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Epically Awesome Earth Day

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Ah, Earth Month, our favourite time of year. Every year at Earth Rangers, we celebrate it by doing something special. This year, we have the new Bring a Friend Mission. That’s where you team up with your friends to save animals. Check it out in the Mission section in the Earth Rangers App!

A young sapling sprouting out of the ground.

Now, did you know that Earth Month actually started as just one day? It’s true! It’s called Earth Day. Here are some fast facts:

  • Earth Day is April 22 every year. This year it’s on a Saturday.
  • The first Earth Day was in 1970. That means Earth Day will turn 53 this year!
  • It was started by a senator after a huge oil spill in California.
  • Students across the US joined in to bring attention to protecting the planet.
  • In 1990, Earth Day started being celebrated around the world.

We can’t talk about Earth Day without sharing a few things that make our planet great! Let’s take a look at some of our favourites:

Epic Mountains

A view of mountains over a lake with trees. Lake Moraine, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.

Fascinating Animals

A male a lion with 4 cubs in front of some grasses
A sea turtle looking at camera while swimming underwater

The Great Barrier Reef

An aerial shot of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Incredible Plants

A wind swept tree in front of a dirt hill
white lily and lily pads floating on water

The Amazon Rainforest

aerial view of a forest with a river running through it. The Amazing Rainforest

Amazing Ecosystems

secretary bird standing beside a tree in a savanna, Africa
View of a lake in a wetland with trees in the background and a rocky shore.

…and so much more!

What’s your favourite thing about planet Earth? Let us know in the comments!

Heads Up, Earth Ranger: Don't share any personal details in your comments (like your last name, school name, or even age). The Earth Rangers team checks all comments to keep it safe and fun for everyone!

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  6. I love earth day! I have a goal for earth day: I will complete 2 missions, convince others to become earth rangers and write a short story about the earth.

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