Have fun and make a difference at Earth Day Extravaganza: Sunday, April 22nd

Every day we hear about environmental destruction in our world, and it may leave you thinking there is nothing you can do to make much of a difference. You CAN make a difference! On April 22nd, people around the world will stand up for the protection of our earth and participate in local events that celebrate our home planet. Together, we will call attention to environmental issues around the world and celebrate the nature we have all around us!

An exciting Earth Day Extravaganza will be held here at Fenner Nature Center, presented in partnership with the MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club and the help of many other local organizations like The Nature Conservancy. This day of nature career exploration and stewardship features a variety of informative activities such as bird identification hikes, interactive presentations about native Michigan animals, wildflower identification hikes, and the opportunity to form a team and join our garlic mustard pull challenge! We are also kicking off our Butterfly Garden Restoration with the help of the Capital Area Master Gardeners.

As you enjoy all the activities of the day, don’t miss one of our most exciting events: Picnic for the Planet! With your help, the Nature Conservancy hopes to break the Guinness World Record for the most people picnicking in a 24-hour period around the world! Come enjoy the activities inside the visitor center and on the trails, and remember to bring a sack lunch so you can join The Nature Conservancy and make history!

Here is a schedule for the activities of Earth Day Extravaganza:

•      Mist Netting: 7:00 am – 9:00

•      Guided Bird Walk: 8:00 am – 9:00 am; 10:30 am – 11:30 am

•      Wildflower Identification Hike: 9:30 am – 10:30 am; 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

•      Small Mammal Trapping: 9:30 am – 10:30 am

•      Garlic Mustard Pull Challenge: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

•      Native Animal Presentation: 11:45 am – 12:45 pm

•      Tree Identification Hike: 10:30 am – 11:30 am

•      Pond Dipping: 11:00 am – 3: 00 am

•      Herpetological Surveys: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

•      Picnic for the Planet: 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm

•      Bluebird nest checks: TBD

•      Michigan Wildlife presentations: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Whether you intend to get your hands a little dirty and join us to help rid the park of invasive plants, create new habitat for butterflies and other integral pollinators, or simply come out to learn about nature and spend time outdoors with family and friends, we are certain that it will be an unforgettable day.

PNC Bank will also be on-site with their Mobile LearningAdventure! Be sure to stop by, check it out, and get your little ones involved in their interactive exhibits.

We hope to see you at Fenner Nature Center on April 22 for Earth Day Extravaganza!

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