Earth Day Activities

There are so many other ways to celebrate Earth Day this year. The pandemic is still going strong so it’s important to wear a mask and social distance if out in public. If you’re in Whatcom County, Washington, the Bellingham Parks Volunteer Program has a...

The Lyrid Meteor Shower

This year, the Lyrid meteor shower will peak in the early, predawn hours of Earth Day (Thursday, April 22nd). This shower is the oldest recorded annual meteor shower and happens each April (usually the 16th to the 25th) when the earth passes through the dust trail of...

Earth Day Summits

For the past 51 years, people have celebrated Earth Day on (or around) April 22nd all over the world. In the midst of a global pandemic and the rising threat of climate change, caring for the earth and for others is vital for our survival. This year’s theme is...

Happy Earth Week!

With Earth Day this coming Thursday, there are numerous events happening this week to (safely) celebrate and protect our planet. Because of Covid-19, almost all the events are virtual or following certain precautions, like requiring face masks and social distancing....