Alabama Sierra Club News
Find out what's going on around the state.
- Peggie Griffin Nominated for Sierra Club Special Service Award
- John Wathen, Hurricane Creekkeeper
- Alabama Sierra Club Annual Retreat is October 13-15 on the Cahaba River!
- Climate Rally in North Birmingham
- The Sierra Club Beyond Coal Campaign's Stephen Stetson
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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, August 8 - Monte Sano Tuesday Evening Hike. Moderate.
Depart at 6:00 p.m. 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
Saturday, August 12 - Hiking 101 - Hikers' Basics - Easy Hike.
Are you interested in hiking but not sure where to start? Join us for this Hikers’ 101 - Basic Hiking event. We will start with a brief talk about how to get started hiking. We will talk about equipment needed and what to expect. We will then talk about some of the local hiking opportunities and about some training plans to get in shape to tackle some of the tougher hikes. After the talk we will hike on one of the Land Trust’s newer trails the Oak Park trail. It will be about a 3 mile hike with some limited elevation gain. You will need to have sturdy, comfortable shoes, at least 1 liter of water. You may want to bring some snacks, walking stick/trekking poles, sunscreen, bug spray, a camera, some friends. Dress for the weather, dogs on leashes who like hiking are welcome. Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 8:00 AM Meeting location is Oak Park Trail Head at 2250 Oakwood Avenue Northeast, Huntsville, AL. We will meet at the Picnic Pavilion. Any questions email Aaron at sctrailevents@gmail.com .
Tuesday, August 15 - Monte Sano Tuesday Evening Hike. Moderate.
Depart at 6:00 p.m. 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 Carolyn Brooks at dr_c_brooks@outlook.com
Tuesday, August 22 - Monte Sano Tuesday Evening Hike. Moderate.
Depart at 6:00 p.m. 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, August 26 - Monte Sano hike. Moderate.
Enjoy summer on Huntsville’s jewel onthis 6-7 mile moderate hike. We will explore trails in the State Park. Experiencing 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 8:30 am; the hike leaves at 9:00 am sharp. Leashed dogs welcome. Rain Cancels this hike. Questions, contact Patricia at pwales77@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 29 - Monte Sano Tuesday Evening Hike. Moderate.
Depart at 6:00 p.m. 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