Since last year’s inaugural Countdown to Earth Day series in Kane County Connects was such a big hit, we’re bringing it back this year!

There’s no need to wait until Earth Day on April 22 to start celebrating our planet and becoming more engaged in taking care of its precious resources. Today marks the first day of three weeks worth of tips — 15 in all, one for every business day before Earth Day. Use them to tap into your inner eco-mindfulness and let your green spirit shine brighter than ever!

Let the countdown begin …

Cecilia Govrik, Resource Management Coordinator
Kane County Division of Environmental & Water Resources
March 31, 2017

Countdown to Earth Day Tip #15 — Join the Fun

Earth Day tree-planting at a Kane County forest preserve is a great way to get some exercise, get outdoors and spend time with family and friends. (CREDIT: Forest Preserve District of Kane County)

The best way to go green in Kane County is to get involved.

Make a vow to volunteer for some kind of program or event this spring that helps preserve and protect our natural resources. Visit the Volunteer Opportunities page from the Chicagoland Environmental Network to find local organizations that need a helping hand.

Or, consider volunteering with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County where you can “Be Inspired to Inspire Others” by participating in one of the Restoration Workdays or another special event, like Tree Planting on Earth Day.

Maybe you’d like to focus your efforts on the Fox River?  The Friends of the Fox River have several volunteer river cleanups on their calendar this spring, including the North Elgin Fox River Cleanup on April 22 and the Batavia River Cleanup on May 20.

Lending a hand for the planet doesn’t have to involve picking up trash or getting muddy … but that can certainly be part of the fun! Decide where your skills and talents could best be of use, and find the right eco-volunteering opportunity for yourself today.