NC Sierra Club news

Two of our 2026 summer fellows from "opposing" HBCUs tell how their experiences turned what could have been a rivalry into a genuine friendship.

What's a great way to introduce students to the Sierra Club's mission? Take them to the great outdoors for an intensive long weekend of education, fun and fellowship!

The USDA's plan ignores the will of tens of thousands who supported creation of the Roadless Rule and oppose its removal.

Legislation that threatens voters' ballot access and personal data cleared the House this week, but most likely won't be in effect this November.

The Sierra Club and its North Carolina Chapter condemn a recent ICE operation at Wilson Creek Recreation Area in Pisgah National Forest that resulted in 13 arrests.

TAKE ACTION: Contact your state House member now to ask for a NO vote on an elections bill that threatens our democratic process!

Clean water is essential to people across North Carolina and the nation. But our state and federal leaders are failing to create strong regulations to keep dangerous chemicals out of our drinking water. Your voice is needed!

Sierra Club Outings are understandably one of our most popular programs, but to "explore and enjoy," we first must "protect" our natural areas. One of the Chapter's recently certified Outings leaders, military veteran Lindsey Hildebrand, explains.

From an environmental perspective, the long-awaited state budget isn't all bad. But it could be a lot better.

At last, a spending plan (and the parking lot bill!) head to Stein as the legislature takes a summer break.