Blog posts from around the country

Lone Star Chapter
By Evgenia Spears
Lone Star Chapter
This year, Sierra Club – alongside partners - led the panel discussion focused on current policy needs to address pre-production plastic pollution in Texas.
Hoosier Chapter
After postponing once due to impending thunderstorms, the Winding Waters Spring hike in Selmier State Forest in North Vernon took place on April 3. Only 30 minutes from Columbus, Selmier State Forest was a first-time visit for all in the group. Wow…
Lone Star Chapter
Cyrus Reed breaks down what's going on at the Texas Capitol; from interim charges to key committee hearings.
Maryland Chapter
Annapolis, MD – Yesterday, Maryland lawmakers voted to approve the FY27 state budget.
Wisconsin Chapter
International Beaver Day is observed every April 7th to raise public awareness of the ecological contributions made by this keystone species. Beavers are one of the most powerful nature‑based solutions we have when it comes to climate change and…
Houston Group / Lone Star Chapter / Texas
By Brandt Mannchen - On March 28, 2026, I attended the “No Kings” rally, protest, and march at Houston City Hall, along with thousands of other concerned citizens.
Houston Group / Lone Star Chapter / Texas
In late February 2026, there was a wildfire, probably caused by a prescribed fire or the burning of trash on private land, that burned into Upland Island Wilderness Area.
WNC Group / North Carolina Chapter / North Carolina
Join us Thursday, April 30 for a stunning hike up Flat Laurel Creek to the peak of Sam's Knob.
Kansas Chapter
Check out our April 2026 Edition of Sierra Club Kansas Chapter's Waypoints Newsletter!