What we’re about
The Sierra Club Loxahatchee Group serves Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee Counties in Florida. The Sierra Club is the oldest and largest grassroots environmental organization in the U.S. with the motto, Explore, Enjoy, Protect. The Loxahatchee Group offers a variety of local events including outings (hikes, paddles, camping, etc), exciting environmental speakers, and social events throughout the year.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Bittersweet Muck DocumentaryMandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, FL
To reserve your spot at this event you must register here: https://bit.ly/3EiCqvJ There is limited space.
May 31, 2-4:30 pm, Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA
Uncover the hidden impact of sugarcane burning in Florida. Learn about the controversial practice of sugarcane burning and its impact on air quality, health, and the environment. Discover the untold stories of the resilient people living in Belle Glade, the unique "muck" soil that powers an industry, and the fight for cleaner, greener alternatives.
Join us for a special screening of the Emmy nominated NBC 6 South Florida produced documentary "Bittersweet Muck" at the Mandel Public Library Auditorium followed by a Q & A panel discussion with experts.
The Panel will feature Emmy Winning Investigative Journalist Sasha Jones; Former Mayor of the City of Pahokee and member of the Stop The Burn - Go Green Campaign leadership team Colin Walkes; Dr. Howard Kessler, President of the Physicians for Social Responsibility Florida Chapter, and Patrick Ferguson, Sierra Club Florida Chapter Senior Organizing Representative on the Stop The Burn-Go Green Campaign.
For more information about the Stop the Burn campaign go to https://stopsugarburning.org/stop-the-burn/
