Thursday, November 14 at 7:00 Radnor Lake Visitor Center 1160 Otter Creek Road Nashville 37220 Enter from Granny White only RSVP | Directions
Wayne Ramsey, Vice President of the Middle Tennessee Rockhounds and award-winning mineral collector, will present the monthly program on underground mining is Tennessee. Wayne is well known in the national collecting community and has over 2000 specimens cataloged in his collection.
The world-famous Elmwood mine in Smith County has produced excellent specimens of Calcite, Fluorite and Sphalerite. Join us to learn more about the history of this mine and the minerals found there.
Pictured are some Elmwood specimens. Come and learn about the process that formed these exquisite minerals, how they were discovered, mined, and their value today. Actual specimens will be displayed for your viewing enjoyment.
The evening promises to be an educational and informative one. We will be joined by the local Audubon folks for this special evening, so come at 6:30 if you want to have time to socialize with both Sierra and Audubon.
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 Middle Tennessee Group of the Sierra Club Seeks Program Chair
MTG has a volunteer opening for a Program Chair. Responsibilities include attending all program presentations (or find a substitute host); scheduling speakers; handle logistics of programs; and publicizing the programs. Contact MTG Chair Grace Stranch at k.g.stranch@gmail.com
Music Friends Food Fun and a little good cheer as well!
The Middle Tennessee Group Invites you to our annual Holiday gathering December 14th 2019 3:30pm to 8:30pm The Clubhouse, 1247 General George Patton Rd. Nashville TN 37221
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.
