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Sierra Club Outings have always been an integral part of the Club's activities. With roots in the wilderness of North America, the outings activities of the club have grown over the years into effective means of furthering the enjoyment and protection of our natural world. Countless number of participants have been introduced to the joys of our natural world, and the need to preserve and protect it.
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Sign up for an outing today!
Chapter outings are local outings that introduce members to the wild places in their own backyard. Take a day hike, backpack, or canoe trip -- sign up today!
(Photo courtesy of Marie Cecchini)
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Chapter-sponsored trips are organized and led each month. There are day trips, backpacking trips, kayaking trips, service trips, camping trips, canoe trips... the list goes on. These are made possible through our outings leaders' efforts and through Club programs like Inner City Outings (ICO) and One Club. So when you have a few days to spare, come join us!
- To sign up for a Chapter outing, go to the current list of outings. Georgia Chapter outings are open to the public.
- If you have any questions, please see our FAQ, the trip ratings page, or contact an outing leader.
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| Our Goals |
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We encourage you to join us, meet like-minded people, see the beauty of the natural world. Above all, help us preserve and protect the wild places of the earth.
In a nutshell, here are our goals:
- To enable the participants to enjoy the natural environment and be motivated to preserve it.
- To educate participants on how to minimizing their impact on the natural environment
- To recruit and educate new members and leaders of the Club
- To encourage Club leaders to share knowledge of the Club's conservation policy
After you have been on an outing, we hope you will recognize the fragility of the natural environment and make a personal commitment to help preserve and protect it.
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| Mailing list |
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Our outings program is one of our most popular activities. The purpose of this list is to keep subscribers abreast of upcoming outings (such as hikes, backpacks, camping trips, etc.). Click here to subscribe. For more information about Chapter-sponsored lists, go to mailing lists.
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| Join the Sierra Club! |
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Join Sierra Club for $25 and receive a FREE expedition backpack.
If you join right now, you'll receive a FREE Sierra Club expedition pack. This lightweight, sturdy backpack is not just for trailblazing! Its rugged good looks are at home on the city streets or trekking up a mountain path. Note: The number of expedition packs reserved for this special offer is limited, so be sure to join today! Details at Membership...
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| Visit the Chapter Store |
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Sierra Club posters, calendars, gift certificates, and books make great gifts!
 Get 'em a Sierra Club Outings gift certificate!
Let Sierra Club Outings help you with a quick, easy, fun, and unique present for anyone on your list—whether it's Grandma Sue's birthday, son Billy's graduation, your best friend Amy's wedding, or a present for the dad who has everything. Buy them gift certificates good toward any of our outdoor adventures, and make it a year they'll really remember. Details...
Shop our Chapter Store for your holiday gifts! A portion of the proceeds of all sales directly supports the Sierra Club's programs and activities. |
| Buy a Sierra Club Poster today!
More selections at the Chapter Store. |
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ICO Fundraiser at Horizon Theater - May 27
Apr 23, 2008 --  It is time again for Atlanta Inner City Outings annual Horizon Theater Fundraiser! The play is a sparkling comedy-drama called "The Clean House." Get your tickets today and support a good cause.
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The Beetle Battle Paddle - Mar 29
Mar 26, 2008 --  Appalachian Outfitters and the Lumpkin Coalition are hosting The Beetle Battle Paddle on March 29. Join in - it's a fun way to help save the Hemlock trees!
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{GA SIERRAN} Saving Our Hemlocks
Mar 11, 2008 -- By now, most Sierrans are aware of the threat to our native Hemlocks by the Asian insect, the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. Note that hikers can inadvertently be major factors in spreading the Adelgids.
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{GA SIERRAN} Mountaintown - Wild Place Needs Protection
Mar 11, 2008 -- Take action: call or write Rep. Nathan Deal and tell him you support HR4092, the "Mountaintown Scenic Area Act of 2007."
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Wildlands and Wildlife Committee - volunteers needed!
Feb 22, 2008 -- Our Wildlands and Wildlife Committee needs more volunteers to help protect Georgia's beautiful forests. This committee (1) reviews U.S. Forest Service scoping notices, (2) submits comment letters to changes proposed for federal or state protections, (3) organizes several National Forest Service projects for trail clean-ups in North Georgia, (4) works to support the Mountain Wilderness bill in Congress for expansion of Georgia's wilderness designations, and (5) helps protect the Roadless Rule. If you care about endangered species, the North Georgia mountains, hiking, or forests, this committee is for you.
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