April shows. Paris in the springtime. Cherry blossoms. Unofficial celebrations of nature in April. 

April also has a lot of official nature celebrations. Here’s the short list. Please feel free to share others I’ve missed.

Arbor Day April 30. Celebrate and plant trees. Learn more: http://www.arborday.org/arborday/

Earth Day April 22.  Celebrate our planet and enroll in an activity to help improve and preserve it. Learn more: http://www.earthday.net/earthday2010

Children and Nature Week Learn ways to enjoy the outdoors with your family. Learn more: http://www.childrenandnature.org/movement/awarenessmonth/

National Park Week Celebrate our national parks. Learn more: http://www.nps.gov/npweek/