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4/16/2007

Iowans Encouraged to Give Back on 37th Earth Day

DES MOINES - It's often easy to take for granted all the abundant natural beauty in Iowa. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources' Keepers of the Land Volunteer Program reminds Iowans to take some time this week to give thanks for their fortune in having this abundance.

April 22 will mark the 37th celebration of Earth Day and Iowans are encouraged to celebrate Earth Day through a variety of volunteer opportunities offered across the state, including:

bullet8th annual Statewide Prairie Rescue: These events provide volunteers with a unique opportunity to assist in the preservation of remnant and recovered prairie. These events occur throughout the state during the month of April.

 
bulletState Parks/Preserves: State parks and recreation areas are the heart and soul of some of Iowa's most impressive natural treasures and are constantly in need of volunteer assistance. Simply contact a state park or recreation area and ask how you can help out.

 
bulletProjects for Your Community: If you have noticed something in or around your community that could use some extra attention, gather your own group and start something like a neighborhood cleanup or a recycling drive. All you need is some creativity and the desire to get the job done.

 
bulletYour Own Project: Visit a local, county, or state-owned outdoor area, maybe your favorite fishing hole or your dog's favorite place to romp, and pick-up trash or do something else to make a difference. Remember one individual's desire to help out is very contagious.

Earth Day began in 1970 as a response to growing ecological concerns in the United States and a call to action to inspire people to observe and protect the environment by giving back to the planet. The day soon grew in popularity and is now observed by hundreds of millions of people in 174 nations worldwide.

Visit www.keepersoftheland.org to find out more about volunteer opportunities throughout the state. Remember: every day is Earth Day.

For more information, contact Merry Rankin at (515) 281-0878 or by e-mail at Merry.Rankin@dnr.state.ia.us.

 

 

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