April is Earth Month, and it’s a great opportunity for us to connect with our communities, spend time outdoors and take action to protect our planet. Check out these local family-friendly events and activities to celebrate Earth Day across San Diego County and beyond.
What’s better than enjoying our amazing hiking trails in the spring? Check out the 10 best hiking paths in San Diego or the county’s kid-friendly Story Trails for a unique way to spend your day.
The County of San Diego is partnering with I Love a Clean San Diego to host community cleanup events in El Cajon, Chula Vista, Rainbow, Cardiff/Solana Beach and Spring Valley. Bring a friend or the whole family to get involved.
Trees aren’t just decorative — they help to remove pollution, cool down neighborhoods, and so much more. Get your tree through City of San Diego’s Request a Free Tree SD program.
San Diego has eight seed libraries offering free seeds for your garden. You can pick up seeds in person or have them mailed to you. Many locations offer workshops and events, where you can learn more about gardening and composting. Once you grow your plants, save some seeds and send them back to the library to help your community grow!
Not sure which trees or plants to choose? Native plants and trees save water and provide beautiful habitats for hummingbirds, butterflies and other helpful pollinators. The California Native Plant Society’s San Diego Chapter has plenty of tips for native plant gardening and water conservation.
From April 20-28, the National Park Service is sharing special themes during National Park Week with fun ways to enjoy our national parks. Joshua Tree National Park is the closest to us. On April 20, there’s free admission to all National Park Service sites, so it’s the perfect time to visit.
Whether you plant a tree, start a garden or join a beach cleanup, there are so many ways to celebrate Earth Day while getting involved in your community. Our Best Health wellness program is here to help you grow, too. Find free tools, like webinars, health coaching and so much more to help you feel your best.
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