A Day for the Earth

April 22nd is traditionally Earth Day world wide (and it's just days away!!)...but what is Earth Day, why is there an Earth Day?

Earth Day became a nationally recognized holiday when Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson created as a day to teach others about the environment on April 22nd, 1970. The holiday centered around the environment is still celebrated to this day by environmental organizations, business and everyday citizens.

There are so many ways to get involved on Earth Day in your community! Look on Facebook pages and events to find organizations near you that are doing awesome activities. A few ways to get involved are highway and beach clean ups, planting native flowers and trees, or visit a local wildlife sanctuary or natural area to educate yourself on local species and the natural environment. This Earth Day you can join me in attending a local marches such as the March for Science or Climate March in an area near you. (I have been working on my posters for weeks!)

Let's celebrate our planet on Earth Day and everyday! Keep on the celebrating by conserving your resources, reducing your plastic use and living a sustainable lifestyle everyday of the year. Happy Earth Week! ♻