Woods and Wetlands Conservation Meeting Set for July 24th
July 9, 2026
The results are in—thank you to everyone who responded to our scheduling survey! Our next Woods and Wetlands conservation meeting will take place on Thursday, July 24 at 2:00 PM at Independence Grove Beer Garden.
Start Reducing Your Plastic Use with this Practical Guide
July 9, 2026
Alarm bells are increasingly ringing about plastic's impact on the planet and human health. The time to become part of the solution is now. There is a lot individuals can do to reduce their plastic footprints.
Healthy rivers support healthy communities!
July 9, 2026
Clean Power Lake County is excited to host a Waukegan River Clean Up.
Big new solar in Deerfield
July 9, 2026
Deerfield's water reclamation plant just energized their big new solar array.
Serve On Woods and Wetlands Executive Committee
June 14, 2026
Ready to make a difference on issues you care about? This could be your moment: The Woods & Wetlands Group is seeking nominees for election to its Executive Committee (ExCom).
Rail Safety Act Passes: Progress on Safety, But Major Concerns Remain
June 14, 2026
New federal rail safety reforms promise stronger inspections and crew protections after East Palestine, but critics warn that dangerous loopholes remain.
Sierra Club Woods and Wetlands Kicks Off 2026 Outings Season with Clean Power Lake County
April 11, 2026
On April 4, members of the Sierra Club Woods and Wetlands Group joined Clean Power Lake County for the first hike of the year at Illinois Beach State Park. Although the skies were gray and a brisk wind swept in from Lake Michigan, participants were...
Data Centers in Our Communities- What We Know, What’s at Stake, and What We Can Do!
April 11, 2026
Data centers are rapidly expanding across Illinois. Join Sierra Club Advocate Sally Burgess on April 19 to discover how communities are responding and what legislation could shape the future of these massive developments.
Lake County Green Business program!
April 11, 2026
Support and Highlight Green Businesses in Lake County
Sick of high gas prices? Meet your next car.
April 11, 2026
Learn all about Electric Vehicles (EVs) and meet real EV owners April 25th
