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Earth Month 2003

Saturday, April 12
Project Learning Tree A workshop to assist educators in teaching 7th through 12th graders about our solid waste dilemma. Cost: $45 with 1 unit of course credit; free without course credit. Lunch will be provided. To reserve space and obtain details, contact asrecycle@csuchico.edu or x5033. 11 am–3 pm, BMU 210.

Tie-Dye Workshop Bring any fabric of a light color, and we will swirl it into something new. Noon–1:30 pm, Free Speech Area.

Monday, April 14
Saving the Planet with Creepy Crawlers Check out wiggly worms, creepy crawlers, beautiful flowers, and a selection of organic veggies grown at CSU, Chico’s compost display area. 11 am–2 pm, Free Speech Area.

Video: Taking Back Our Trash II: Putting Waste to Work How can we sustain our quality of life, the environment, and the economy? 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm; BMU 208.

Tuesday, April 15
Trash Mountain One day’s accumulation of the BMU’s waste. 11 am–2 pm, Free Speech Area.

Wednesday, April 16
Breaking the Silence Discussions about violence against people and the earth. 9 am–3 pm, Free Speech Area.
Free Stuff and Eco-Consumer Information Day Reusable office materials and information about being an environmentally aware consumer. 11 am–2 pm, Free Speech Area.

Thursday, April 17
Video: Exporting Harm: The High-Tech Trashing of Asia This documentary illustrates how hazardous electronic waste is being exported to China, Pakistan, and India from the United States. 10 am, noon, 1 pm; BMU 304.

Electronic Waste Information Learn more about e-waste and how to properly discard your computers, TVs, and other electronic waste. 11 am–2 pm, Free Speech Area.

“Our Stolen Future” Dr. Pete Myers will discuss synthetic chemicals that mimic natural hormones resulting in birth defects, sexual abnormalities, and reproductive failures in wildlife as well as humans. 7 pm, BMU Auditorium.

Friday, April 18
Creek Clean Up Bring gardening gloves and comfortable shoes, and work as long as you like. For large groups, call x5033 ahead of time. Lunch will be at noon. 10 am–1 pm, meet at Free Speech Area.

Restoration Project Help remove exotic plants and restoration native plants. Learn about native vegetation and gardening tips for your own yard. 1 pm–3 pm, Free Speech Area.

Saturday, April 19
ECO-FEST 2003! A.S. Presents will host an array of bands, and everyone is encouraged to speak during open-mike sessions between band sets. Students who attended the Eugene Land Air and Water Conference will also host informational tables. Noon–6 pm, Chico State rose garden.

Sunday, April 20
Plant a Tree An opportunity to visit the Butte Creek Ecological Preserve and plant a tree. Tools and trees will be provided. Call x5033 for directions and further information about what to bring. 10 am–3 pm, Butte Creek Ecological Preserve at Honey Run.

Monday, April 21
Compost Demonstrations Compost bins will be set up where you can add your fruit and vegetable leftovers. Students will answer questions and give demonstrations. 11 am–2 pm, Free Speech Area.

John Muir’s Birthday Celebrate John Muir’s birthday with free cake and conversation. Noon–1 pm, Free Speech Area.

Tuesday, April 22
Eco-Information Day Learn about global warming, the Arboretum Club, conservation efforts on Big Chico Creek, and other environmental related issues. 10 am–3 pm, Free Speech Area.

Wednesday, April 23
Compost Demonstrations See Monday, April 21. 11 am–2 pm, Free Speech Area.

Veggie Burger Feed For $3, you’ll get a veggie burger with condiment; for $4, you’ll get a veggie burger, drink, and side salad. Noon–3 pm, Free Speech Area.

Thursday, April 24
Children’s Environmental Faire Educational booths, a waste-free lunch contest, and a children’s environmental play. 10 am–2 pm, Kendall Hall lawn.

Saturday, April 26
Beginning Compost Workshop Meet in front of the Big Chico Bridge on Rio Chico Way off West First Street. 9:50 am–11 am, Compost display area.

Sunday, April 27
Beginning Compost Workshop See Saturday, April 26. 9:50 am–11 am, Compost display area.

Friday, May 2
Compost Tea Party Learn about the benefits of compost, how to make it, and how to use it. Iced tea and compostable snacks will be served. Noon–3 pm, Compost display area along the railroad tracks.