Celebrating Earth Day In Walton County Events & Activities

There are so many ways to make a difference for our planet on Earth Day, April 22, and every day. Join millions worldwide in Earth Day 2025 activities, attend a local event here in Souht Walton.

Earth Day Town Hall is on April 5th, 2025 from 11Am until 2PM at Padgett Park in SoWal. (Google Maps Link)

Walton County continues to be one of the fastest growing Counties in the Country, and this is leading to a lot of changes. Much of the remaining land that is undeveloped is in flood zones or contains wetlands that pose risks to water quality and natural habitats if developed. Taking into account that we live in a disaster-prone area, questions remain around these developments. Are they safe? Is it smart? Is it even sustainable?

Please join us on Saturday April 5th from 11am-2pm in Padgett Park as we ponder answers to these questions and more at the 4th Annual Earth Day Hall. The theme this year is “Building Our Community”. Topics to be discussed include Community adaptation of recent Florida Statutes like the Live Local Act; Strategic Planning and Mitigation in Walton County; Success Stories and Generational Impact of Affordable Housing; Updates on Recycling in our County.

The event is free and open to the public. We will have speakers from a range of organizations, including the Florida Housing Coalition, the Emerald Coast Chapter of the Florida Planning Association and Habitat for Humanity. Also, please plan to tour the Community Garden in Padgett Park during the event to learn about their programs.

Hosted by the Democratic Environmental Caucus, the Democratic Women’s Club and Cultivate Community Gardens. For questions email waltonenvironmentalists@gmail.com.

Earth Day Bay Cleanup at Sandestin Baytowne Marina - Celebrate Earth Day with Sandestin on Tuesday, April 22 at Baytowne Marina. Beginning at 7:30AM, help clean the shoreline by removing plastics and other debris harmful to local wildlife, bay water and natural resources along the Sandestin boundary of Choctawatchee Bay. Refreshments will be provided.

7:30 - Gather, mingle, meet and greet with morning refreshments
7:45 - Welcome and appreciation
7:50 - Start Pickup
9:30 - Raffle Costa Sunglasses and Prize
10:00 - Gather collections and take a picture!

Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort is the #1 resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast. Located in Miramar Beach, Florida, Sandestin spans 2,400 acres between the Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Check out all Sandestin has to offer at www.Sandestin.com. 

Earth Hour - April 22nd from 8:30-9:30PM
This international event has been happening for years. Lights out for just one hour can have a significant impact our planet. It reduces carbon emissions and helps improve air quality. Take the time to shut the lights off, meditate, prayer, have a conversation with a love one, or just chill.

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
 Here's a breakdown of key information:  

    Purpose:
        It's a day dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting actions to protect the Earth.   

It encourages individuals, communities, and governments to take responsibility for environmental sustainability.  

History:

    The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970.   

It was initiated by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as a "national teach-in on the environment."  
It played a significant role in the growth of the modern environmental movement.  

Global Impact:

    Today, Earth Day is a global event, observed by millions of people in over 190 countries.   

It's coordinated globally by www.EARTHDAY.ORG.  

Activities:

    Earth Day is marked by a wide range of activities, including:
        Environmental rallies and demonstrations.
        Outdoor activities like tree planting and cleanups.   

Educational events and workshops.  
Efforts to promote sustainable practices.  

Earth Day 2025:

    Earth Day 2025 will be on Tuesday, April 22nd.   

The theme for Earth day 2025 is "Our Power, Our Planet" which has a focus on renewable energy.  

Earth Day serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of environmental stewardship and the need for collective action to address the challenges facing our planet.