
What we’re about
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 (4+)
See all- Leisure Bike Ride: C+O Canal – Taylors Landing to Opequon Junction Hiker-Biker CTaylors Landing, sharpsburg, MD
Leisure Bike Ride: C+O Canal – Taylors Landing to Opequon Junction Hiker-Biker Campsite
Distance/Difficulty: Approx. 19.8 miles/EASY
Duration: 3.0 hours
Description: This is a leisure bike ride viewing nature and learning about history spots along the canal. We will be keeping a simple and easy pace. There will be many spots with history and pretty views of the river.
Bring: Helmet (MANDATORY), bike, spare tube, water and snack. Dress in layers and shoes appropriate for weather conditions.
Meet: 10 am at Taylor’s Boat along the C+O canal - Latitude: 39.499975 Longitude: -77.768006
Sirn up waiver link: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000zNj33IAC
Cancellation: We will carry on in light rain but cancel in heavy precipitation
Nearest town: Sharpsburg, MD - Leisure Bike Ride: C+O Canal - Cushwa Basin to Opequon Junction Hiker-Biker CamC&O Canal Williamsport, Md , Williamsport , MD
Leisure Bike Ride: C+O Canal - Cushwa Basin to Opequon Junction Hiker-Biker Campsite
Distance/Difficulty: Approx. 17.6 miles/EASY
Duration: 3.0 hours
Description: This is an leisure bike ride viewing nature and learning about history spots along the canal. We will be keeping a simple and easy pace. There will be many spots with history and pretty views of the river. For those interested after the bike ride, we can take an educational boat ride at the Cushwa Basin with the C+O Canal Park. Boat rides are free.
Bring: Helmet (MANDATORY), bike, spare tube, water and snack. Dress in layers and shoes appropriate for weather conditions.
Meet: 10 am - Williamsport C+O Canal parking lot at Cushwa Basin Latitude: 39.600571 Longitude: -77.826389
Sign up waiver link: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000zOErZIAW
Cancellation: We will carry on in light rain but cancel in heavy precipitation
Nearest town: Williamsport, MD - Day Hike: Schoolhouse Ridge South, Harpers Ferry National Historical ParkSchoolhouse Ridge South, Harpers Ferry, WV
Please register and e-sign the required waiver form at www.sierraclub.org/west-virginia/events. Click the event on the calendar date to be taken to the registration page.
4-mile, easy hike on rolling terrain. Lying right outside the historic town of Harpers Ferry, Schoolhouse Ridge is the site of old farms, Stonewall Jackson’s confederate line in 1862, and rock quarries and woodland near the Shenandoah River. Most of our walk will be through open meadow on mowed trails over rolling terrain. There will be a bit of history to share and some interesting views of nearby sites. There have sometimes been closures of the parking lot and parts of the trail, so register in advance to keep in touch about last-minute changes. There is no charge for the hike, but donations are welcome.
Bring plenty of water, a snack, and protection from bugs and sun.
We will carry on in light rain, but cancel in case of a storm. - Day Hike: Tuscarora Trail - North Mountain, VA/WVShiloh Church parking lot, Yellow Spring, WV
Please register and e-sign the required waiver form at www.sierraclub.org/west-virginia/events. Click the event on the calendar date to be taken to the registration page.
12-mile, difficult hike with moderate pace. Our exploration of the Tuscarora Trail in West Virginia and northern Virginia continues on this walk atop North Mountain between the villages of Gore and Lehew. There will be some good views, including the one from the Pinnacles rock cropping. We may also see a small waterfall. This woodland hike involves 1900 feet of climbing—mostly gradual—and one low water crossing. Because it involves a carpool, reservations are required, and you must be willing to drive or ride with others. There is no charge for the hike, but donations are welcome.
Bring plenty of water, lunch and some snacks, and protection from bugs and sun. Hiking poles or a staff are strongly recommended.
We will carry on in light rain but cancel in storms.