The Black Hills State University Sustainability Department will host the annual Earth Day Festival April 18 on the campus green, inviting students, faculty, staff, and community members to celebrate sustainability and environmental stewardship. This year’s event theme of “Think Global, Act Local” aims to inspire attendees to take local action to contribute globally to the environment.
The day of events will kick off with a social hour at 9:30 a.m. followed by a presentation by the Spearfish Trails Coalition, this year’s keynote presenter, in Meier Hall from 10 to 11 a.m. The coalition will give a presentation on their mission of creating enriching trail experiences to foster connection, stewardship, and engagement across the community.
Immediately following the presentation, the Earth Day Festival will start at 11 a.m., featuring educational booths, student and community organization tables, food trucks, solar panel tours, a free plant giveaway, and interactive activities on campus green. Other events include performances by Heathen Dream at 11 a.m., Chuck Will’s Widow at noon, and Neon City at 1 p.m.
“Our goal is to provide over 300 BHSU students, faculty, staff, and community members with an encouraging and informative experience at the Earth Day Festival,” said Taryn Davis, project lead for the festival. “We hope attendees leave inspired to take local action and contribute to a healthier, thriving world.”
For more information, visit BHSU Sustainability on Facebook, or contact Taryn Davis at Taryn.Davis@yellowjackets.BHSU.edu.