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Earth Day
Earth Day is April 22nd. Earth Day has become such a popular event that festivities take place throughout the whole month of April. April is often referred to as Earth Month. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson and Dennis Hayes.
(Earth Day is April 22, 2009)
6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
and set an example while you are at it!
- Wear something green Wear a green shirt, button or tote bag
- Plant a tree Plant a new tree to celebrate Earth Day
- Turn off the lights Turn off all electricity for one hour. Light a candle and spend quality time with family and friends.
- Pick up the garbage Spend some a couple hours picking up litter at your local river
- Walk,ride or bike Skip the car! Walk, bike, or take the bus to work
- Skip the Steak Give up meat for one day
Set an Example on Earth Day
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Earth Day
Earth Day is one of two observances, both held annually during spring in the northern hemisphere, and autumn in the southern hemisphere. These are intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth's environment. The United Nations celebrates an Earth Day each year on the March equinox, a tradition which was founded by peace activist John McConnell in 1969. A second Earth Day, which was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in in 1970, is celebrated in many countries each year on April 22.
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Environmental Movement
This page about the environmental movement focuses primarily on environmental movements in the United States. But there were also global environmental movements.
The environmental movement (a term that sometimes includes the conservation and green movements) is a diverse scientific, social, and political movement for addressing the concerns of environmentalism.
Environmentalists advocate the sustainable management of resources and stewardship of the environment through changes in public policy and individual behavior. In its recognition of humanity as a participant in (not enemy of) ecosystems, the movement is centered on ecology, health, and human rights.
The environmental movement is represented by a range of organizations, from the large to grassroots. Due to its large membership, varying and strong beliefs, and occasionally speculative nature, the environmental movement is not always united in its goals. At its broadest, the movement includes private citizens, professionals, religious devotees, politicians, and extremists. Environmentalists are also often linked with other social movements, such as human and animal rights and pacifism.
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Walk, Bike or Ride
Earth Day Flag
The Ecology Flag was created by cartoonist Ron Cobb, and was published for the first time in October 25, 1969. The flag was made to resemble the flag of the United States. The flag has a symbol that combines the letters "E" and "O" taken from the words "Environment" and "Organism". More Earth Friendly Lenses
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Environmental t-shirts and environmental gifts on Cafepress and Zazzle. Unique earth-friendly apparel for the treehugger on your list. "Save the planet" organic cotton t-shirts for children and adults. "Think Green" buttons, stickers, tote bags and...
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Earth Day
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Earth Day is April 22nd. Earth Day has become such a popular event that festivities take place throughout the whole month of April. April is often referred to as Earth Month. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson and Dennis Hayes....
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RinchenChodron
Thanks, we all need more green consciousness. I love our freedom in America to express ourselves. I invite all lensmasters with Activist lenses to join my Activists Sound Off group Posted June 06, 2008 |
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