Blog posts from around the country

Ohio
The Big Darby Accord—Central Ohio’s landmark agreement to safeguard one of the Midwest’s most biologically rich watersheds—has been reopened this year under growing development pressure. The new Accord has now been released, marking a pivotal moment…
WNC Group / North Carolina Chapter / North Carolina
Join us April 15 as we raise the alarm about the Trump administration's plan to rescind a key rule that protects national forests across 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.