News

• Thursday, January 3, 2019, 7 PM, “3 Observatories  in WNC: Burnsville, UNCA, and Madison County.” 15 Dec 2018
  Sierra Club  presents on Thursday, January 3, 2019, 7 PM, “3 Observatories  in WNC: Burnsville, UNCA, and Madison County.” Come hear about the new Bare Dark Sky Observatory in the Mayland Earth to Sky Park located outside of Burnsville, NC. … Continue reading →
• Atlantic Coast Pipeline permit rejected by Federal Appeals Court 15 Dec 2018
  Court tosses permit for pipeline to cross Appalachian Trail (AP) – “A permit for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline to cross two national forests, including parts of the Appalachian Trail, was thrown out Thursday by a federal appeals court that harshly … Continue reading →
• WNC Sierra Club Honors Local Individuals, Institutions, Businesses 26 Nov 2018
  Asheville, NC – November 11, 2018: The WNC Sierra Club will present its annual Environmental Recognition Awards on December 6 at its Potluck Holiday Party. The awards are made in recognition of local individuals, institutions and businesses whose actions reflect … Continue reading →
• Paul Simon donates $25,000 to Muddy Sneakers 20 Nov 2018
  Mountain Express: “Muddy Sneakers is incredibly grateful to be the North Carolina recipient of a recent contribution from legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon. As part of his Homeward Bound farewell tour, Simon awarded a gift of $25,000 to Muddy Sneakers to … Continue reading →