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The Quinnehtukqut
June 2026
 A Note From Our Chapter ChairStraight from our chapter chair — catch up on what Sierra Club Connecticut has been up to this month and what is coming up next! The Connecticut legislative session came to an end with some positive achievements, and we hosted a successful bike ride protest with events along the way. |  Back in the Saddle: Year 16 of the Climate RideIf you’re a regular reader of the Quinnehtukqut, you may be familiar with Dennis’ yearly Climate Ride in support of Sierra Club! Get an update on his plan this time around, mindset, the motivation behind the ride, and how you can contribute towards his fundraising goal. |  Big Change Starts in our CommunitiesAcross Connecticut, towns and cities are already dealing with the costs of climate change, washed-out roads, flooded neighborhoods, damaged infrastructure, and rising emergency response costs. And too often, those costs fall directly on local taxpayers. That’s why municipal resolutions are such a powerful tool in the fight for a Connecticut Climate Superfund. |
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 Building a Clean and More affordable Connecticut Through Local Solar and StorageThe federal government is pushing fossil fuels and trying to shut down offshore wind. Northeastern Governors, including Governor Lamont, are allowing methane gas expansions to move forward. However, there are alternatives – explore the potential of distributed energy resources to meet the moment and move clean energy forward. |  Community Science… The Best Kind of ScienceCommunity science involves community members in a scientific endeavor that generates knowledge and understanding. Community members have the opportunity to contribute, collaborate, and even lead efforts that are meaningful for science. Learn more about the evolution of community science and how our chapter takes part in it! |  Momentum to Restrict Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Builds in ConnecticutProgress is being made in our state to transition towards cleaner, greener lawn care! New Canaan recently joined Norwalk, Westport, Greenwich, and Stamford in limiting these gas-powered leaf blowers. Ridgefield is also encouraging its residents to make the switch towards electric powered lawn care equipment. |
 Nuclear Weapons Deliver No Security, Only the Promise of AnnihilationAs conflicts escalate throughout the world and with the termination of arms control agreements, the danger increases that nuclear weapons could be used. With so much at stake, it is time to take concrete steps to abolish nuclear weapons and we need your voice to help send a message loud and clear. |  Photo JournalSee what we’ve been up to this last month, from events to outings to rallies! Come get involved and send in your own photos of Sierra Club events and campaigns you’re supporting! |  Recommendations from Our Members – Worth a WatchLooking for a good film to enjoy on a rainy day? Check out these recommendations related to the environment. |
 Sierra Hikes are Part of June's CT Trails Day WeekendWhat better way to get inspired than getting out in the woods for a hike? CT Trails Day is coming up June 6, 7 with 200+ hikes across the whole state. Sierra's will explore Machimoodus State Park, home of the "Moodus Noises", by the Salmon River. |
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