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Check out the UW Earth Month Events – Week 1

The University of Washington will celebrate Earth Day with a celebration at the HUB on April 22, but there are events across the UW celebrating our planet and the environment during the entire Earth Week and beyond. Here is a sampling of the events happening around UW as part of the Earth Day celebration:

Thursday April 14

Environmental Conversations: Representative Mary Dye

Zoom, 5:30 p.m.  | REGISTER

Rep. Dye introduced the ORCA Plan in the Washington state legislature. The ORCA Plan would use incoming CCA (Climate Commitment Act) dollars for tangible outdoor recreation benefits and smart investments in climate adaptation to promote healthier forests, a cleaner Puget Sound, and resilience to drought and flood risks. The Environmental Conversations event series is co-produced by the Center for Environmental Politics and EarthLab.

Society for Ecological Restoration Heron Haven work party

Heron Haven site, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.  | RSVP REQUIRED

Join the SER-UW for a volunteer restoration work party at the Heron Haven site. Everyone is welcome and no experience is needed. Gloves, tools, and snacks are provided for all volunteers. Dress ready for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, be prepared to get dirty, and don’t forget your water bottle! Also, bring proof of vaccination.

Native Plant Nursery work party

Douglas Research Conservatory, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.  | RSVP

Get hands-on experience with native plant production and restoration. Activities include propagation, potting-up, plant care, invasive species removal, and more. No experience necessary, all equipment will be provided. Masks are required. Bring a water bottle and clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach