Earth Day was created back in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson who wanted to make sure environment protection got on the national agenda. Today, we celebrate the day through events like beach clean-ups, environmental fairs and more. If you are looking for ways to give back or learn about the environment for Earth Day, we have you covered! Here are some things to do for Earth Day 2024 near Vancouver, Washington and throughout Clark County.
Ivy Removal
April 5, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Marine Park
4501 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver
The Water Resources Education Center is asking for help removing invasive ivy from our beautiful Marine Park! Sign up via this online form. For questions, email vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or call 360.487.7111.
Litter Pickup Event
April 9, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Kevanna Park
10500 NE 47th Street, Vancouver
In honor of Arbor Day (and a bit ahead of Earth Day!) volunteer to clean up Kevanna Park. Sign up by emailing litterstewards@cityofvancouver.us.
Litter Pickup Event
April 13, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Old Apple Tree Park
112 Columbia Way, Vancouver
Old Apple Tree Park is a symbol of our community. Help clean it up for Earth Day 2024! Sign up by emailing litterstewards@cityofvancouver.us.
Meadowscaping Spring Cleanup
April 13, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver
At this community volunteer event, the Vancouver Bee Project and the Water Resources Education Center are asking for help caring for a newly planted meadow! During the event, you will help clean out any unwanted plant species and work in the Backyard Habitat Certified Gardens. To get involved, contact the Water Resources Education Center at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360.487.7111.
Beach Cleanup
April 17
Marine Park, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
4501 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver
Vancouver’s Water Center is hosting a beach cleanup at Marine Park the weekend before Earth Day. All tools provided. Preregistration is required and can be completed through this online form.
Earth Day Tree Planting
April 19, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Steigerwald Commerce Center Wetland Mitigation Site
The Port of Camas-Washougal is having a tree planting day at Steigerwald Commerce Center Wetland Mitigation Site in celebration of Earth Day. They ask that people contact them by calling 360.835.2196 for more information.
Earth Day Fest and Tree Planting
April 20, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Columbia Springs
Clark Public Utilities StreamTeam is heading to Columbia Springs for tree planting on April 20, 2024. All ages are welcome, they will provide refreshments and free totes while supplies last! Register beforehand on the Clark Public Utilities website.
Pollinator Party
April 21, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Camas Library
NE 4th Avenue, Camas
The Camas Earth Day Society, the Camas Library and the Camas Bee Lady invite you to come and help rejuvenate the garden by the beehive at the front of the library, just in time for Earth Day! Bring work gloves. They will provide tools and the know-how. All ages are invited to this event that promises to be fun and good for the Earth! Register on the Earth Day Society event.
Litter Pickup Event
April 27, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wintler Community Park
640 SE Beach Drive, Vancouver
Sign up ahead of time for this Litter Pickup Event at Wintler Community Park. Email litterstewards@cityofvancouver.us.
Have an Earth Day event? Email the details to submit@ClarkCountyTalk.com!
