{"id":3774,"date":"2015-04-18T08:00:12","date_gmt":"2015-04-18T14:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cloud9living.com\/blog\/?p=3774"},"modified":"2021-02-01T18:24:38","modified_gmt":"2021-02-02T01:24:38","slug":"earth-day-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/blog\/earth-day-activities","title":{"rendered":"16 Earth Day Activities that Make a Mind-Blowing Mark"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, citizens of our beautiful planet unite in their respective countries to celebrate Earth Day. This global gig commemorates (and continues!) a monumental feat in environmental awareness and advocacy.<\/p>\n<p>Countless Earth Day activities will be in motion on April 22<sup>nd<\/sup>. And since peer pressure is <em>very<\/em> real, we\u2019ve got to ask \u2014 how will <em>you<\/em> be jumping in on the planet\u2019s biggest party?<\/p>\n<p>Here are some Earth Day ideas to get you started, ranging from academic to adventurous, so that you can pick your perfect way to honor the health and happiness of our home.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Get in on Adventurous Earth Day Activities<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">!<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes the best Earth Day celebrations are those that involve an appreciation for the great outdoors. Which then leads to a personal awareness of or concern for environmental issues. Virgin Gifts offers remarkable experiences to help get that ball rolling. Check \u2018em out!<\/p>\n<p>Here are 16 unique Earth Day activities that will get you exploring and experiencing the vast glory of the great outdoors in entirely natural ways*, in the name of keeping Mother Earth sparkling.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/whitewater-rafting-experiences?camp=blog\"><strong>Whitewater rafting<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Let rambunctious rivers carry you downstream and over rapids for the ultimate adrenaline rush!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rock climbing<\/strong> \u2013 No views on April 22 will beat those that come from the top of a cliff \u2014 especially alongside the satisfaction of conquering the face of a magnificent stone beast!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/guided-hiking-climbing-and-caving\"><strong>Cave spelunking<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Explore incredible underground formations and see what\u2019s happening beneath the Earth\u2019s surface!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hiking<\/strong> \u2013 Let unparalleled Earth Day activities take you off the everyday-grid. Trek through National Forests and parks, keeping your eyes peeled for sightings of stunning fauna and flora.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Horseback riding<\/strong> \u2013 Embark on a whimsical wander through the wilderness on a trustworthy steed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/kayak-paddling-experiences\"><strong>Kayaking and canoeing<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Enjoy the serenity that comes with the quiet lapping of paddle-to-water as you venture along new territory, among breathtaking scenery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ziplining<\/strong> \u2013 Escape the hustle and bustle of the city; instead, indulge in the exhilaration of swinging among treetops and over valleys.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bike tours<\/strong> \u2013 Pedal at the perfect pace, enjoying the sensational feeling of fresh air on your face as you explore urban nooks and crannies that aren\u2019t accessible by car.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Backpacking<\/strong> \u2013 Savor the simplicity of the great outdoors. Hike into beautiful, out-of-the-way places, traveling light and carrying absolutely all that you need right on your back.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Running (for beer!)<\/strong> \u2013 For Earth Day ideas that get your heart pumping, let your legs take you on a brewery tour, traversing city streets by foot with fellow pint-loving enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/zip-line-and-bungee-experiences\"><strong>Bungee jumping<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 After a gorgeous 5-mile hike through the Angeles National Forest, take a joyful jump off of California\u2019s renowned Bridge to Nowhere \u2014 amid the spectacular surroundings of the San Gabriel Mountains.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mountain biking<\/strong> \u2013 For action-packed sightseeing, hop on a ride that\u2019s ready for rugged terrain! Let your adrenaline run wild among some of nature\u2019s finest landscapes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Beekeeping<\/strong> \u2013 For truly unique Earth Day activities for adults, this is a must-do! Get an up-close and personal look at the secret life of bees, watching them hard at work to get that honey going.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virgingifts.com\/scuba-experiences\"><strong>Scuba diving<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Take the ultimate plunge into the H2O habitat. Soak up the peaceful, mysterious and intriguing world that exists beneath the waves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Carriage rides<\/strong> \u2013 The perfect alternative to being on the actual horse is being elegantly pulled by it, as you peruse beautiful scenery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Vineyard tours<\/strong> \u2013 Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of sipping and strolling through the serene ambiance of a remotely-located winery. Take in the picturesque countryside, fresh air, and calming sounds of surrounding wildlife.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>*<\/em><\/strong><em>By \u201centirely natural,\u201d we mean that these Earth Day activities are enjoyed with no gas, engines, exhaust, smoke, or other forms of pollution or power included.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Brush up on Earth Day History & Its Influences!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1960s:<\/strong> This marked a decade of increasing awareness among Americans, regarding pollution and environmental issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1962:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gaylord_Nelson\">Gaylord Nelson<\/a> is elected as a U.S. Senator; educating the federal government that the Earth is at risk and needs to be treated in healthier manners is at the top of his to-do list.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1969:<\/strong> Nelson pitches his idea of initiating Earth Day at a conference, inviting the entire United States to join the initiative. Americans respond with incredible enthusiasm!<\/li>\n<li><strong>1970:<\/strong> Earth Day is first officially celebrated on April 22<sup>nd<\/sup>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1970:<\/strong> Earth Day activities include rare political collaboration among both Democrats and Republicans alike (<em>woohoo!<\/em>), and involve nationwide rallies and clean-up efforts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1970s:<\/strong> Some of the 70\u2019s most recognized pollution culprits include (but are not limited to): factory air waste, chemical pollution and toxic dumping, raw sewage disposal, gas-guzzling cars, oil spills, and a general indifference about littering and wildlife preservation\/extinction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1971:<\/strong> Thanks to the previous year\u2019s Earth Day efforts, a poll shows a whopping 2,500% increase (since the previous year) in the public recognizing environmental protection as a prioritized goal.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1971:<\/strong> The organization known as Greenpeace (environmental activists) is founded.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1972:<\/strong> Congress passes the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.epa.gov\/agriculture\/lcwa.html\">Clean Water Act<\/a>, legally limiting the amount of pollution added to streams, lakes and rivers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1973:<\/strong> Congress seems to be on a roll! The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.fws.gov\/international\/laws-treaties-agreements\/us-conservation-laws\/endangered-species-act.html\">Endangered Species Act<\/a> is passed, thereby protecting animals and their ecosystems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1980:<\/strong> Nelson becomes a counselor for an environmental group known as The Wilderness Society.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1990:<\/strong> April 22<sup>nd<\/sup> environmental efforts go global! Over 200 million people in 140+ different countries participate in Earth Day activities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1990:<\/strong> This year marks the push in recycling enterprises at the global level.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1992:<\/strong> United Nations Earth Summit\u2019s agenda addresses principle issues of the environment and sustainable development, due largely to past Earth Day influences and educational pieces.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1995:<\/strong> President Bill Clinton awards Nelson with the \u201cPresidential Medal of Freedom\u201d for founding Earth Day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>2000:<\/strong> 184 countries collaborate in focusing their Earth Day initiatives on clean energy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Present Time:<\/strong> Earth Day is recognized as the \u201clargest secular civic event in the world,\u201d according to the Earth Day Network (the nonprofit gurus who lead the way in coordinating Earth Day ideas and outreach).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>More Fun Things to Do on Earth Day!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Attend a workshop or class<\/strong> that promotes Earth Day ideas and environmental advocacy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Binge-watch episodes of <\/strong><em><strong>National Geographic<\/strong><\/em>,<em> NOVA<\/em>, or Disney\u2019s <em>Earth<\/em>. (Yes, we realize the TV needs power, so we\u2019ll chalk this one up as an educational necessity.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Join clean-up efforts<\/strong> in a park or along a public highway.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spend time outside<\/strong>, totally unplugged \u2014 no phone, no music, nothing. Immerse yourself in nature\u2019s incredible sights and sounds for a few hours.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Write a letter to local legislators<\/strong> if your area is lacking in recycling or \u2018going green\u2019 opportunities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Volunteer to lead Earth Day activities<\/strong> at a local school to teach the community\u2019s youngest citizens about topics like the three Rs (reduce, reuse and recycle).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Give your green thumb a workout<\/strong> \u2014 either in your own yard or by donating time or resources to a community garden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<br>\n<\/p><div class=\"blog-experience-finder\" id=\"experience-finder-8UO8IA0R\">\n    <div class=\"form-group form-group-regions selectric-theme-flydown\">\n        <label> Region:<\/label>\n        <select class=\"finder_regions\" name=\"finder_regions\" required>\n        <\/select>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"form-group selectric-theme-flydown form-group-categories\">\n            <label> Categories:<\/label>\n            <select class=\"finder_categories\" name=\"finder_categories\">\n            <\/select>\n        <\/div>\n        <button type=\"submit\">\n        Go!\n    <\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<script type=\"application\/javascript\">\n  $j(document).ready(function () {\n    var htmlId = \"8UO8IA0R\"\n    var showCategories = \"true\" === 'true'\n\n    var categories = _.sortBy(Cloud.getConfig('categories'), 'name');\n    var regions = _.filter(Cloud.getConfig('regions'), function (region) {\n      return region.name.toLowerCase() !== 'national'\n    });\n\n    var regionsOptionsMarkup = _.map(regions, function(region) {\n      var stateCode = '';\n      if(typeof region.state_code !== 'undefined') {\n        stateCode = region.state_code + ' - ';\n      }\n      return '<option value=\"'+ region.name +'\">' +\n        stateCode + region.name +\n        '' ;\n    });\n    regionsOptionsMarkup.shift()\n    regionsOptionsMarkup.unshift('<option disabled selected value=\"\"> Select a region');\n\n    \/\/ Add the options to the select\n    $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .finder_regions').append(regionsOptionsMarkup);\n\n    $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .finder_regions').selectric({\n      \"arrowButtonMarkup\": '<i class=\"fa fa-angle-down selectric-button\">',\n      onChange: function (element) {\n        removeError();\n      }\n    });\n\n\n    if (showCategories) {\n\n      var categoriesOptionsMarkup = _.map(categories, function (cat) {\n        return '<option value=\"' + cat.url_key + '\">' +\n          cat.name +\n          '';\n      });\n      categoriesOptionsMarkup.unshift('<option disabled selected value=\"\"> Select a category');\n      $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .finder_categories').append(categoriesOptionsMarkup);\n      $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .finder_categories').selectric({\n        \"arrowButtonMarkup\": '<i class=\"fa fa-angle-down selectric-button\">'\n      });\n    }\n\n    function renderError() {\n      $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .form-group-regions').addClass('invalid');\n      $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .form-group-regions').append('<small class=\"error\">Please select a region.')\n    }\n\n    function removeError() {\n      $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .form-group-regions').removeClass('invalid');\n      $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .form-group-regions small').remove();\n    }\n\n    $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' button').click(function (evt) {\n      evt.preventDefault();\n\n      var regionText = $j('#experience-finder-' + htmlId + ' .form-group-regions .selectric p.label').text();\n      var categoryText = showCategories ? 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