Sierra Club Hudson Mohawk Group

03/28/2026

Albany, NY, hosted two No Kings Day rallies: one at the Capitol and one on Central Avenue. Thousands attended. I think this says something about how fed up people are with our government. Let's hope we can make a difference. Photos by Virginia Boyle Traver and Roger Gray.

03/10/2026

The next big national No Kings Day rally will be on March 28. There are two in the Albany area, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Pick a location and time that works for you on Saturday, March 28.
https://www.mobilize.us

11/14/2025

Hello friends,
Many people have asked for a Sierra Club response to the New York Times article of November 7, 2025, entitled "The Sierra Club Embraced Social Justice. Then Tore Itself Apart." We apologize for not having access to share this article with you, if you have not already read it.

Here is the link to what Loren Blackford, our Sierra Club Executive Director, has to say:

I know many of you are reeling right now, inundated with questions from friends and supporters who read the New York Times article. Some find the article to be a vindication, a wake-up call, or a learning opportunity. I strongly believe in the importance of learning from what has worked and what has...

04/18/2025

Dear All:
This is the 6th year in a row we have come together and taken a few days to reflect on what a beautiful country we have. The mountains, our oceans, our forests, from the tropics to the artic, the U.S. really does have it all.
Our annual fundraiser bike ride from Albany to NYC during earth week starts Wednesday 4-23. Our goal is to raise awareness and much needed funds for our environment. For 4 days we get to ride 200 miles while we enjoy the beautiful Empire State Bike Trail. All funds raised will support the Sierra Club, a 4 star charity navigator rated non-profit. Your support is welcome and very much appreciated. We all have a stake in keeping our country’s forests and oceans clean and safe. What we don’t protect can easily be lost. We can do this. And you all can participate as well.
If donating money is not right for you at this time, you can still contribute greatly by making sustainability a priority in your own lives. And if none of this works for you, then please spread the word and tell others about our trip. We all have a part to play, and we can all make a difference.
Fingers crossed for good weather! Let’s all join in and do something good for our planet this year.
Jim Foertsch & Rich Clarke
www.LuvYourEarth.com

10/27/2024

Roger Gray reports that HMG volunteers had another beautiful autumn day picking up trash by the Cascade Lakes. They also admired the historic hand-laid boulder retaining walls along the route.

05/10/2024

Our Assistant Outings Leader, Steve Jones, sent in these photos of local hikes offered by ECOS (Environmental Clearinghouse of Schenectady) together will our Hudson-Mohawk Group. The outings below still remain -- take advantage of these fun and educational hikes!

MAY 14, (Tuesday) 10 a.m. Vale Park and Ceme-
tery. Especially mushrooms Co-leaders: Betsy Henry
and Steve Jones.
MAY 21, (Tuesday) 10 a.m. Hudson Crossing. Lead-
er: Chuck Kieweg.
MAY 28, (Tuesday) 10 a.m. Woodlaw Preserve. Co
-leaders: Nancy Papish and Steve Jones.
JUNE 4, (Tuesday) 10 a.m. Lawson Lake. Leader: Susan Toohey

04/15/2024

The Hudson-Mohawk Group hosted its first hybrid Executive Committee meeting for the Sierra Club Atlantic Chapter (statewide) since 2019. Twenty-two delegates, alternate delegates and interested members joined the meeting, with 11 in-person and 11 virtual. It was very successful and we look forward to more.

04/04/2024

Earth Day is Monday, April 22!
For more than 130 years, the Sierra Club has been a powerful force, advocating for our planet, our communities, and our future. As we dive into Earth Month, let us harness the spirit of community and action that defines us. Our mission is not just a statement; it is a call to mobilize, a commitment to safeguard our shared home.
Throughout April, we are amplifying the many ways our volunteers, grassroots activists, and each of us here at Sierra Club help our communities explore, enjoy, and protect the planet. We will be bringing to life the tangible impact of our work, showcasing how every small step contributes to a brighter, greener future for all. And it is going to be a team effort.
We are in the business of getting America outdoors. Together, we are empowering millions to connect with nature and working to close the nature equity gap. During Earth Month, we will be spotlighting the work of our Outdoors for All campaign – including the Transit to Trails initiative – and our Chapter Outings (Local Outings and Inspiring Connections Outdoors).
We are also encouraging volunteers, staff, and supporters in every region of the country to help us unify and amplify our voice and speak as one Sierra Club. Our teams have collaborated to create a robust toolkit we all can use to align our work and messaging this month. The toolkit lays out a blueprint of our themes for the month and provides key resources for anyone interested in uplifting the Sierra Club’s Earth Month efforts.
Below is the link to the toolkit and the link to finding an Earth Day event near you.
https://docs.google.com/.../1z.../edit
https://www.sierraclub.org/earth-day

This Earth Month: Find an Event This Earth Month: Find an Event Find a Local or Virtual Event! This Earth Month, there's something for everyone! Whether it's a local hike, a Chapter meeting, an electric vehicle showcase, a river clean-up, a rally, or an online meetup—it's easy to get involved! Che...

03/18/2024

A shout-out to Tina Lieberman, a Sierra Club HMG outreach member, who sent this in:

Discount Composter Sale: Zero Waste Capital District is teaming up again with the Bethlehem Recycling Facility to offer composting equipment at a truckload discount. Order online and pick up at either Elm Ave Town Park or the William K. Sanford Library in Colonie. Here's the link to order:https://capitaldistrict.compostersale.com/.

If you'd like to volunteer to help us unpack and distribute the composters at either location, please contact [email protected].

03/15/2024

Adirondack Park Lobby Day on February 26, 2024 was a big success! Sierra Club was one of 17 environmental organizations who filled the halls of the Capitol and the Legislative Office Building on February 26, 2024!

03/15/2024

NEW YORK -- Today, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) awarded the fourth round of offshore wind power purchase agreements to Empire Wind 1 (Equinor) and Sunrise Wind (Orsted and Eversource). The development of Empire Wind 1 will provide 810 megawatts of energy and...