What we’re about
The Sierra Club is America's oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization. The mission of the Sierra Club is to Explore, Enjoy, and Protect the Planet. The Cape Fear Group of the Sierra Club serves members of Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Duplin, New Hanover, Pender and Robeson 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 one of our Meetups, events, and/or outings. We welcome anyone and everyone and would love to see you at one of our events!
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Upcoming events (4)
See all- Hike at Carolina Beach State ParkCarolina Beach State Park, Carolina Beach, NC
PLEASE REGISTER ON SIERRA CLUB'S CAMPFIRE. FOLLOW LINK BELOW
Walk with escort Ms. Eliza Dolin, around the State Park, and learn about the history and natural vegetation of the area. This will be a 60-75 minute moderate walk to Sugar Loaf Dune, with few stops and a side trip to the Marsh Overlook. Each attendee must sign up on their own.
The trail to Sugarloaf Dune parallels the course of the lower Cape Fear River as it winds its way toward the sea, just south of Snow’s Cut where it connects the river and Masonboro Sound, part of the Intracoastal Waterway. Hikers pass several types of habitat along the way, including a beach, a marsh, and pocosins. Standing at 50 feet, the dune itself offers a unique perspective on the river and far shore, glimpsed through elegantly curved trees and shrubs. In recorded history it has served as a navigation landmark, soldiers’ encampment, and steamboat landing, but the Cape Fear Indians and their predecessors made the area their home for centuries before Europeans established a settlement in the early 18th century.
Walk conditions include: Somewhat steep assent to the top of Sugarloaf Dune with no railings. There are exposed roots, loose sand, and possibly black flies, ticks and gnats. The trails could be flooded after a heavy rain.Please Register by clicking on the link below.
https://act.sierraclu... (https://act.sierraclu... (https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000oAVIvIAO&_gl=1 - Walking Tour of Green Swamp PreserveGreen Swamp Preserve, Brunswick County, NC
How to get here: Navigation to the parking area is not correct on the map. The actual distance from the Hardees on the corner of 17 and 211, to the parking area of Green Swamp, is 5.8 miles. We will display the Sierra Club banner at the entrance to the parking lot. The map shows a distance of 1.5 miles; there is a sign but not a parking lot at that location. The group will meet in the parking lot of the preserve at 9:45 am on June 7th, 2025. The address is 673 Green Swamp Rd NW, Supply, NC 28462. Check out their website.
PLEASE REGISTER ON SIERRA CUB CAMPFIRE SITE BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW.
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000pwRicIAEThis is the time of the year that the Venus Flytraps and Pitcher plants are blooming, so be sure to sign up early as space is limited. Things do happen, so if you can't attend, please cancel your space 48 hours in advance so others may attend. Each person should register seperately.
Plan to bring hydration, sunscreen, hats and mosquito repellant and dress for the weather. This is a short walk of about 1 - 1.5 miles at an easy pace stopping often for discussion. No restrooms are available.
This outing is led by Dr. John Taggart, a Botanist and professor at UNCW. He will discuss the habitat and wildlife of the area as we walk through the nature preserve. This area is suitable for able adults, and older children that can stay on the dirt paths, and able to negotiate uneven terrain. As per park regulations, no dogs are allowed in this sensitive area.The Green Swamp Preserve is managed by The Nature Conservancy., and contains some of the country’s finest examples of longleaf pine savannas. The open savannas have a diverse herb layer with many orchids and insectivorous plants. Almost 13,000 acres of the preserve, however, are comprised of a dense evergreen shrub bog (pocosin) dominated by gallberry, titi and sweet-bay.
Level: Easy(Uneven terrain on path)
Cost: no charge
Signup Instructions: Please cancel your space if not attending.
Bring: water, bug repellant, sunscreen, hiking shoes
Carpool: recommended; limited parking
Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.
Cancellation Policy: Steady rain cancels
More info - Summer Solstice Celebration3704 Watercraft Ferry Ave, Wilmington, NC
PLEASE REGISTER ON SIERRA CLUB'S CAMPFIRE SITE BY CLICKING ON THE LINK BELOW.
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000nZcw3IACCome join the members and friends of the Cape Fear Sierra Club for a little fellowship in the glow of the moon along with a hopefully beautiful sunset on the longest day of the year. Open to the entire family. We will be meeting around the fire pit at Ember Park in the Riverlights development in Wilmington. The park is adjacent to the restaurant, Smoke on the Water. Bring chairs, bug spray, drink, snacks and something to share, if you choose and we will sit around the fire pit and socialize as the sun sets over the Cape Fear River. There are a few places to eat beforehand and do takeout right next to Ember Park. Checkout the website for a list. No agenda - "Just Fun!"
Rain cancels.
Level: Easy
Signup Instructions: On the Serra Club website or Meetup
Bring: Chair, bug spray, drink of choice, snacks and something to share.
Cancellation Policy: Any rain cancels
