Children help plant a tree during Earth Day event at Frick Environmental Center.
Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Frick Environmental Center
2005 Beechwood Boulevard, Squirrel Hill
For more information, call 412-422-6538
Earth Day Photos
Spend a day outdoors celebrating nature by participating in numerous family friendly, nature-oriented walks and workshops at this free Citiparks event sponsored by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and 91.3fm WYEP. The 151-acre Frick Woods Nature Reserve offers an extensive trail system and an impressive array of habitats filled with Pennsylvania's native plants.
Highlights:
- Animal Encounter
- Nature Walks
- Eco Art Activities
- Invasive Plant Sweep
- Tree Planting
- More Activity Info
Schedule:
Free Shuttle Service New this Year - Shuttle buses will pick up passengers at three locations at the times listed below:
- Liberty Elementary School (Shadyside), 601 Filbert Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
- Faison Elementary School (Homewood), 7430 Tioga Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
- Greenfield Elementary School, 1 Alger Street, Pittsburgh, Pa 15207
- Pick up Schedule to Frick: 11:00 a.m., Noon, 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m.
- Departure Schedule from Frick: 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.
Note:
- Two years ago, the Earth Day Festival received Gold level of certification under Zero Waste Pittsburgh's ZIP waste certification program. This year we are again taking all steps required to meet or exceed Gold level of certification. For more info about Zero Waste Pittsburgh's ZIP waste certification program, visit http://www.zerowastepgh.org/zip-events.html.
- We strive to make all City programs accessible to everyone regardless of ability. If you need an accommodation for a disability, please contact Patty Himes at 412-422-6538 or patricia.himes@pittsburghpa.gov five working days prior to the event. Every effort will be made to accommodate you.
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