2016 Earth Day Events in Atlantic County Include Clean Up Activities, Hikes, & More

April 22nd marks the 47th observance of Earth Day and Things To Do In New Jersey is your source for 2016 Earth Day events in Atlantic County, New Jersey! Read on for 2016 Earth Day activities and celebrations happening around Atlantic County in the coming weeks. Be sure to follow the links for more information – some events require registration or have suggested age ranges.

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Earth Day Events in Atlantic County NJ

Earth Day Cleanup at Forsythe NWR

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
800 E. Great Creek Road
Galloway, New Jersey
609-652-1665 ext. 19

Saturday, April 16, 2016
8:30am to 12:00 pm

Celebrate Earth Day by helping to clean up the environment and learning how Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge protects, conserves and enhances habitat for fish and wildlife. Rain or Shine. Registration required. 609-652-1665 ext. 19. This cleanup is co-sponsored by Galloway Township Clean Communities program.

Clean Ocean Action’s 30th Annual Beach Sweeps

Various locations throughout Atlantic County

Saturday, April 30, 2016
9:00am-12:30pm

Join Clean Ocean Action volunteers in cleaning local beaches on April 30th at multiple locations throughout the state of New Jersey. Let’s keep the beaches clean for future generations! Visit Clean Ocean Action online for information on specific locations.

Wharton State Forest Clean Up

Historic Batsto Village
Wharton State Forest
Hammonton, New Jersey

Saturday, April 23, 2016
10:30am-3:30pm

Celebrate Earth Day by spending a few hours helping to clean up beautiful Wharton State Forest. Bags and gloves will be provided, dress for the weather in clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring water and lunch.

Atlantic County Utility Authority’s Annual Earth Day Festival

Haneman Environmental Park
6700 Delilah Road
Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

Sunday, April 24, 2016
10:00am – 4:00pm

Celebrate Earth Day 2016 in Atlantic County with a day of environmental entertainment and education for the whole family. Over 100 vendors, crafters and exhibitors will be part of the celebration. Attend free workshops, meet a penguin, join a parade, play games, make crafts, take a hayride, and tour the recycling center, Jersey Atlantic Wind Farm and wastewater facilities.

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