50th Anniversary of Earth Day
A Bright Future
Each of us can make a difference. Plant a native tree, grow pollinator-friendly plants, and work with local and regional land trusts to help preserve our forests. The movement that began with the first Earth Day 50 years ago has empowered all of us to make local and regional changes that, collectively, lead to a brighter future for our global ecosystems.
Although we can’t be together this Earth Day, we invite you to enjoy the printable activity sheets, interactive resources, and articles below about the importance of biodiversity, preserving our trees and forests, and protecting pollinators.
Celebrate Biodiversity
All species, big and small, have an important role to play in maintaining our ecosystems.
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Birdwatch Bingo Download |
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8 Steps to Protect the Best on Earth The Nature Conservancy | |
Biodiversity: Nature by Another Name The Nature Conservancy |
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eBird The Cornell Lab of Ornithology | |
Bird Apps for Kids Audubon | |
Animal LiveFeeds Explore |
Preserve our Trees
Trees produce oxygen, sequester carbon, and provide important habitats for wildlife.
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Find the Flowering Trees Download |
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Tree Power The New York Times | |
Forest Future Report Acadia Center | |
Protecting New England's Forests Highstead |
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Tree Identification Apps Evergreen Arborists | |
Leaf Identification Apps Treehugger |
Protect the Pollinators
Pollinators create and maintain habitats that animals and humans depend on for food and shelter.
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Plant for Pollinators Download |
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Pollinator Pathways Website |
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Build a Mason Bee Home Lifehacker | |
Plant Native Pollinator Pathways | |
Rethink Your Lawn Pollinator Pathways |