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Friday,
February
26, 2010
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543 Elliott Trail
The Oxford Institute for Environmental Education will be holding the Live Oak Symposium from February 26 - 27 at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. $25 deposit required (refundable at symposium) (770) 784-4739.
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900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr.
Staff will work with volunteers, explaining the role of vegetation in the protection and conservation of historic earthworks and how these new planting help cut down on soil erosion as well as beautify the site.
None. Parking Fee: None. 770-427-4686 x 0.
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Saturday,
February
27, 2010
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9135 Willeo Rd.
Become the best interpretive guide you can be by earning the Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) credential from the National Association for Interpretation. $242 - $372 per person for the 4-day class 770.992.2055 x222.
MapQuest
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2450 South Milledge Ave.
Join this fun Saturday adventure and share what you learned by leading an activity station at our annual Forest Festival on March 3rd! Our Shared Forests (OSF) is Ecuador and Georgia’s Migratory Bird Partnership. In Ecuador, OSF targets habitat conservation throughout the Chocó Andean Corridor, one of the earth’s top five biodiversity hotspots. While, in both Ecuador and Georgia, it aims at creating awareness about 10 bird species that migrate between both regions. This Saturday program series explores migratory birds and their shared habitats through exciting hands-on activities including discovery hunts, bird observation and ID at feeding stations, a migration game, hikes, related crafts and a variety of other hands-on activities. SBG members $10; non-members $12
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800 Cherokee Avenue SE
$60 per participant. Parking Fee: None. 404.624.WILD.
MapQuest
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9135 Willeo Rd.
The fall class is now full but you can sign up for a waiting list for next session! 240 non-members/$210 members. Parking Fee: none. 770-992-2055 x 222.
MapQuest
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
Ladies - have you been interested in pursuing outdoor activities but need some guidance to get started? Well, this is your chance! Callaway Gardens is excited to announce a program designed specifically for women who love the outdoors – the Women’s Outdoor Weekend! Small class sizes and certified instructors guarantee a world-class, one-of-a-kind educational experience. 706-663-5153.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
Ladies - have you been interested in pursuing outdoor activities but need some guidance to get started? Well, this is your chance! Callaway Gardens is excited to announce a program designed specifically for women who love the outdoors – the Women’s Outdoor Weekend! Small class sizes and certified instructors guarantee a world-class, one-of-a-kind educational experience. 706-663-5153.
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9135 Willeo Rd.
Become the best interpretive guide you can be by earning the Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) credential from the National Association for Interpretation. $242 - $372 per person for the 4-day class 770.992.2055 x222.
MapQuest
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2450 South Milledge Ave.
Join this fun Saturday adventure and share what you learned by leading an activity station at our annual Forest Festival on March 3rd! Our Shared Forests (OSF) is Ecuador and Georgia’s Migratory Bird Partnership. In Ecuador, OSF targets habitat conservation throughout the Chocó Andean Corridor, one of the earth’s top five biodiversity hotspots. While, in both Ecuador and Georgia, it aims at creating awareness about 10 bird species that migrate between both regions. This Saturday program series explores migratory birds and their shared habitats through exciting hands-on activities including discovery hunts, bird observation and ID at feeding stations, a migration game, hikes, related crafts and a variety of other hands-on activities. SBG members $10; non-members $12
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800 Cherokee Avenue SE
Zoo Atlanta welcomes educators and their families to Educator Appreciation Day Saturday, August 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Explore the Zoo, learn about our education programs and how they are strategically aligned with Georgia Performance Standards, participate in a raffle, and enjoy a 10% discount in our gift shops and food outlets! Educators will receive a welcome packet and coupon for admission at check-in. The coupon admits one educator for FREE and $2 off general admission for your guests. Parking Fee: Free. 404.624.WILD..
MapQuest
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About half the U.S. population receives its drinking water from wells! And more than 90 percent of the fresh water in the United States and around the world is groundwater. Ground Water Awareness Week spotlights groundwater, as a valuable and renewable resource.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
Ladies - have you been interested in pursuing outdoor activities but need some guidance to get started? Well, this is your chance! Callaway Gardens is excited to announce a program designed specifically for women who love the outdoors – the Women’s Outdoor Weekend! Small class sizes and certified instructors guarantee a world-class, one-of-a-kind educational experience. 706-663-5153.
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9135 Willeo Rd.
240 non-members/$210 members. Parking Fee: None. 770-992-2055 x 222.
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1 McDaniel Station Road
Calling all fourth grade teachers in Calhoun and Gordon Counties! Program WaterDrop is beginning! Free! 706-263-4002.
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9135 Willeo Rd.
Become the best interpretive guide you can be by earning the Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) credential from the National Association for Interpretation. $242 - $372 per person for the 4-day class 770.992.2055 x222.
MapQuest
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6300 Cochran Mill Rd.
Come out to Cochran Mill Nature Center and make your very own rain barrel to take home! CMNC members: $38 per barrel,
Non-members: $40 per barrel. Parking Fee: none.
MapQuest
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Near the Mall of Georgia, off Plunketts Road.
2020 Clean Water Drive
PLU opportunity for Georgia teachers! This Series explores lifestyle choices that affect on the environment. Programs meet from 10-noon on the second Saturday of every month, August-May, but participants choose which five of the ten programs in the series they wish to attend. $60 for the entire Series ($50 for GEHC members). Parking Fee: None. 770.904.3500.
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61 Tsalaki Trail
In preparation for the upcoming spring fishing season, we will have a show and tell, helpful hints, and "how to" on fly tying, stream reading, casting, and more. Come at 9:30 to hear a presentation on stream entomology aka "steam critters." Register in advance. $5. Parking Fee: $5. 706-878-3087.
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National Wildlife Week is a signature event of National Wildlife Federation’s Be Out There™ campaign, an initiative to connect families and communities to nature, raise healthier kids, instill a conservation ethic, and inspire a life-long appreciation of wildlife and the environment. Held annually since 1938, National Wildlife Week is National Wildlife Federation’s longest-running education program.
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Wednesday,
March
17, 2010
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Tadpole Times
3rd Wednesday of Month 10 AM - 11 AM until Dec 15, 2010
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101 Pine Avenue
Designed for preschoolers and parents, Tadpole Times is held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10 am. Featuring the same monthly themes as Discovery Days, this special time features crafts, story times, snacks and live animal presentations geared toward our youngest visitors. FREE for Flint RiverQuarium members
Included with regular Flint RiverQuarium admission price for non-members. Parking Fee: None. 229-639-2650 ext. 233.
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61 Tsalaki Trail
Explore new topics on the third Wednesday of each month. $1 per child. Parking Fee: No fee. 706-878-3087.
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3333 Busbee Drive
TBA. Parking Fee: Free. (770) 498-5619.
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Fewer and fewer Americans understand the processes by which their food is produced and delivered. That’s precisely what Ag Day is all about: building awareness for—and appreciation of—the role of agriculture in our everyday lives.
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2125 Elachee Dr.
Learn to use a telescope to view the stars, constellations and planets in the night sky. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Call to register and reserve a telescope. Times will vary depending on sun setting. Adults $10, children $5, Members are free!. Parking Fee: none. 770-535-1976.
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2125 Elachee Dr.
Learn to use a telescope to view the stars, constellations and planets in the night sky. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Call to register and reserve a telescope. Times will vary depending on sun setting. Adults $10, children $5, Members are free!. Parking Fee: none. 770-535-1976.
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International World Water Day is held annually on 22 March as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.
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In 2010, the focus of World Water Day on March 22 will be "Communicating Water Quality Challenges and Opportunities."
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6300 Cochran Mill Rd.
Students will have the opportunity to learn the principles of watersheds and water pollution in a hands-on demonstration using a table top model called an Enviro-Scape.
$5 per participant (cash or check only). Parking Fee: none.
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The Day commemorates the entry-into-force, on 23 March 1950, of the Convention of the World Meteorological Organization. This year, the theme is “60 years of service for your safety and well-being”.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
At Robin Lake Beach, approximately 20 vendors from our area and surrounding states will be present. Also a wide variety of plants and unique gardening items such as orchids, bonsai, woody shrubs, Natives, Annuals, Perennials, & Garden Art will be shown.
For more info on event email education@callawaygardens. Free. Parking Fee: Free. 706-663-5153.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
Callaway Gardening School features Walter Reeves Radio and TV personality, Author and Callaway Gardens experts. You’ll get down-to-earth, tried and true garden advice as well as inspiration and new ideas. Design concepts, as well as how to handle the challenges of gardening in these arduous times, will be covered. $60.00 (three sessions and lunch)
Single Session: $20.00
Optional Box Lunch: $15.00 Parking Fee: Free. 706-663-5153.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
At Robin Lake Beach, approximately 20 vendors from our area and surrounding states will be present. Also a wide variety of plants and unique gardening items such as orchids, bonsai, woody shrubs, Natives, Annuals, Perennials, & Garden Art will be shown.
For more info on event email education@callawaygardens. Free. Parking Fee: Free. 706-663-5153.
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Earth Hour
Saturday, Mar 27, 2010 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
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On Earth Hour hundreds of millions of people, organizations, corporations and governments will come together to make a bold statement about their concern for climate change by doing something quite simple—turning off their lights for one hour.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
Callaway Gardening School features Walter Reeves Radio and TV personality, Author and Callaway Gardens experts. You’ll get down-to-earth, tried and true garden advice as well as inspiration and new ideas. Design concepts, as well as how to handle the challenges of gardening in these arduous times, will be covered. $60.00 (three sessions and lunch)
Single Session: $20.00
Optional Box Lunch: $15.00 Parking Fee: Free. 706-663-5153.
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Georgia International Horse Park
1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway
The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is a contemporary art and craft festival featuring 300 artist booths, two stages of entertainment, international food court and a large, interactive children's area. Free Admission. Parking Fee: $5.00
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P.O. Box 1789
Jump into learning about Georgia’s aquatic habitats and the flora and fauna of our wonderful state! $35.00 per person for both days and 1 PLU; $25 for one day, but no PLU. Registration includes curricula and numerous resources. 404/876-2900 x 113.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
Callaway Gardening School features Walter Reeves Radio and TV personality, Author and Callaway Gardens experts. You’ll get down-to-earth, tried and true garden advice as well as inspiration and new ideas. Design concepts, as well as how to handle the challenges of gardening in these arduous times, will be covered. $60.00 (three sessions and lunch)
Single Session: $20.00
Optional Box Lunch: $15.00 Parking Fee: Free. 706-663-5153.
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Entrance is at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 18/354
At Robin Lake Beach, approximately 20 vendors from our area and surrounding states will be present. Also a wide variety of plants and unique gardening items such as orchids, bonsai, woody shrubs, Natives, Annuals, Perennials, & Garden Art will be shown.
For more info on event email education@callawaygardens. Free. Parking Fee: Free. 706-663-5153.
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Georgia International Horse Park
1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway
The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is a contemporary art and craft festival featuring 300 artist booths, two stages of entertainment, international food court and a large, interactive children's area. Free Admission. Parking Fee: $5.00
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9135 Willeo Rd.
The fall class is now full but you can sign up for a waiting list for next session! 240 non-members/$210 members. Parking Fee: none. 770-992-2055 x 222.
MapQuest
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6300 Cochran Mill Rd.
$3 - non-members
$5 - members. Parking Fee: Free. 770-306-0914.
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767 Clifton Road, NE
Join educators-scientists from Fernbank Museum and Trees Atlanta and learn all about Atlanta's Champion Tree Contest and how to locate and measure a champion tree. We will also see some champion trees up close and personal in Fernbank Forest and discuss why this forest is able to produce so many champs. Event will take place rain or shine. For information on the day of the event, please call Eli Dickerson at 404-403-0822. FREE!. Parking Fee: none. 404-929-6396.
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Swamp Saturday
1st Saturday of Month 9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 4, 2010
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located close to Bush Field, Augusta GA
1858 Lock & Dam Road
The Academy’s trained volunteers lead free 2½-mile, 1½-hour hikes through Phinizy Swamp Nature Park the first Saturday of every month. Don’t miss a walk past wetlands and swamps, over picturesque trails, and scenic outlooks. Free. Parking Fee: n/a. 706-828-2109.
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9135 Willeo Rd.
This fun and educational workshop will prepare you to become involved in wetland conservation and restoration efforts. $100 for AAS and CNC members,
$125 for non-members. Parking Fee: FREE. 678-973-2437.
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World Health Day 2010 will focus on urbanization and health. With the campaign "1000 cities - 1000 lives", events will be organized worldwide calling on cities to open up streets for health activities. Stories of urban health champions will be gathered to illustrate what people are doing to improve health in their cities.
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2580 Pine Bluff Dr.
This fun and educational workshop will prepare you to become involved in wetland conservation and restoration efforts. $100 for AAS and CNC members, $125 for non-members. Parking Fee: FREE. 678-973-2437.
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Near the Mall of Georgia, off Plunketts Road.
2020 Clean Water Drive
PLU opportunity for Georgia teachers! This Series explores lifestyle choices that affect on the environment. Programs meet from 10-noon on the second Saturday of every month, August-May, but participants choose which five of the ten programs in the series they wish to attend. $60 for the entire Series ($50 for GEHC members). Parking Fee: None. 770.904.3500.
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900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr.
Staff will work with volunteers, explaining the role of vegetation in the protection and conservation of historic earthworks and how these new planting help cut down on soil erosion as well as beautify the site.
None. Parking Fee: None. 770-427-4686 x 0.
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located close to Bush Field, Augusta GA
1858 Lock & Dam Road
Join Academy staff in search of our many neo-tropical migrants as well as arriving summer residents. Experience the songs of the vireos, buntings, warblers, tanagers, and other songbirds. Registration deadline is Friday, April 9. $3 for Academy members, $5 for nonmembers. Parking Fee: n/a. 706-828-2109.
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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The major objective of National Environmental Crime Prevention Week (NECPW) is to convey to the general public and government enforcement personnel the seriousness of environmental criminal activity and increase their awareness of the signs of environmental criminal activity and the need to report such activity to the proper authorities. 303-462-9455.
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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9135 Willeo Rd.
240 non-members/$210 members. Parking Fee: None. 770-992-2055 x 222.
MapQuest
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2125 Elachee Dr.
Join Elachee staff and invited speakers for a hands-on program that explores habitats and ecosystems in Georgia. The program is a combination of lectures and outside learning in the Chicopee Woods plus field trips to other locations. Topics include: geology, stream life, spring wildflowers, reptiles & amphibians and much more! $125 for all 7 sessions. Must be 18 or older to participate. Parking Fee: none.
MapQuest
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Wednesday,
April
14, 2010
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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1400 Parker Road, Lobby A
The Master Naturalist program is a an Adult Environmental Education course developed by the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension and the Warnell School of Forest Resources for people who wish to be more informed about habitats, ecosystems, and the natural environments of our state. The cost is $195. Covers refreshments, speakers, handouts, books, shirt, nametag, graduation, etc. Parking Fee: none. 770-278-7373.
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) is the largest organized environmental education event in the United States. Made possible by Canon, it increases the educational impact of Earth Day by creating a full week of educational preparation, learning, and activities in K-12 classrooms, nature centers, zoos, museums, and aquariums. By participating in EE Week, you encourage your students to make a difference in their schools, homes, and communities! EE Week's 2010 theme is Be Water and Energy Wise.
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2010 International Year of Biodiversity
1/1/2010 -
12/31/2010
The United Nations declared 2010 to be the International Year of Biodiversity. It is a celebration of life on earth and of the value of biodiversity for our lives. The world is invited to take action in 2010 to safeguard the variety of life on earth: biodiversity.
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