This Sunday is World Environment Day! The day was started by the UN Environment Program back in ’72 to help make people more aware of the environment. The theme for this year’s World Environment Day is forests – they play a vital role in our climate, and they also provide essential habitat for plants and animals across the world! Here’s some ideas on what you could do this weekend to celebrate World Environment Day:
• Take a walk in one of our local nature reserves or bushland areas – The Penrith area is lucky to boast some great bushland areas including Castlereagh Nature Reserve, Agnes Banks Nature Reserve and Mulgoa Nature Reserve. The bonus is they’re fairly flat so they’re great for a leisurely stroll! For more information on these areas, click here.
• Visit the Blue Mountains National Park – The Blue Mountains are arguably up there with the most stunning landscapes in this country, and they’re located right on our doorstep! They play such a critical role in conserving biodiversity that they were added to the World Heritage List in 2000. Why not check out some of the amazing lookouts, or if you’re feeling more adventurous what about a bushwalk to the valley floor or a mountain bike ride? For more information click here.
• Drop in to Taronga Zoo – Zoos play a critical role in raising awareness about the threats to animals across the world, as well as working to breed species which are threatened in their native habitats. It’s also a great day out with the kids, and it offers some of the best views of Sydney Harbour around. My tip is to check out the fantastic free flight bird show. For more info on the zoo click here.
To find more information on World Environment Day visit www.unep.org/wed
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