Celebrating the 50th Earth Day

We all love spring and love that we have a special day to celebrate being good stewards of the Earth on April 22. April is also when we observe Keep America Beautiful month. But did you know Girl Scouts care about the Earth every day!

Girl Scouts have always had a meaningful relationship with nature and the environment. It’s in our DNA! From the very beginning, Girl Scouts have not only enjoyed nature and the outdoors—they’ve cherished and protected our environment. As individuals, in troops, and as a nationwide movement, Girl Scouts put their hearts and minds to work for our planet every day.


Over the last six months, our Council's families and staff have teamed up to make something amazing happen. We took on the Trex Recycling Challenge and doubled our goal by collecting and recycling over 1,000 pounds of plastic wrap, film, and bags. We were given a bench made out of recycled plastic in recognition. We were also recognized by the City of Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council for our recycling efforts.

Thank you to all of all the families and volunteers who helped make this happen by recycling their bags! 



Whether it’s enjoying a walk in the woods, going on an overnight camping
adventure, or planting a vegetable garden, when Girl Scouts get outside, something special happens. Developing a connection to the outdoors can literally transform lives, and Girl Scouts have been ardent proponents of environmental stewardship throughout our organization’s 100-plus year history.

Click here for a few ways you can do your part to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and help make the world a better place. Remember to follow Center for Disease Control and state guidelines when participating in any of these activities. Share a picture or post of what you’re doing or have committed to do to celebrate using the hashtag #GSCCCEarthDay on social media. 

You can also visit the Keep America Beautiful website and get some ideas you and your family can do at home. 

Take explorations of the great outdoors to the next level — from the comfort and safety of your own home. Click to learn how you can visit national parks, virtually.

Outdoor Activity Idea - Next Time You Visit a Park- https://n.pr/2RTSzfw