Celebrate Earth Day Around South West Michigan

Looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day? Check out some of these fun events.

In 1970, the year of our first Earth Day, the movement gave voice to an emerging consciousness, channeling human energy toward environmental issues. We are now entering the 46th year of a movement that continues to inspire, challenge ideas, ignite passion, and motivate people to action. You can take part in several events according to Mlive:

Kalamazoo

Naturalist-led hikes and live animal programs

Saturday, April 23, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Kalamzoo Nature Center.
Festivities begin with an Earth Day 5K run

Benton Harbor

Earth Day Tips and Tricks
Saturday, April 23, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Sarett Nature Center, 2300 N Benton Center Road.

The free, 45-min event will deliver conservation tips and tricks.

Grand Rapids

Earth Fair Expo
Hosted by West Michigan Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative, April 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Montague High School, 4900 Stanton Blvd.

 

Earth Day Celebration
John Ball Zoo, 1300 Fulton W, Grand Rapids, May 7, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Free with zoo admission.

 

Earth Day Mushroom Foray
Location to be shared privately with registrants, April 22, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

For more information and the full list, Check out the story at Mlive.