Join Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) and our partners to celebrate Earth Month! Whether you want to volunteer, learn, or simply spend time outdoors, we’ve outlined a variety of activities and events below for every Earth enthusiast.
If you’re interested in additional volunteer opportunities, check out Green Seattle Partnership for more restoration and planting events across Seattle.
Volunteer Events
Earth Day Stencil Storm Drains
- Date: Monday, April 21, 2025 (Rain date: Thursday, April 24, 2025)
- Time: 1–2:30 p.m.
- Location: Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center (outside front entrance)
- Details: Help stencil storm drains in Ravenna to increase awareness of pollutants entering local waterways. Note that the activity involves uneven ground and about a one-mile distance.
- Cost: Free. Register here.
- Ages: 50+ (Lifelong Recreation Program)
Earth Day at the Locks
- Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Location: Fish Ladder Plaza, South End Locks
- Details: Participate in habitat restoration and help install a pollinator garden. This is a family-friendly event.
- Registration: Email lockvolunteer@usace.army.mil to sign up.
Clean Up The Cuts
- Date: Every 2nd Saturday (ongoing)
- Time: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Location: Fremont or Montlake Cut
- Details: Join in to clean up either of these iconic Seattle spots. Tools and gloves will be provided.
- Contact: Email lockvolunteer@usace.army.mil for more info.
Celebrations
Earth Day at Bitter Lake Community Center
- Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Time: 3:30–5 p.m.
- Location: Bitter Lake Community Center
- Details: Celebrate Earth Day and the newly renovated play area, restroom, and tennis court lighting in partnership with Bitter Lake Community Center.
- Cost: Free
Carkeek Park Earth Day Celebration
- Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Location: Playground at Carkeek Park
- Details: Celebrate with games, nature activities, volunteer projects, and intertidal beach exploration.
- Cost: Free
- Contact: Reach the Carkeek Park Visitor Center at 206-386-4236 or carkeek.park@seattle.gov.
Educational Activities
Arbor Day Neighborhood Tree Walk
- Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
- Time: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Location: Starting at High Point Commons Park
- Details: Join an urban naturalist for a guided neighborhood tree walk as part of Arbor Day celebrations. Registered participants will receive the meetup details.
- Cost: Free. Register here.
Ladybug Festival at Garfield Community Center
- Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Time: 2–4 p.m.
- Location: Garfield Community Center
- Details: Enjoy family-friendly activities, led by Environmental Educators and local partners. Don’t miss the highlight of the day—the release of ladybugs in the community garden!
- Cost: Free.
City Nature Challenge
- Date: April 25–28, 2025
- Location: Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle, WA
- Details: Participate in this global citizen science challenge to document local wildlife using your phone or camera.
- Learn More: City Nature Challenge – Woodland Park Zoo Seattle WA.
City Nature Challenge Walk
- Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Time: 9–11 a.m.
- Location: Starting at Dragon Pavilion
- Details: Join a guided walk to learn all about the City Nature Challenge.
- Cost: Free. Register Here.
Additional Nature Programming
Nature Journaling at Longfellow Creek
- Date & Time 1: Friday, April 18, 2025 | 4–6 p.m.
- Date & Time 2: Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 2–4 p.m.
- Location: Longfellow Creek
- Details: Join a stroll along Longfellow Creek with a naturalist to discover plants and animals in this urban watershed. Practice nature journaling skills with a free journal provided for participants.
- Cost: $10 (5–17 years old and 50+); $20 (18–49 years old). Register here.
Mushrooms and More at Discovery Park
- Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Location: Discovery Park
- Details: Learn about spring fungi and the broader world of fungi from SPR’s Environmental Education team. Photography is welcome during this educational adventure.
- Cost: $10 (5–17 years old and 50+); $20 (18–49 years old). Register here.
Nature Walk at Carkeek Park
- Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
- Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Location: Carkeek Park
- Details: Explore Carkeek Park with a naturalist. Use mindfulness to heighten awareness of the natural world and discover signs of spring.
- Cost: $10. Register here.
Don’t miss the opportunity to honor our planet and make a difference this Earth Month. Whether you volunteer, learn, or immerse yourself in nature, there’s something for everyone!
For even more options, visit Green Seattle Partnership. We can’t wait to see you out there!
