By Jaime Farrar

Most of us try to be “green” for at least one day (hopefully more) out of the year for Earth Day, celebrated in April, but why not go green for 30 days?  It’s easy & below is a simple plan for little tips on 30 days of “green”.

April 1^st- April Fools Day!  Save on waste, and avoid toilet papering your neighbor’s yard, or tin foiling your co-workers desk, and publish a web based prank via email, Twitter or Facebook instead- make up a story about yourself and really confuse people!

First week in April: “Health Week”- April 5^th is National Raisen & Spice Bar Day (who knew?) and April 7^th is World Health Day.  Be good to your body and eat extra healthy this week!  Who knows, you might decide you really like it!  Check the Nevada EcoNet blog for recipes!

Second week in April: “Green Cleaning Week”- Knowing our Northern Nevada weather, there is a big chance that the weather will still be a little cold at this point.  Stay in this week and get some of that much needed spring cleaning done!  Did you know that vinegar mixed with water can be used to clean almost anything around the house?  It’s a great cleaning agent, and environmentally friendly!  Is the sun shining?  Start your own garden for your favorite veggies & herbs.

Third week in April: “Earth Day All Week”- Although the Northern Nevada celebration will be held on May 1^st, actual Earth Day is on April 22^nd.  Celebrate this week by biking, car pooling, walking, or using public transportation as much as possible this week.  Happy Earth Day!

Last week in April- The Earth Day celebration is this weekend, May 1^st at Idlewild Park!  Car pool, walk or bike to the event when possible, and tell your family, friends and coworkers about the event- spread the word!  We can’t wait to spend the day with you & are very excited about this year’s event!  To participate or volunteer for the event visit the Nevada EcoNet website for details.