ARBOR DAY - APRIL 30, 2010

Did you plant a tree on Earth Day?  No?  Well, you've got another chance to do your part this Friday, April 30th on Arbor Day!

Arbor Day was founded in the United States in 1872 in Nebraska City, Nebraska.  The national holiday is celebrated every year on the last Friday in April.  On the first Arbor Day, April 10, 1872, an estimated one million trees were planted.  How many will be planted on Arbor Day, 2010?  Well that's a mystery!

Planting trees is a wonderful way to show that you care about our planet.  Humans like you and me have all contributed to global climate change and fossil fuel pollution.  Just one tree can capture a ton of carbon dioxide in its lifetime.

Plant a tree today.  Watch it grow.  Take in its beauty.  Give something back.  Help change the world.  Happy Arbor Day!

EARTH DAY - APRIL 22, 2010

The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970 and was founded by United States senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin.  This day marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement and helped promote awareness about pollution of all kinds across the country.

2010 marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.  How will you celebrate?  Here are some suggestions for things you can do on Earth Day and every day to show your commitment to a clean environment:

* Wear green!  *  Plant flowers and trees.  *  Organize a neighborhood clean up.  *  Read a "green" book.  *  Teach others what you know.  *  Make nature crafts.  *  Recycle!  *  Ride your bike!