Every year on April 22, we make it a point to slow down and appreciate the natural beauty surrounding us. Marin residents should be especially grateful, with our golden rolling hills, diverse foliage and brilliant beaches.
Here are some local activities to help you celebrate our wonderful Earth.
Earth Day at the Oakland Zoo
April 13
Zoo (Oakland)
Learn about the earth with demonstrations and hands-on stations; other activities include face painting and appearances by environmental nonprofits.
Earth Day Work Day
April 13
College of Marin (Kentfield)
Celebrate the Earth by tending to new plants and getting rid of weeds.
Marin Mammal Center’s Marin Science Sunday
April 14
Marin Mammal Center (Sausalito)
Experts discuss their experiences saving and caring for seal and sea lion pups and Earth Day Marin partners preview the event.
9th Annual Free Create-With-Nature Earth Day Celebration
April 20
Stinson Beach (Stinson)
After a beach cleanup, make a sculpture out of sand, rocks, shells and seaweed.
Mt. Tamalpais Watershed
April 20
Azalea Hill Hill parking Lot (Fairfax)
Join a guided hike with trail crew volunteers to assist with trail maintenance and learn about the area near Little Carson Falls.
Novato Clean and Green Day
April 20
Scottsdale Pond Gazebo (Novato)
Don a safety vest and help clean the neighborhood with the community.
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Gallinas Watershed Hike
April 20
Embassy Suites Hotel (San Rafael)
Learn about the Gallinas Headwaters, watershed facts and support the environmental organization.
Richardson Bay Audubon Center and Sanctuary
April 20
Richardson Bay Audubon Center and Sanctuary (Tiburon)
Explore, watch birds, restore the natural habitat and learn about conservation.
Earth Day Marin
April 21
Marin Civic Center Lagoon Park (San Rafael)
A free event with live entertainment, speakers, drafts, food, resources and kids’ activities.