April 22 is Earth Day! No matter where you are in the world this Earth Day, there are plenty of things that you can do to celebrate our beautiful planet. Here is what you can expect this Earth Day in Key West!
Key West is hosting some great events in honor of Earth Day! Check out...
Earth & Arbor Day Eco-Fair: Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is partnering with other green organizations for an Earth & Arbor Day Eco-Fair on April 27, 2024. There will be a variety of fun workshops, docent tours of the Garden and Native Nursery, and plant sales. Admission is free!
Earth Day Mural Festival: Come to the Lagoon on Grassy Key on April 20-21, 2024 for Earth Day Mural Festival! There will be art, music, activities (such as a wakeboard exhibition and a native plant giveaway), culinary delights, and cocktail flavor explorations. There's something for everyone!
Ocean Fest: Mote Laboratories invites the public to Ocean Fest on April 20, 2024. There will be crafts, games, music, food, local brews, shopping, and more. Proceeds and donations from the festival support Mote Marine Laboratory’s coral reef restoration and research programs.
To browse even more Earth Day 2024 events, visit: https://keysweekly.com/42/what-are-you-doing-for-earth-day-give-mother-nature-a-hand-with-these-keys-events/
Looking for more ways to celebrate Earth Day or looking to make your travel a little greener? You can...
- Embrace Ecotourism: Seek out travel companies committed to sustainable practices.
- Pack Smart: Lighter luggage leads to less fuel consumption on flights!
- Minimize Waste: Opt for reusable water bottles and shopping bags.
- Utilize Transit: Public transit is an affordable, green way to get around town. (Feeling active? Consider renting a bike or exploring on foot!)
- Leave No Trace: When exploring, stay on designated trails. Remember to remove your trash when you leave!
- Shop Local: Prioritize locally-owned restaurants and shops to minimize the environmental impacts of shopping.
How are you celebrating Earth Day? Tell us in the comments!
