Change Your Scenery, Change Your Life
In a world where the news cycle feels relentless, time in nature offers a powerful reset—restoring clarity, easing stress, and reminding us of what truly matters. Find connection and transformation in nature on one of our many conservation-focused outdoor adventures.
Select from an array of hiking adventures–including backpack, base camp, lodge, and more–plus water journeys, volunteer vacations, international adventures, and loads of experiences in between. We also have trips specifically designed for teens, beginners, seniors, and women, as well as a variety of trips for younger adults, which are subsidized to make joining these experiences more affordable than ever. Don’t miss your chance to explore the collection while there’s still plenty of space available!
Browse the full lineup by trip type or destination, search for specific trips, learn about our volunteer leaders, and much more. As always, you can book your reservation online or call (415) 977-5522 to secure a spot by phone |
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May 17-22, 2025
Raft, fish, paddleboard, and hike among volcanic vistas, deep canyons, and picturesque waterfalls. |
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June 22-28, 2025
Clear trails alongside certified sawyers in dramatic and varied landscapes. Participants ages 18-35 are eligible for a $300 scholarship. |
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July 21-25, 2025
Develop backpacking skills with like-minded adventurers, swim in beautiful alpine lakes, and learn to identify flowers, trees, and constellations. |
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September 28-October 8, 2025
Explore the top 5 most beautiful towns in Tuscany, walk on the Via Francigena, meet local artisans, and sample regional wines. |
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Hit the Trail This Year with Fellow Young Adults and Beginners |
Looking to challenge yourself, explore breathtaking landscapes, and connect with fellow adventurers? Sierra Club National Outings offers unforgettable trips designed specifically for beginners and those in their 20s and 30s—plus discounts on non-age restricted trips for participants under 35. Make lasting friendships with other nature-lovers and tackle your bucket list at the same time! |
Leader Feature: John PlanderEver wonder who is behind the 250+ incredible trips Sierra Club Outings leads each year? We are excited to introduce you to the passionate folks who are the backbone of our program. This month, please meet John Plander! |
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John Plander started leading outings with his Local Chapter in 1999. In 2017, he took the leap and became a National Outings trip leader and he hasn’t looked back. John has gone on to become one of our most prolific volunteer leaders, with over 80 trips under his belt.
One of John’s favorite destinations is Bear Lakes Basin in x. He appreciates the austere, above-treeline landscape, the isolation, and lack of crowds. In fact, going to locations such as Bear Lakes Basin is one of John’s favorite things about Sierra Club Outings, “Other outfitters do the same itinerary over and over. Sierra Club has a ton of variety.”
What is the most gratifying part of being a leader, according to John? Seeing participants who start out feeling nervous about the physical demands ultimately succeed and even exceed their own expectations.
Thank you, John, for your service with Sierra Club Outings!
Join John on an upcoming trip!
Interested in becoming a leader? |
Dispatches from around the Sierra Club |
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| PHOTOS Top: Backpackers on a trail in Kings Canyon National Park. Credit: Miya Tsudome. Middle: Young adults hiking. Credit: Milo Zanecchia/Ascent Xmedia. Leader Feature photo: John Plander. |
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