Thursday, October 10 at 7:00 Radnor Lake Visitor Center
Melinda Welton, Conservation Biologist, is always a welcome speaker at our Sierra programs and we hope you will take this opportunity to learn more about her travels and studies. She is the owner of BirdWorks Consulting, and her primary focus of conservation efforts is on full annual life-cycle conservation for the Cerulean Warbler working in Central America as well as in Tennessee. She has worked on other birds of conservation concern in Tennessee and is currently investigating methods of preventing window bird strikes. This month's program is about Penguins in Patagonia. Welton recently returned from Patagonia where she participated in an exciting Earthwatch project studying the reproductive health of one of the largest rookeries in Argentine. She will show us photos and videos of penguins and other birds that are part of this large research effort concerning ways to mitigate climate change.
The Middle Tennessee Group business meeting is at House of Kabob, 216 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37211. Meeting begins at 6:30pm. Dining is available at the restaurant at 6:00pm. All are welcome, but please RSVP to Grace Stranch so she can let you know if there are any changes.
Inspiring Connections Outdoors is an outings program where volunteer leaders collaborate with community partners to get people outdoors, especially youth, who may not have access on their own to safely discover the wonders of the natural world. Through outdoor experiences, we promote appreciation and protection of the natural environment, provide opportunities for personal growth, and foster respect of self, others, and the environment. Our goals:
Introduction to nature Education about nature Imagination and creativity Health Self-esteem Fun!
We plan many events in and around Nashville. See the ICO Activities Nashville page for upcoming activities. On that page you will find links to stories of young people learning, enjoying the outdoors and having fun at our recent events.
If you would enjoy helping young people get to love the outdoors, click on this link - I would like to volunteer! Before you know it, you will be having more fun than the kids!
The summer retreat was so enjoyable and informative that we are already looking forward to the
TN Chapter Fall Fun Retreat!
When: October 25 - 27, 2019 Where: Pickett State Park - Jamestown, TN What: socializing, campfires, stargazing, hikes, youth activities, silent auction to benefit the Chapter Defender Fund, live music, Outdoor Leader training, & more! Register here by Oct. 18th for discounted rate.
Why Nashville Just Banned Plastic Takeout Containers From Curbside Recycling Bins Adapted from an article by EMILY SINER
Glass bottles have already been banned from curbside recycling. Now, plastic takeout containers are too. Nashville is tightening the rules on what can go in curbside recycling bins, including issuing a new ban on plastic takeout containers.
The change, says Metro Public Works, is part of an effort to simplify the recycling process and make sure people don't put in material that its facility can't handle.
Metro doesn't recycle certain kinds of plastics — like biodegradable food containers — but it's hard for the average consumer to figure out which ones make the cut. Some look recyclable but actually aren't, says Sharon Smith with Metro Public Works. By banning any kind of plastic takeout containers, the city is hoping the wrong kind doesn't get in the stream.
Residents can still recycle plastic bottles, juice jugs and dairy tubs in their curbside bins.
We are the Middle Tennessee Group of the Tennessee Chapter of the Sierra Club, the world’s oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization. With over 3.5 million members and supporters, the Sierra Club has the resources to empower people and to influence public policy through community activism, public education, lobbying, and litigation.
Our mission is to Explore, Enjoy and Protect the Planet.
