Outings and Events

News Flash: Fall 2015 outings schedule:

 Sunday, Nov 8 - Lake Fausse Pointe Party Barge trip. Space is limited, make reservation. 

 Meet at 1:00 PM at the Schoeffler's House 3502 E. Simcoe St. Lafayette, Louisiana. RSVP by calling (337) 234-4042

 Sunday, Dec 6 - Bonfire, weenie roast, on the levee at Catahoula

 Meet at 4:00 PM at the Schoeffler's House 3502 E. Simcoe St. Lafayette, Louisiana. RSVP by calling (337) 234-4042

Past outings:
Fri.-Sun. Mar 13-15

CANCELLED - Delta Chapter Members Spring Outings Retreat. See http://LaSierraClub.org for details and registration.

Sat. Mar 07, 2015

Eagle Trip to Fausse Pointe

Boating trip to Eagle Pointe area which typically has dozens of Bald Eagles nesting on site, one of the densest concentrations anywhere. Adventurous participants have the option for additional exploration. Bring chest waders. Mr. Schoeffler will lead a rigorous hike through muck to reach a potentially unmarked Indian Mound deep in the swamp away from the shoreline which has been shown to be visible on LIDAR mapping.

Meet at 1:00pm at Schoeffler Home. 90 minute drive to boat landing.

This trip will be limited to 12 registrants on Schoeffler Party Barge. No Cancellations unless 48 hour notice.
Contact (337) 234-4042 to register.




Many of our outings begin at Harold and Sarah Schoeffler's House 3502 E. Simcoe St. Lafayette, Louisiana. RSVP by calling (337) 234-4042
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All Outings by the Delta Chapter and its groups are free and open to the public.  RSVP necessary.  Check back often for updates or changes.


Past Outings:


Sat, Feb 07, 2015

Road Trip to Mississippi Old River Control Structure

We'll visit the largest river control structure on Earth. Old River Control Structure manages the interaction of multiple tributary and distributary connections of the Mississippi River near Simmesport, Louisiana. This complex was initially constructed after the Great River Flood of 1927, and later reworked after the flood of 1973 which is widely known to have almost caused failure of this waterworks system. We'll visit the Shipping Locks, the Vidalia Power Plant, lower and upper control structures and the older structure. Basic Location Info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_River_Control_Structure
US Army Corps of Engineers Brochure: http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Portals/56/docs/PAO/Brochures/OldRiverControlBrochure.pdf



10:00 am for carpooling from Schoeffler House. 2-hour drive from Lafayette. Bring a Sack Lunch. There are no registration capacity limits for this Outing. Sign-In at Carpooling Meetup.

Sat, Nov 22, 2014

Cat Island hike/Baton Rouge Sierra Club Outing/Saturday, November 22,  2014

9:00 for carpoolers, 10:30 hike leaves Trail Head.

Come and hike with us at Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge near St Francisville known for its old growth cypress trees.  The weather has cooled a bit. Its a good time for a hike! We will meet at Campus Credit Union at Perkins Rd and Quail Dr for carpooling. Contact Gwen Pine 272-5207 if you plan to attend.We may need to reschedule or make alternate plans if roads are too wet. The leisurely walk to the tree on the Big Cypress trail  is less than a mile round trip.  It is an easy walk
because the trail is level and has just been improved.  After viewing the tree and surrounding area,
we will head to the 2.8 mile Blackfork Walking Trail to observe other interesting flora and fauna.  If you prefer, you may opt for a shorter walk, or none at all. Bring mosquito repellant. There are no facilities on Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge.


Sunday September 7, 2014

Moonlight Canoe Paddle Lake Dauterive. Meet 400PM Schoeffler residence to carpool. 

Note: RSVP critical for number of canoes. You are welcome to bring your own canoe or Kayak. Harold says it will be about a 2 hr paddle. 

RSVP 337 234 4042

Saturday July 12, 2014
Canoe Trip with the following options, depending upon wind and weather:

Sabine River, Bayou Chevreuil, Grand Avolle Cove, Lake Dauterive, or Lake Fausse Pointe. RSVP if not bringing your own canoe/kayak. Meet at Schoeffler residence 1:00 PM


Saturday June 14, 2014

Tunica Hills/Clark Creek. June 14th. Meet at Schoeffler residence 10:00 AM, carpool to site. This Miss state park has waterfalls and hiking trails deep in the Tunica Hills. There are steps on the hillsides and most trails are maintained, with primitive trails as well.

Refer to below sites for more info:
http://www.mdwfp.com/parks-destinations/ms-state-parks/clark-creek.aspx
http://alltrails.com/trail/us/mississippi/clark-creek-primitive-trail

Saturday May 17, 2014
Archaeological Expedition! Party Barge trip to Indian Shell Mounds near Intracoastal City. Party Barge limit of 12. For more people, we would need another motor boat. 3 miles to furthest site from launch.

Meet at 1:00 PM at Schoeffler residence (see below) RSVP required. Rain or Shine, no cancellations bring rain coat. No Maybes.

March 21 – 23, 2014
Delta Chapter retreat at Cypremort Point State Park
This will be Delta Chapter’s annual retreat. Activities will include canoeing, boating and wildlife observation. We will conduct one hour workshops on topics tba. We have cabin space for 16 persons. Reservation required, Email or call Woody Martin at hrmartin2sc@gmail.com, 337-232-7953.

 More outing detail on Delta Chapter website at http://lasierraclub.org/node/123

 Detailed info about Cypremort Point State Park


March 15, 2014
Party Boat, Eagle and Scenic River Tour on Flat Lake
We will view bayous being nominated for inclusion in the Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System including Bear Bayou, Bayou Chevreu, Big Bayou Jesse, Gayou Grosbeak, Bayou Cocodrie, and Bayou Cane. The boat tour will travel a 10 to 12 mile circle. We expect to see numerous eagles in this area known for nesting activity.

Meet at Harold Schoeffler's house by 12 noon 
3502 E. Simcoe St. Lafayette, LA 70501
Space on the boat is limited to 10 persons. Call 337.234.4042 and leave a message with your phone #.https://www.facebook.com/events/644716212259873/

 Saturday, Feb 1, 2014
Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge, Cameron Prairie and Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge
The auto tour will be guided by Harold Schoeffler. We will travel about 180 miles with information stops. Lacassine NWR contains the Lacassine Wilderness Area, one of three wilderness areas in Louisiana. Further info on Lacassine NWR can be seen at: 

 Meet at Harold Schoeffler's house by 12 noon.
3502 E. Simcoe St. Lafayette, LA 70501

 Sunday Nov 10, 2013 
Lake Fausse Pointe Paddle Outing
2:00pm until 6:00pm
11609 Jeanerette Canal Rd, Jeanerette, LA 70544

 Acadian Group will go paddling Lake Fausse Pointe on Nov. 10. Putting in at the Jeanerette Landing down to Grand Avoille Cove. Distance apx 8 mi, 2.5 hr paddle. Picnic after.

Meet at Harold Schoeffler's house by 1 pm.
(3502 E. Simcoe St. Lafayette, LA 70501)
RSVP required. We have canoes available for those who call to reserve. 337.234.4042
Please include time for shuttling vehicles in planning for your day.

 Sunday Oct 27, 2013
Bayou Teche canoe paddle Parks to St. Martinville 
Meet at Harold’s house, 1:00 pm 3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette

Sunday Sept 29, 2013
Bayou Portage to Lake Dauterive via Bayou Grand Voule
Canoe paddle Meet at Harold’s 1:00 pm - 3502 E. Simcoe, LFT 70506

Sunday, Aug 18, 2013
Hackberry Island beachcomb
carpool from Harold's, visit Rockefeller on the way, swim, beachcomb, litter pickup, weenie roast, kids welcome Meet at Harold’s 1:00 pm
3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette

 RSVP/REGRETS - important, please help trip organizer with this info
Call Harold’s house leave message – 337-234-4042
July 14, 2013
Bayou Nezpique canoe paddle
2 ½ to 3 hrs, 9.8 mile canoe paddle Jennings to Mermentau River. Put in at Jennings Bayou Nezpique boat ramp, take out at hwy 90 bridge in Mermentau. See map at http://goo.gl/aIfpN

Meet 1:00 pm at home of Harold Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette, La 70506. Bring snacks. Canoes will be provided for those who RSVP.

Outing focus: Updating the Delta Country Trail Guide, last published by Sierra Club Delta Chapter in 1997. We will go through the process of writing up the outing information for the guide.

Please RSVP by email (preferable) to Woody Martin at hrmartin2sc@gmail.com or leave phone message at 337-232-7953. Let me know names, how many people and contact email or phone.

June 23, 2013
Bayou Ami from Catahoula Lake canoe paddle
Circle route 1 ½ hrs paddle. We will meet at Catahoula Lake near the boat launch at 2:45 pm and finish the afternoon with a picnic and weenie roast social at 5:00 pm. Boats will be provided or bring your own.  All desiring transportation can meet 2:00 pm at home of Harold Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette, La 70506. Bring something in a cooler to share with all at the picnic. See map at http://goo.gl/8iL8i
Outing focus: We are in process of updating the Delta Country Trail Guide, last published by Sierra Club Delta Chapter in 1997. We will go through the process of writing up the Bayou Ami outing information for the guide.

Please RSVP by email (preferable) to Woody Martin at hrmartin2sc@gmail.com or leave phone message at 337-232-7953. Let me know names, how many people and contact email or phone.


May 19, 2013
Canoe, eco hike and motor boat tour of Lake Martin with Marcus Delahoussaye. We will meet at Lake Martin (see map) near the boat launch on the east side at 2:30 pm and finish the afternoon with a picnic and weenie roast social at 5:00 pm. Boats will be provided or bring your own. See map at http://goo.gl/o3HwB

All desiring transportation can meet 2:00 pm at home of Harold Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette, La 70506. Bring something in a cooler to share with all at the picnic.

Outing focus: We will look at the damage to aquatic and shoreline plants from chemical application for abatement of water hyacinth. Acadian Group wants to study the issue of chemical spraying for weeds on south Louisiana waterways. Come with us, have some fun and join in the discussion.
We are also in process of updating the Delta Country Trail Guide, last published by Sierra Club Delta Chapter in 1997. We will go through the process of writing up outing information for the guide.

Please RSVP by email (preferable) to Woody Martin at hrmartin2sc@gmail.com or leave phone message at 337-232-7953. 




June 2012


    May 2012

    • Sat, May 12, 10am to 4pm - Delta Chapter ExCom Meeting. In New Orleans; Contact Woody Martin at 337-298-8380 for info or to request to attend.
    • Sat, May 19 @ 12 noon - Bayou Teche Water Sampling, our Water Sentinels teams will be sampling at five locations along the bayou. Call Woody at 337-298-8380 if you would like to learn how to do water sampling.
    • Sun, May 27: Sierra Club Birthday Anniversary Bash and Fundraiser Concert. Sierra Club turns 120 this year, and we'd like to celebrate it at the Blue Moon Saloon. Food, beverages, music, silent auction and more; featuring Lil' Buck Senegal as the headline act. Menu consists of roast pork, Jambalaya (including vegetarian), and snacks. Contact Devin Martin at 985-209-5454 or devin.martin@sierraclub.org for details or to volunteer to help. We need auction items and volunteers to make this event a success.

    March 2012
    • Sun, March 11 @ 1:00 pm - Canoe Paddle Two O’Clock Bayou - meet at Schoeffler’s, 3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette, LA 70506. Bring life jacket if you have one. Limited to 15 persons, email hrmartin2sc@gmail.com or call 337-298-8380 to reserve a spot. 

    • Wed, March 14 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group Conservation Meeting.  First United Methodist Church. From back entrance, ascend stairs then turn right, meeting room will be on the left.

    • Wed, March 21 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group General Meeting.  First United Methodist Church. From back entrance, ascend stairs then turn right, meeting room will be on the left.

    • Fri, March 16 @ 6:00 pm to Sun, March 18 @ 11 am - Delta Chapter Retreat at Lake Fausse Point State Park. We have four cabins, each holds up to eight persons. Cabin space is $41/person for 1 or 2 nights (Fri and Sat). Email or call Woody Martin (hrmartin2sc@gmail.com, 337-298-8380) before March 1st to reserve space. See newsletters or contact Woody for more details.
    • Sun, March 25 @ 7-8 pm - Ecologic. Acadiana Open Channel 5. Live Call-in TV program.


    February 2012

    • Sat, Feb 4 @ Noon - Climbing Mt. Driscoll (highest hill in LA). Meet at Schoeffler's house (3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette 70506) to travel to Arcadia, LA. Map to Harold's house. We’ll stop someplace      for lunch but you can bring your own lunch and/or snacks. Mt. Driscoll is a strenuous two mile hike. 
    • Wed, Feb 8 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group Conservation Meeting. First United Methodist Church. From back entrance, ascend stairs then turn right, meeting room will be on the left.
    • Sat, Feb 11 @ 12:00 noon - Bayou Teche Water Sampling. Go out with one of our five teams and learn how we sample water quality in Bayou Teche. Performing the samples takes about 45 min. Call or email Woody Martin to arrange rendezvous. Phone is 337-298-8380, email is hrmartin2sc@gmail.com
    • Wed, Feb 15 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group General Meeting.  First United Methodist Church. From back entrance, ascend stairs then turn right, meeting room will be on the left.
      • Sun, Feb 26 @ 7-8 pm - Ecologic. Acadiana Open Channel 5. Live Call-in TV program.

      January 2012

      • Wed, Jan 11 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group Conservation Meeting. 
      • Wed, Jan 18 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group General Meeting. Lourdes Medical Center, Rm "A".
      • Sat, Jan 21 @ 9:00 am - Trees Acadiana Arbor Day Planting. Freetown/Port Rico neighborhood, Meet at the Warehouse on Garfield St at the railroad tracks, between Taft and Lamar Streets.  Bring shovels, gloves, and energy!  Coffee, donuts, and jambalaya for volunteers.  Call Sarah Schoeffler for details: 337-288-0426
      • Sun, Jan 22 @ 7-8 pm - Ecologic. Acadiana Open Channel 5. Live Call-in TV program.
      • Sat, Jan 28 @ 10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Delta Chapter Quarterly Meeting. Hilltop Arboretum, 11855 Highland Road Baton Rouge, LA 70810
      • Sun, Jan 29 @ 6:00 pm - Bonfire on the levy - Meet at Schoeffler’s at 6 pm (3502 E. Simcoe, Lafayette 70506), or at the levy near Catahoula Landing at about 6:30 pm. Bring hotdogs to cook or dish to share.


      December 2011

      • Wed, Dec 14 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group Conservation Meeting. Lourdes Medical Center, Conf. Rm. "A."
      Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2012!



      November 2011

      • Wed, Nov 9 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group Conservation Meeting. Lourdes Medical Center, Conf. Rm "A."
      • Thur, Nov 10 @ 8:15 am - 3 pm - Building Green Cities Workshop, hosted by Trees Acadiana and LA Urban Forestry Council. Contact Sarah Schoeffler for details: cadistyle@aol.com or 337-234-4042
      • Sat, Nov 12 @ 9 am - Climbing Mt. Driskill (highest hill in LA). Meet at Schoeffler's house to travel to Arcadia, LA. Map to Harold's house.
      • Wed, Nov 16 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group General Meeting. Lourdes Medical Center, Rm "A".
      • Sun, Nov 27 @ 7-8 pm - Ecologic. Acadiana Open Channel 5. Live Call-in TV program.

      October 2011

      • Sat, Oct 8 @ 6 pm - Carpool to Levee for Bon Fire and Hot Dogs. Meet at Schoeffler's. 
      • Sat - Sun, Oct 15-16 - Festival Acadien et Creole. Girard Park.
      • Wed, Oct 19 @ 6:30 pm - Acadian Group General Meeting. New Lourdes Medical Center, Conf. Room "A".  See Map.
      • Sun, Oct 23 @ 7-8 pm - Ecologic, Acadiana Open Channel 5, Live Call-in TV program.


      September 2011

      • Sat, Sep 24 @ 9 am - Bayou Teche Clean-Up, Breaux Bridge boat launch. Organized by the Teche Project, volunteers, boats, and interested individuals are requested to lend a helping hand to clean up the bayou in preparation for the Tour du Teche paddle race. Contact Devin Martin, devin.martin@sierraclub.org or 985-209-5454 for more details.
      • Sun, Sep 25 @ 7-8 pm - Ecologic, Acadiana Open Channel 5; Live-call in TV program

      August 2011
      • Sat, Aug 13 - Paddle Freshwater Bayou and Gulf (coastal marsh/beach). Meet at Harold's at 1 pm. Canoes provided.  Map to Harold's house.
      • Sun, Aug 28 @ 5 - 6:00 pm - Ecologic, Acadiana Open Channel 5, Live Call-In TV program

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