Event

Saturday, September 21, 3:00-7:00pm at The Village of Providence, 7 Town Center Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806.

Join fellow electric vehicle (EV) owners, fans and advocates as we celebrate the technological advancements and benefits of electric mobility. We will have a great showing of what electric cars have to offer from brands like BMW, Nissan, Jaguar, Tesla, and more. EV drivers will bring their electic cars and motorcycles to display, including Teslas, Chevy Volts and Nissan Leafs. EVs are quicker, quieter, more cost effective than conventional vehicles, and so much more. We encourage you to come out and experience for yourself this electrifying event. See you there.

This event is in conjunction with National Drive Electric Week, September 14-23, and is sponsored in part by the Sierra Club. For more information about electric vehicles, area events and local EV chapters, go to https://driveelectricweek.org/index.php

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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, September  3 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Everyone is welcome to the Sierra Club Tuesday Night Hike! We depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. Please get there early to sign in. 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, depending on the sunset. Bring water and snacks. Dress for the weather, rain cancels. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Sunday, September 8 - Cathedral Caverns Trail Hike and Cave Tour. Moderate.

Please join Kirsten for a morning hike at Cathedral Caverns State Park. The 4-mile hike consists of rocky terrain with a few steep hills and an elevation gain of about 500 feet. After the hike, there will be an option to visit Cathedral Caverns via the 12:00pm tour. Admission to the tour is $19.00 and will consist of a 1.5 mile walk lasting about 90 minutes. Please bring water and snacks. We will meet at the trailhead parking lot at 9:30am. The trailhead is on Cathedral Caverns Rd just past the main entrance to the state park, which is located at 637 Cave Road Woodville, AL 35776. Look for a small parking lot along the road. Dress for the weather. Thunderstorms cancel. For directions or questions, please contact Kirsten at kmalone123@yahoo.com

Tuesday, September 10 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Everyone is welcome to the Sierra Club Tuesday Night Hike! We depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. Please get there early to sign in. 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, depending on the sunset. Bring water and snacks. Dress for the weather, rain cancels. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Sunday, September 15 - Monte Sano Hike and Dutch Oven Breakfast. Moderate.

Mckay Hollow/Rocky Nightmare Ramble. The hike will be about 6.5 miles and is moderate in difficulty. We will meet at the small pavilion at the lookout in Monte Sano State Park. Park at the main parking lot near the softball fields. Tahe the first right after the park entrance. The hike will last about 2.5 to 3 hours. Hike starts at 9:00am with optional breakfast at trailhead served at 8:30am. No cost. Bring water. Boots are recommended. Dress for the weather. Thunderstorms cancel. There will be a waiver to sign. Questions contact Steve at covecrawler@gmail.com

Tuesday, September 17 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Everyone is welcome to the Sierra Club Tuesday Night Hike! We depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. Please get there early to signin. 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, depending on the sunset. Bring water and snacks. Dress for the weather. Rain cancels. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Saturday, September 21 - Lake Guntersville State Park Hike. Strenuous.

Starting at the Lake Guntersville State Park Lodge, we will explore the trails within the State Park. We will meet at 9:30am in the Lodge parking lot, 1155 Lodge Dr, Guntersville, Alabama. 10 miles of fun trails and lake views. Trails may be steep and rocky and there will be 1500 ft of elevation gain. Dress for the weather. Thunderstorms cancel. For directions or questions, please contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Sunday, September 22 - Dog-Friendly Green Mountain Hike. Easy.

Get your furry friend out for an easy hike on one of the Land Trust’s beautiful properties here in Huntsville. This will be a gentle hike on the rolling trails of Green Mountain. All leashed dogs that do well in group environments are welcome to join us as we ease into fall with a nice afternoon hike. You do not have to bring a dog to join us on this hike. We will meet at 2:00pm at the Land Trust Green Mountain Preserve,13800 S Shawdee Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803. Bring water and snacks for you and your canine friend, and a few dollars donation for the Land Trust if you are not a Land Trust member.  Dress for the weather. Thunderstorms cancel. For directions or questions, please contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Tuesday, September 24 - Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Everyone is welcome to the Sierra Club Tuesday Night Hike! We depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. Please get there early to sign in. 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, depending on the sunset. Bring water and snacks. Dress for the weather. Rain cancels. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com

Tuesday, October 1- Monte Sano Evening Hike. Moderate.

Last Tuesday night hike for the year - don't miss it!  Everyone is welcome to the Sierra Club Tuesday Night Hike! We depart at 6:00pm sharp from the Monte Sano State Park Hikers’ parking lot on Nolen Avenue. Please get there early to sign in. 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, depending on the sunset. Bring water and snacks. Dress for the weather, rain cancels. For directions or questions contact Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com