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Defending Roadless Territories, Halting the Erosion of our Public Lands — Blog from volunteer leader Lora Kemp.

February 19, 2026

As this administration continues to roll back environmental protections and tries to sell off our public lands, forest defenders find their hands are full right now.

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February update from your local Southwest Indiana Network

February 18, 2026

In this newsletter: 🧑‍🦯 Meet us on the trail for our Let's Move Beyond Coal Walk 📢 Tell Gov. Braun and AG Rokita: Challenge Trump's illegal and costly coal orders! 💦 Take Action to Protect the Indiana Department of Environmental Management 📚...

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Protecting Indiana Waters at Water Stewardship Day

February 17, 2026

Water Stewardship Day was Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Indiana Statehouse from 9-3pm. In addition to Sierra Clubbers, there were business leaders, other environmental nonprofits, policymakers, and community members who enjoyed the day!

Honoring Public Lands Leaders at Conservation Day

February 17, 2026

Although the snow was piled high outside the Indiana Statehouse, Conservation Day 2026, hosted by Indiana Conservation Alliance (INCA) was visited by many supporting members and guests, including the Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter.

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February 2026 update from your local Heartlands Group

February 13, 2026

In this newsletter: 🙌 Thank you for showing up this past month! 🥾 Join us on the trail this spring 📣 Take action to protect Eagle Creek 📚 Come to our virtual Book Club 🫶 How to get involved with our activities this year

A graphic saying Tell Gov. Braun and A.G. Rokita to stand up for Hoosiers! The Trump administration has illegally used 202c orders to force two Indiana coal plants, set to retire in 2025, to stay online. Costing Hoosiers an estimated $85 million a year! Tell Braun and Rokita to stand up for Hoosiers and challenge these 202c orders in court! and a link to sc.org/INcoalorders

February update from Uplands Network, connecting Monroe and surrounding counties

February 4, 2026

What a whirlwind is happening at the Statehouse! Hoosier Chapter folks showed up last week at Renewable Energy Day to hear speakers and meet with our legislators. At the Sierra Club table we shared a poster for all to sign to express gratitude to...

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Hoosiers Energized at Renewable Energy Day

January 27, 2026

Renewable Energy Day (RED) at the Indiana Statehouse on January 20, 2026, was a huge success!

Winding Waters Group Newsletter for February 2026

January 23, 2026

In this newsletter — an update on the Indiana Legislative Session, upcoming Winding Waters Group events, local Sierra Club Executive Committee election results, Indiana state trivia, and how to stay updated and get involved with our work!

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January update from your local Southwest Indiana Network

January 21, 2026

In this newsletter: 🌺 Join Sierra Club at the Tri-State Creation Care Conference in February 📚 Your invite to the Hoosier Chapter Book Club 🥾 Find out about upcoming events and outings ✍️ Keep in touch and get involved in our work.

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January 2026 update from your local Heartlands Group

January 9, 2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our first ever Type-In at Indy Type Shop last month! It was wonderful talking to everyone and seeing all the creativity flowing. We're excited to announce we have another Type-In planned — read on for details!