Earth Week Earth Week Celebration l April 16-23

Programs And Events Geared Toward Celebrating Earth Week

Celebrate living on Earth through a variety of hands-on activities, hikes, opportunities to make a difference, and so much more! Keep up-to-date with us on social media and on our website during Earth Week to get the latest info, games and activities!

VERMILION RIVER CLEAN-UP HIKE

Sun., Apr. 16 | 1-2 pm

Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow

Celebrate Earth Week by helping to keep our Vermilion River Valley clean. Pick up trash as we hike along the river. Gloves and bags provided.

PRESCHOOL EARTH DAY EVERY DAY

Tue., Apr. 18 | 11 am-12 pm

Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow

Learn how to make every day Earth Day thru a cute story, fun activity, and meeting a live turtle! FREE program, pre-registration by 4/16 required.

ROSE GARDEN COMMUNITY WORK DAY

Wed., Apr. 19 | 8:30-10:30 am

Lakeview Park

All skill levels are welcome to help us cultivate the beauty of this historic garden, focusing on weeding, pruning, and deadheading. Participants are encouraged to bring hand tools if able and be prepared to work in the sun. Refreshments provided.

EARTH DAY CLEAN-UP HIKE

Fri., Apr. 21 | 2-3:30 pm

French Creek Reservation, Nature Center

Help clean up the French Creek Reservation on Earth Day! Trash bags and gloves will be provided. Pre-register by 4/20.

PLANET PROTECTORS

Sat., Apr. 22 | 10 am-12:30 pm

Cascade Park

Come learn about how YOU can make a difference in protecting the planet! Games and activities for all ages. Registration requested.

EARTH DAY LITTER HIKE

Sat., Apr. 22 | 10 am-12 pm

Wellington Reservation

Celebrate Earth Day with us by helping us clean our park. Trash bags and gloves will be provided. Registration is requested by 4/21.

Astronomy Programs

Nielsen Observatory, Carlisle Reservation

All progrAms co-sPonsored by BlAck river AstronomicAl society

Join the Black River Astronomical Society to see the beauty of the night sky through our powerful telescopes while our members explain what you are seeing and answer questions. These programs are free.

Night Sky Star Party

Fri., Mar. 10* | 7-9 pm

*Cloud date: Sat., Mar. 11

Fri., Mar. 24* | 8-10 pm

*Cloud date: Sat., Mar. 25

Shellebrate Earth Day

Sat., Apr. 22 | 1-1:30 pm

Vermilion River Reservation, Mill Hollow We will celebrate Earth Day by learning about turtles and meeting one up-close! Educational take-home materials included! For child and adult. Pre-registration welcomed, not required.

SEARCH-THE-EARTH SCAVENGER HUNT

Sun., Apr. 23 | 10:30-11:30 am

French Creek Reservation, Pine Tree Picnic Area Come join us in celebrating Earth Day with a Search-the-Earth Scavenger Hunt! We'll be taking a hike along the French Creek trails while searching for exciting natural content.

Sat., Apr. 29 | 11 am-4 pm

Vermilion River Reservation, Carriage Barn

Fri., Apr. 14* | 9-11 pm

*Cloud date: Sat., Apr. 15

Fri., Apr. 21* | 9-11 pm

*Cloud date: Sat., Apr. 22

With beautiful Mill Hollow as a backdrop, enjoy a fair featuring a variety of vendors selling homegrown herb plants, handmade décor, body products, and food items. Plus, the historic Bacon House Museum will be open for viewing. This FREE event is weather dependent. LORAINCOUNTYMETROPARKS.COM | (440) 458-5121