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The Sierra Club is a national organization dedicated to Explore, Enjoy, and Protect the planet. Locally, our NE Group participates in outdoor adventures and environmental education, and we lobby our local and state government for pro-environmental legislation.
We invite you to Join the Sierra Club and help us Save the Planet!
You can join for as little as $15 a year!
As a special thank you, we'll send you a free gift as well as these exciting Members-only benefits:
- One-year subscription to Sierra magazine
- Worldwide Members-only outdoor trips
- Automatic membership in your local Chapter
- Discounts on Sierra Club calendars, books, and other merchandise
We will begin conducting outings again after July 4, 2021.
For much more info about us, see:
https://www.sierraclub.org/florida/northeast-florida
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Active/Former Military Members ONLY - Paddleboard with St. Johns Co. Parks&Rec8698 Palmo Fish Camp Rd, St. Augustine, FL
This is a Sierra Club Military Outdoors event - a joint Sierra Club Northeast Florida and YMCA outing - FOR ACTIVE AND FORMER MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES ONLY.
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Ready to swap your hiking boots for a paddleboard? Join us for a thrilling aquatic adventure!
Discover the excitement of paddleboarding with us – it's FREE, gear included! Challenge yourself and enjoy the serene beauty of gliding on water.
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation and the Sierra Club have partnered to provide military veterans with all abilities the opportunity to paddleboard our unique waterways in St. Johns County.We will explore Palmo Cove and the St. Johns River and watch the sunset.
Equipment is limited to a small group.Restrooms are available on-site.
Remember - You are on the water! Dress to get wet! Water shoes or some type of sandal may help.
Please register and sign the Sierra Club waiver online NOW.
The link is: https://tinyurl.com/v9uw9ewcThe trip will be approximately 2.5 hours; this includes a half hour for signing in, acquiring and fitting gear, and a mini paddling class. If you are bringing your own board or kayak please be sure to have a paddle and PFD (cannot be the type that self-inflate).
It is recommended that you bring:
- Headlmap
- Shoes you don’t mind getting dirty or wet (They must say on your feet for the entire duration of the trip.)
- Water
- Snack
- Rain Jacket
It is also recommended that personal items be secured in your vehicle or a dry bag, dry bags will not be provided. We are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or destroyed items.DIRECTIONS:
This trip will launch at 8698 Palmo Fish Camp Rd, St. Augustine, FLDon't miss out – come paddle with us and make unforgettable memories!
See you on the water!
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Our Sierra Club Northeast Florida partners with the YMCA to provide outdoor activities for current and former military members and their families. The goal of Military Outdoors is to improve the lives of veterans and their families through connections with the outdoors and inspire members of the military and veteran community to become outspoken champions for environmental conservation and justice. - Hike the Losco Regional ParkLosco Regional Park, Jacksonville, FL
Let's try again! Come hike the Red, White, and Blue trails of the Losco Regional Park. This will be a 3.1-mile loop trail that meanders through the lush greenery of this peaceful 210-acre park. There is lots of shade and soft pine needles to walk on. There are roots and other tripping hazards, so be prepared. There is ample, no fees parking spots. Upon entering the park, go past the first parking lot, over several speed bumps, and park in the second parking lot. You will pass a large, green dumpster on the left. That is where the trailhead is. The bathroom located at the second parking lot.
Meet at 8:45 at the trail head which is located near the multi-use playing field.
Cancellation Policy: Event will be held rain or shine but may be cancelled if weather threatens safety such as in the case of lightning or high winds in the forecast. Also, if the heat index is forecast to be over 103, then the outing will be cancelled. Participants are advised to check Meetup for current status before traveling to the event. Events may need to be cancelled at short notice.
Note: You are required to sign our participation agreement to participate in our outings. To save time the day of the hike, we encourage you to sign the agreement online ahead of time at:
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000ruivtIAA
A paper copy will also be available at the outing.* Help the environment by following these tips:
- • Bring your water in a reusable container instead of a single-use plastic bottle.
- • Use sunscreen free oxybenzone and oxtinoxate. These chemicals are extremely harmful to coral reefs, as well as being hormone disruptors in humans.
Sierra Club maintains a safe space agreement between participants, leaders, volunteers, and staff. They want to support everyone and exploring, enjoying, and protecting our natural environment, and hateful and dangerous behavior will not be tolerated. We don't want to deny participation in these outdoor programs, and we will always say no to racism, sexism, ageism, homophobia, impairment, and disruption. We request that all participants cooperate with the outings leader’s direction to ensure a safe and enjoyable outing for everyone.
- Kayak Thomas CreekThomas Creek Preserve, Jacksonville, FL
SIGN PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BELOW.
Come kayak Thomas Creek! We will be starting at the Thomas Creek Fish Camp and kayaking 5.5 miles round trip (turn-around at Thomas Creek Landing). There are no boat rentals so you will have to have your own kayak. You must have some kayaking experience to attend this trip. The water is dark and there are many obstacles under the water you may hit, depending on the level of the water. There is overgrowth of various water foliage, such as Alligator Weed and Floating Pennywort that you will have to kayak over. There may also be a small portage or two. This creek is nice, smooth, and quiet so it will mostly be a nice, leisurely paddle.The boat ramp is located at 17198 Ethel Road in Jacksonville. You can stop your car by the ramp and unpack before parking. There is ample, free parking and a bathroom located in the parking lot.
Be at the boat ramp by 8:30. Launch time is at 9:00.
Bring sunscreen, hat, bug spray, water, snack, whistle, and Personal Flotation Device (PFD). No one will be allowed on the water without PFD and whistle. No pets allowed on this adventure.
Note: You are required to sign our participation agreement to participate in our outings. To save time the day of the hike, we encourage you to sign the agreement online ahead of time at: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000pMrrVIAS
A paper copy will also be available at the outing.Cancellation Policy: Event will be held rain or shine but may be cancelled if weather threatens safety such as in the case of lightning or high winds in the forecast. Also, if the heat index is forecast to be over 103, then the outing will be cancelled. Participants are advised to check Meetup for current status before traveling to the event. Events may need to be cancelled at short notice.
* Help the environment by following these tips:
Bring your water in a reusable container instead of a single-use plastic bottle.
Use sunscreen free oxybenzone and oxtinoxate. These chemicals are extremely harmful to coral reefs, as well as being hormone disruptors in humans.Sierra Club maintains a safe space agreement between participants, leaders, volunteers, and staff. They want to support everyone and exploring, enjoying, and protecting our natural environment, and hateful and dangerous behavior will not be tolerated. We don't want to deny participation in these outdoor programs, and we will always say no to racism, sexism, ageism, homophobia, impairment, and disruption. We request that all participants cooperate with the outings leaders direction to ensure a safe and enjoyable outing for everyone.
- New Member Information Meeting - May 2025Link visible for attendees
Join the Sierra Club of Northeast Florida (SCNEF) in a virtual gathering to welcome New Members! Experienced SCNEF members will present and discuss information about our local Group, to inform new members about opportunities for participating in our activities.
Click to register: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000s6mUHIAY
