The Magazine of The Sierra Club
April Astronomical Highlights: A Planet or Two, and Lots of Stars
It’s a good month, and epoch, for stargazing
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astronomy
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Goats Are People Too
Kevin Horan’s portrait subjects are funny and sweet, and have horizontal pupils
What Is the Environmental Impact of Motorized Recreation?
Hint: Our measly 25 mpg average is part of the problem
ICYMI: Heli-Poppying, Hovercraft Moose Hunting, Toad Plague & More
A weekly roundup for busy people
Climate Adaptation in Coffee Country
A social scientist considers the roots of Colombian farmers’ woes
Fracking in Arizona Could Lead to the Next Helium Boom
Trump’s “energy dominance” policy threatens Petrified Forest National Park
Recapturing the Night
On learning to reconnect with the stars through a telescope and a camera
This Women's History Month, Take It Outside
Get out and honor trailblazing women at these 10 history-rich destinations
The People of Color Who Keep Outdoorsy Towns Running
They are often the backbone of the outdoor recreation industry
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adventure
Is the EPA Helping to Poison Bees?
A controversial rule pits pollinator advocates against farmers
ICYMI: Newly Edible Fish, Big MF Snake, Hero Teen & More
A weekly roundup for busy people
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climate change
6 Exciting Birdwatching Webcams
Vicariously join in on the springtime migration from your couch
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birds
“Not a War Zone”: Veterans Visit the Texas Borderlands
A trip along the Rio Grande reveals President Trump’s one-sided war
How to Prioritize Inclusivity at a Nature Center?
Once-unrepresented groups are shaping one Southwestern wildlife refuge
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environmental justice
Is It Better to Convert a Gasoline Car to Electric or Replace It?
Mr. Green pops the hood for the answer
Americans Are Buying More SUVs—and Using Them to Kill Pedestrians
Pedestrian deaths up 35 percent over 10 years, but drivers aren’t being prosecuted
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vehicle standards
Can 100 Percent Renewable Energy Cope With a Polar Vortex?
Spoiler: Yes, if we're prepared.
ICYMI: Frankenfish, Rising Seas, a New Orca & More
A weekly roundup for busy people
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climate change
Stop Flushing Forests Down the Toilet
The softer your TP, the more we're all doomed
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forests
The Rivers in Our Skies
Everything you need to know about atmospheric rivers
