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Earth Week: What's Up with Upcycling?

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Trail Center

When

April 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Earth Day is a time of celebration and appreciation here at First Landing. Over the course of two weekends, join the Rangers for some fun while learning about how we all can do our part to take care of our planet. Each day will feature a particular theme in environmental conservation. Join us by participating in programs, checking out our community partner tables, and completing self-guided activities. Come back each day to learn new ways to love our planet!

4/20 - What's Up with Upcycling?

11:00am - Resourceful Rangers Table: Swing by this touch table all about the resource management division of State Parks and how our system supports sustainability in our park projects.

2:00pm - Zero Waste Craft Hour: Join Rangers for a crafting workshop designed to transform trash into treasure and give back to the environment.

*Check out REI's community partner table at the Trail Center to see how you can upgrade your upcycling game when it comes to gear.

Kids upcycle water bottles at a crafting event.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov