The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970 in cities across the United States. Public concern for the environment had begun to take hold in the ‘60s, and former Wisconsin governor, Gaylord Nelson, founded the day to encourage awareness about pollution and other environmental issues. From that first Earth Day on, the day has been a reminder to appreciate and care for the land, water and wildlife that give so much to us.
Every year the Leelanau Conservancy hosts Earth Week, a weeklong series of fun, free events that we hope you’ll join us for. We have hikes, volunteer opportunities, social events and an end of the week concert at Tandem Ciders to wrap it all up! Join us for some or all of the week’s events April 18-24 to give back, have fun, and find your Leelanau adventure.
4/18: Earth Week Giveaway Launch
Time to join in and give back! Everyone who makes a gift of any amount or signs up to receive our e-newsletter* during Earth Week (April 18th through 24th) will be entered into a giveaway for a local Leelanau bundle filled with goods from, Northwoods Hardware, M22, Cherry Republic.
Local Leelanau Giveaway Bundle includes items from Northwoods Hardware, M22, Cherry Republic and the Leelanau Conservancy. (List of items coming soon.)
4/19, 10am: Clay Cliffs Trail Maintenance Work Bee
Volunteer to spread wood chips at one of our most popular trails in preparation for the 2022 season. Sign up here.
4/20, 10am: The Lorax reading with Tom Nelson
Join us at the Leland Village Green as Executive Director Tom Nelson reads the classic. Dr. Suess’ The Lorax. Bring a blanket or chair and your own copy and follow along. Sign up here.
4/20, All day: Chicken Jalapeno Soup at Art’s Tavern, Glen Arbor
April is the perfect time for soup! All proceeds from the sale of Art’s coveted soup on this day will support the Leelanau Conservancy. (artsglenarbor.com)
4/21, 4pm: Hike it Baby! At Swanson Preserve
Bring your future conservationists on this kid-paced walk with Land Steward, Emily Douglas. Sign up here.
4/22, All day: Earth Day Instagram Takeover by M22
Follow along on social media as M22 takes over our page and shares their favorite things about Leelanau.
4/23, 8am: Docent guided Spring Birding Hike at DeYoung Natural Area
Join seasoned Docents on this early season birding hike, exploring DeYoung Natural area, and learning why Leelanau plays an important role in the spring migration. Sign up here.
4/24, 3pm: Earth Week Celebration Concert with Jack Pine at Tandem Ciders
Celebrate Earth Week with friends, live music from Jack Pine, and local cider. All ages welcome, no cover. Sign up here.
