The Magazine of The Sierra Club
The Art of Making Do With Less (and Being Happier For It)
Instead of buying something new, why not regift, borrow, or stick to what you already have?
In this story:
buyers' guide
Adventure
Where Can I Get Crystals That Are Less Toxic, Locally Sourced, and Ethical?
Ms. Green has advice on how to avoid toxic Teflon and dyes
Leaf-Peeping for Hikers
Here’s where trekkers should head for fabulous fall foliage
How to Celebrate National Public Lands Day Without Leaving Your Home
Eight books and films that will transport you to some of America’s most iconic landscapes
In this story:
public lands, America's National Parks, national forests, outdoor recreation, adventure
Tourism Can Wreck Local Communities and Ecosystems
Hawai'i has a plan that would encourage tourists to restore the land while contributing needed tourism dollars
Indigenous-Led Tourism Alliances Are Taking Back Recreation on Their Land
They say that, done right, Indigenous tourism can also be a form of reconciliation
President Biden Establishes the Springfield Race Riot National Monument
New NPS site will commemorate the 1908 Illinois tragedy that marked a turning point in American race relations
How I Learned to Calm Down and Love Camping
My immigrant mom taught me the necessity of hustling; camping taught me the joy of slowing down
Locals Fight to Protect Mexico’s Baja Peninsula From Development
Real estate speculation and megaresorts threaten to displace people and harm biodiversity
First-Time Backpacking Basics
What you need to take your hiking to the next level
