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Sierra Club - West Virginia

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Harpers Ferry, WV, US

1,750 members · Public group

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We hold educational meetings, activist groups, hikes and other outings in and around West Virginia. We welcome anyone who wants to explore, enjoy and protect the environment of our region, our State and our World.

Upcoming events

10

Sun, Sep 21 · 9:00 AM EDT
Bird Nerds Hike
Snake Hill Wildlife Management Area, 39°36'57.6"N 79°49'54.3"W, Morgantown, WV, US
***Please sign the waiver for this hike in advance***: [www.sierraclub.org/west-virginia/events](http://www.sierraclub.org/west-virginia/events) **Sunday, September 21** **Guided Bird Watching Hike: Bird Nerds Outing, Snake Wildlife Management Area (WMA)** **Distance/Difficulty: 3.5-mile/MODERATE** **Duration: Approximately 2 hours** **Description: On this 3.5-mile loop, Kyle Aldinger, PhD in Forest Resources, will lead us on a birdwalk and share his special interests in conservation of birds, insects, and native plants. September is a beautiful time of year to witness songbirds during their fall migration. Dr. Aldinger will cover identification, migration, habitat, and conservation of various bird species. Snake Hill WMA is a serene escape to nature, managed by the WV Division of Natural Resources for the primary purpose of habitat restoration and management and for hunting access. The terrain is a mix of rolling hills and rocky cliffs near the Cheat River Gorge, and we will enjoy the view from two overlooks above the river.** **Bring: Sunscreen, water, a snack, insect repellant, footwear for rugged terrain. There are no bathrooms.** **Meet: 9 a.m. Snake Hill WMA, large parking lot, off Snake Hill Road** **Leader: Adrienne Epley Brown, adrienne_epley@yahoo.com, 702-465-9119.** **Nearest town: Morgantown, WV** **Cancellation: We will cancel if thunderstorms appear likely.**
6 attendees
Sun, Sep 28 · 10:00 AM EDT
Day Hike: Ziler Loop Trail - Cacapon State Park
130 Batt Picnic Ln, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 , 130 Batt Picnic Ln, Berkeley Springs, WV, US
Day Hike: Ziler Loop Trail - Cacapon State Park Distance/Difficulty: Approx. 5.0 miles/MODERATE to DIFFICULT Duration: 3.5 hours Description: 5-mile loop hike with 1269 elevation gain with stunning views and rocky terrain. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. Bring: Water and snack. Wear shoes appropriate for walking on uneven ground and varying terrain. Walking sticks and poles may be helpful. Meet: 10 am - Batt Picnic Shelter in Cacapon State Park **Latitude:** 39.492335 **Longitude:** -78.318543 Sign up waiver link: [https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000zOOEDIA4](https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000zOOEDIA4&_gl=1*i2t04e*_gcl_au*OTkwNDExMDEzLjE3NTEwNTk1MzAuMzY1MTM5NDQ0LjE3NTIyNTc4MzAuMTc1MjI1OTc4MQ..*_ga*MTQ1NzYyMTM0OC4xNjQ1MzEzMzY0*_ga_41DQ5KQCWV*czE3NTIyNTc4MjckbzU3JGcxJHQxNzUyMjU5ODIzJGo0NiRsMCRoMA..) Cancellation: We will carry on in light rain but cancel in heavy precipitation. Nearest town: Berkley Springs, WV
17 attendees
Sat, Oct 11 · 10:00 AM EDT
Bike Ride: Western Maryland Rail Trail, Hancock, MD
C & O Canal Boat Ramp Parking Area, Berm Road & Pennsylvania Avenue, Hancock, MD, US
This Outing is open to all that are capable of completing a 22-mile, moderate bike ride on a paved rail-trail. We will bike the Western Maryland Rail Trail from Hancock, MD west to the Pearre parking lot and access point and stop for a snack or lunch break before returning to our starting point. The entire trip will be on the recently repaved trail. The ride is nearly level, with 200 ft. elevation gain over the 22 miles. We will meet at the C&O Canal boat ramp and parking lot, Hancock, MD. This bike ride is free but donations are welcome. Please register and e-sign the required waiver form at [www.sierraclub.org/west-virginia/events](http://www.sierraclub.org/west-virginia/events). Click the event on the calendar date to be taken to the registration page.
4 attendees
Sat, Oct 25 · 10:00 AM EDT
Day Hike: Stauffer's Marsh Nature Preserve, Berkeley County, WV
Stauffer's Marsh Wetland Preserve, 4069 Back Creek Valley Road, Hedgesville, WV, US
Please register and e-sign the required liability waiver form at www.sierraclub/west-virginia/events. Click the event on the calendar date to be taken to the registration form. 2-mile, easy hike at wetland preserve. Stauffer’s Marsh is a wetland preserve owned and managed by Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Prior owners restored the agricultural property to wetland ponds and marshes as part of the USDA Wetland Reserve Program. Along our short walk on the preserve trails, we’ll likely spot herons and ducks, and perhaps some more unusual wildlife. This hike is appropriate for anyone, including children accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Dogs are not permitted in the preserve. There is no charge for this hike, but donations are welcome. Bring water and a snack if desired. Binoculars may help bring wildlife into focus. We will cancel in case of heavy rain.
10 attendees

Past events

157

Organizers

Chris Craig and 8 others

Members

1,750

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