SIERRA - July/August 2011

Featuring strong reporting, engaging writing, and stunningly beautiful photographs, Sierra magazine is an indispensable guide for people who care deeply about nature. Published bimonthly by the Sierra Club, the magazine reaches more than a million people across North America. In every issue, you'll visit intriguing wild places and learn how to protect them. You'll discover ways to live a greener, happier life at home and get more involved in your community.

Blood and Oil
The Pentagon enlists alternative energy-not because of climate change, but to save soldiers' lives.
EDWARD HUMES

Silent Running
Experience nature as your ancestors did: Lose the clunky shoes.
DANIEL DUANE

For the Long Run
Gear to help you hit your stride.
STEVE CASIMIRO

Living Large, Driving Less
How to design communities that don't require cars.
DOUGLAS McCOLLAM

"Look, It's a Cheatercycle!"
A pedaling purist comes around to electric bikes.
LYNN RAPAPORT

Ride, Sollee, Ride
Cellist Ben Sollee goes on tour ... by bike.
MATT SKENAZY

A Missing Peace
Can a week in the wilderness help war vets' stress?
REED McMANUS