What we’re about
The Sierra Club is America's oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization. This mission of the Sierra Club is to explore, enjoy, and protect the planet. The Headwaters Group of the Sierra Club serves members of Durham, Vance, Person, and Granville Counties. You do not need to live in one of these counties to join our Meetup, and unless specifically noted, you do not need to be a Sierra Club member to attend attend one of our Meetups, events, and/or outings. We welcome anyone and everyone and would love to see you at one of our events!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Umstead Park HikeLake Crabtree County Park (Old Reedy Creek Rd Trailhead), Cary, NC
All are invited to join the North Carolina Sierra Club for an Outing at William B. Umstead State Park! Please bring a reusable water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and dress appropriate for the weather.
One of the most pressing issues facing North Carolina today is energy. With growing energy demand, energy utilities are looking to fossil fuels and non-renewables for answers. On this outing, join us to wonder and discuss how the answer to energy problems might be hidden with the trees!
Registrations is at https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000wGbiDIAS
- Catawba Trail Farm -- Educational EventCatawba Trail Farm, Durham, NC
Drop by Catawba Trail Farm for an engaging and hands-on experience learning how urban farms serve as vital solutions to climate change challenges, such as food insecurity, water scarcity, and biodiversity loss. Participants will hear about the farm’s mission and sustainable practices before rolling up their sleeves to assist with farm tasks from 8AM to 12PM. This event is a chance to deepen your understanding of climate-resilient food systems, support local food justice initiatives, and connect with others! Bathroom access and shaded, cool areas for resting are available on-site. The organization will also provide water coolers and snacks to keep participants refreshed throughout the event. Please wear appropriate attire for outdoor farm work, including closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting dirty!
More information, directions and registration are here.
Level: Moderate
Note: If you can't get to this event, the farm has ongoing Saturday volunteer opportunities: https://www.ucan.today/volunteer
- Beavers! (Not sponsored)Durham County Library - Main Library, Durham, NC
Who? What? Where? When? Why?
What European government saved one million dollars when beavers engineered a dam overnight? Why are beavers so territorial? When were beavers parachuted out of planes in Idaho? What is the function of a beaver’s tail? Where can you find beavers in North Carolina? Who threatens beavers?
The worlds second largest rodent...
Incomparable engineers creating natural dams more effective than human made dams...
Hunted nearly to extinction for their pelts which were used as a form of currency in early North American development...
Responsible for "beaver fever” a zoonotic parasitic infection spread in water...
The national animal of Canada...
The source of castoreum used for centuries for medicinal purposes, perfumes, and food flavoring...Registration is appreciated in order to receive notifications about this event. Seating is first come first served. Registration does not hold or guarantee a seat.
Join Falyn Owens, Wildlife Extension Biologist with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, to learn more about these rodent engineers!
Falyn Owens is the Wildlife Extension Biologist with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. She works with organizations, businesses, and communities to find ways for people and wildlife to coexist in our shared world. Her main goal is helping people understand the wild species that live all around us - from birds and beavers to coyotes and bears – and use that knowledge to prevent problems or address them responsibly if they do occur. You might have seen her on the local news talking about snakes, deer, or other common species. She’s chair of the state’s Beaver Damage Control Advisory Board and administers the NC Beaver Management Assistance Program. Falyn also trains wildlife control professionals and rehabilitators on handling wildlife encounters safely, humanely, and legally. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, foraging for mushrooms, and learning about all the smaller critters and plants that people tend not to notice.This is an event of the Durham Public Library and is not sponsored by the Sierra Club.
