MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Today is Earth Day, but there are opportunities to help the environment all this month.
Founded in 1970 by Clear Lake native and Wisconsin Governor Gaylord Nelson, Earth Day is now month long global observance focused on environmental awareness, promoting sustainability, and fostering community action.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites you to make a lasting impact during the month of April by participating in a Work Play Earth Day event at Wisconsin state parks, forests, trail and recreation areas. Over the past 18 years, nearly 1,500 volunteers have logged 4,131 hours of service.
Statewide Work Play Earth Day activities include:
• Tree planting
• Installing benches
• Removing invasive plants
• Painting picnic tables and other structures
• Raking and cleaning up leaves and picking up litter
Hours vary by event, with most beginning mid-morning and running through the early afternoon. Check the DNR Events calendar for specific event details.