A look back at Earth Day highlights, from hands-on science demos to up-close wildlife encounters and interactive learning experiences for all ages. Photos by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
A local animal rehab group taught students about wildlife care, introducing them to an owl and a few other feathered friends. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
At Earth Day, participants tested their knowledge and earned prizes at a variety of interactive tables. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
A crowd favorite at Earth Day is the giant inflatable whale, inviting kids to crawl inside and try their hand at speaking whale. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
Presenters from Paradise Creek Nature Park offered interactive learning experiences, including viewing specimens under a microscope. Photo Chuck by Thomas/91制片厂
Eileen Hoffman (left), known for her work in marine ecosystems, gives a hands-on look at what it鈥檚 like to find a barnacle growing on an oyster shell. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
Educational displays showcased the impacts of microplastics while teaching participants how to protect and keep waterways clean. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
Prior to the advent of drones, scientists used specialized viewing tools to map three-dimensional aerial terrain. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
A local animal rehab group taught students about wildlife care, introducing them to an owl and a few other feathered friends. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
At Earth Day, participants tested their knowledge and earned prizes at a variety of interactive tables. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
A crowd favorite at Earth Day is the giant inflatable whale, inviting kids to crawl inside and try their hand at speaking whale. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
Presenters from Paradise Creek Nature Park offered interactive learning experiences, including viewing specimens under a microscope. Photo Chuck by Thomas/91制片厂
Eileen Hoffman (left), known for her work in marine ecosystems, gives a hands-on look at what it鈥檚 like to find a barnacle growing on an oyster shell. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
Educational displays showcased the impacts of microplastics while teaching participants how to protect and keep waterways clean. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂
Prior to the advent of drones, scientists used specialized viewing tools to map three-dimensional aerial terrain. Photo by Chuck Thomas/91制片厂