Celebrate Our Earth!
In Kentucky April 17-22 is Earth Week & April 22 is Earth Day!
The Environmental and Natural Resource Issues Task Force would like to encourage all Kentuckians to celebrate Earth Day every day by conserving our natural resources and making environmentally friendly choices. Please view the information below for ideas and tips on how to celebrate Earth Day every day! For more information contact Ashley Osborne.
Please note: Some web sites to which these materials/information provide links are not managed by the University of Kentucky. The University does not review, control or take responsibility for the content of those sites.
FAQ:
How did Earth Day begin? Read an article written by Senator Gaylord Nelson, founder of Earth Day.
What environmental progress had been made since the first Earth Day in 1970? See EPA's environmental progress timeline (1970 - present).
What can I do to celebrate Earth Day? Visit the Kentucky Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet ~ Earth Day for Kentuckians web site for earth friendly ideas.
How can I get my kids, 4-Hers, or students involved in Earth Day? The Kentucky Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet ~ Earth Day for Kids site has resources, activities, and games to get youth involved in Earth Day.
Agent Resources:
Links:
Earth Days in the Bluegrass - Calendar of Events
Environmental Protection Agency ~ Earth Day
Kentucky Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet ~ Earth Day
U.S. Government Portal ~ Earth Day
This page is maintained by Ashley Osborne.
Email questions or comments to ashley.osborne@uky.edu.
Last updated: 03/13/2008