News Release
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
April 16, 2002 |
SET ASIDE TIME TO CELEBRATE OUR ENVIRONMENT
CARY, NC – Make plans now to participate in the Town of Cary’s FREE four-day, hands-on celebration of the environment, April 18-21, 2002. The long weekend-extended event, which includes Arbor Day and Earth Day, will take place at several times and locations around town and includes educational and recreational experiences designed to raise awareness and appreciation for the environment.
"By choosing to formally participate in these national celebrations, we hope to convey the Town's recognition of the universal importance of a healthy and sustainable environment," said Town of Cary Recycling Coordinator Karen Hales. "We want to promote citizen awareness and understanding of the range of environmentally related programs and services being provided by the Town and other local-impact organizations, and we hope to promote good environmental stewardship at multiple levels—from individual to local, regional, national, and even global."
Activities include:
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April 18 |
Arbor Day Observe Cary Arbor Day by conducting a neighborhood tree search, taking a tree walk, or giving your yard a "tree check-up" |
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April 19 |
Clean Your Files Day Clean out your files and recycle the unnecessary paper; a great time for your business to start its own recycling program |
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April 20 |
Earth Day Celebration Dozens of activities for all ages-- stream searches, backyard composting, "Do Worms Eat Your Garbage" activity table, EnviroScapeâ interactive watershed display, hands-on indoor water efficiency activities, and outdoor watering as well as appearances by Dottie Bottle, featured in the Recycled Guys television ads . |
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Ritter Park |
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April 21 |
Volunteer for Cary Day
Looking for a volunteer experience, community service project, conservation project, or just a way to give back to the local environment? The Town is sponsoring three community outreach projects to celebrate Earth Day."Storm Drain Stenciling" (ages 10 and up)--Cary has thousands of storm drains, which empty into the Neuse River or Cape Fear River watersheds. The Town is committed to being the first local government to have all its drains marked with the message, "Flows to Neuse River" or "Flows to Cape Fear River". Bring yourself, your family, or group and help label the drains in local neighborhoods. Wear old clothes. Spray paint and stencils will be provided. To register yourself or your group, call (919) 469-4038. "Litter Sweep" (ages 12 and up) - Join forces with citizens across the state and take pride in a clean and beautiful community! Bring yourself, your family, or group and help clean the litter from our roadways. Wear old clothes. Trash bags, recycle bags and gloves are provided. To register yourself or your group, call (919) 469-4090. "Hemlock Bluffs Trail Workday" (ages 6 and up) - Join forces with the Nature Center staff to assist with trail maintenance and improvements. By doing so, you will aid the Preserve in its conservation efforts and you will improve the experience of many future visitors. Help maintain the trails that you and so many have grown to love. Participants should bring gloves, rakes, and wheelbarrows if you have them. Be prepared for a sweaty workout! Pre-registration is required. Call (919) 387-5980 to register yourself or your group for this very worthwhile effort. |
2 - 4 p.m.
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White Oak Park 1236 Jenks Carpenter Rd.
400 James Jackson Ave.
Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd. |
For more information on the Town of Cary’s environmental special events, please call (919) 469-4090 or visit us online at
www.townofcary.org###
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PRIMARY CONTACTS: |
Karen Hales, Recycling Specialist, (919) 462-3873 |
