By Marcus Woolf
Launched in 1970, the annual Earth Day celebration raises awareness of efforts to protect the environment. Each April 22, Earth Day events provide great opportunities to learn how we can support and protect trails and other recreation areas in the community. If you're looking for a great place to celebrate Earth Day this year, make your way to the Hays Nature Preserve, which is hosting an Earth Day celebration on April 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will include many exhibitors with informative, interactive displays concerning conservation and the environment. Plus, there will be demonstrations by the Southeastern Raptor Center, a vegetable plant giveaway, food, and live music. Be sure to bring the kids, who can enjoy face painting and the preserve's excellent playground. Plus, the preserve includes many kid-friendly trails, including the Animal Track ID path.
According to Preserve officials, “Parking may be limited at Hays Nature Preserve during Earth Day festivities, but parking is available at the Mark Russell Recreational Center (429 Taylor Road). Huntsville Transit will pick up attendees from the Mark Russell Center and take them to Hays Nature Preserve. Signs will note drop off/pickup locations.”
For more information, contact Operation Green Team at 256-532-5326.
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