Earth Month

Take a look below to view 2026 Earth Month events!

There's many fun, educational, and service based events to partake in this April! Follow the Office of Campus Sustainability on social media for updates and annoucements. Also, read an educational article highlighting the environmental stance BGSU has taken over the last 5 decades, "BGSU Rallies around Earth Day".

Crim Creek Community Litter Cleanup

Thursday, April 2 | 4 - 6 PM

End of Williams St

Just a 7-minute walk from BGSU's Centennial Hall is a creek that manages stormwater runoff in the community, and it greatly needs a team of volunteers for a litter and trash cleanup before adverse effects to the local ecosystem and water quality occur. Let's do some public good outdoors to kick off Earth Month! Visit the event page on BGSUServes to sign up to volunteer.

Tree Plantings

Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 16 | 1 - 2:15 PM

See BGSUserves for Locations

We have two opportunities for you to help us plant a row of native Ohio trees! Join us in making a lasting impact on campus and adding to the more than 4,800 trees at BGSU. Trees induce cooling in the summer, provide habitat for animals, filter rainwater and reduce runoff, sequester carbon and produce oxygen, are aesthetically pleasing, amongst other benefits! Registration on BGSUserves is required to volunteer:

04/08/26: Tree Planting #1

04/16/26: Tree Planting #2

BGSU Eco Fair

Tuesday, April 14 | 11 AM - 2 PM (Rain or Shine)

BGSU Union Oval

See live animals (Bald Eagle, Hawks, Owls, reptiles, flying squirrels, etc.), try slacklining, grab a free plant, see electric vehicles, checkout environmental information tables and displays, and more! Come to the Eco Fair and fill out your passport by visiting 7 organizations, and you'll be entered to win a brand-new AHA Sparkling Water branded Kent bike. The location will be outside on the Union Oval, by the BGSU letters. Don't miss this free event!

WYMO Donations Begin

Wednesday, April 15 - Until Halls Close

Residence Hall Lobbies, Greek Townhouses, Union Lobby, Market Locations

When you move out, don't throw it out! Donate clothing, non-perishable food, and anything else still useable to benefit those in need in WYMO collection boxes! Donation boxes will be in place until the Res Halls close for the year. Items are redistributed to the campus and local community, and local non-profits. For more details on acceptable items, visit: bgsu.edu/wymo

City of Bowling Green Earth Day Celebration

Sunday, April 19 | 2 - 4 PM

Montessori School of Bowling Green (515 Sand Ridge Rd)

Plant a seed with BGSU Sustainability or take home a tree from BG SONG. Learn about dragonflies with the Bowling Green Parks & Rec Department, learn about trees with the City’s Urban Forester, and give the Wood County Park District’s giant Earth Ball a roll. Interactive games will be provided by the Wood County Solid Waste District, Northwestern Water & Sewer District, and others. We are looking for a handful of BGSU student volunteers to help assist with setup and take turns as the eco-mascots. Signup here: Volunteer at the Earth Day Celebration

Earth Day Lunch & Learn Presentation by Dr. Timothy Pape

Wednesday, April 22 | 12 - 1 PM

Hayes 118

In honor of Earth Day, join us for a lunch & learn presentation by Dr. Timothy Pape as he presents his research "Addition by Subtraction: The Enviro-Social Infrastructure Dynamics of Dam Removals." Environmental degradation is accelerating social-ecological crises throughout the world. Come for free pizza, and learn about recent findings related to environmental, social, and economic benefits derived from dam removals and ecological restoration. Only 40 people can attend - RSVP required at the link! BGSUserves Lunch & Learn Event Page

Slippery Elm Trail Bike Tour

Saturday, April 25 | 1 - 4 PM

Begins from Reed St. Bike Garage

Take a study break and join us on a free springtime bike ride as we embark down the Slippery Elm Trail and back with the Outdoor Adventure Club. We'll make stops to explore the Rudolph Savannah and the Rudolph Bike Park. The start of the bike ride will be from 507 E Reed St, the BGSU Bike Rental Garage. Helmets encouraged. Weather dependent. Limited bikes available to borrow. If you need one or are bringing your own, sign up on BGSUServes: Earth Month Bike Ride with OAC on the Slippery Elm Trail

Friday Night Lights

April 3, 10, 17, & 24 | 6:30 PM

Union Theater (outside entry doors)

This is the last chance for the year to reduce energy usage and our carbon footprint by turning off lights in buildings. Registration is required for each date. To register, visit our BGSUserves page: bgsu.givepulse.com/group/669778

Earth Month Social Posts

All of April

@greenBGSU

Check out our social media on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook for important Earth Month updates and photos, and environmental messages. Follow us to stay up to date on all things Earth Month!

Last Day of WYMO

End of Day, Saturday, May 2 | When Buildings Close at 10 AM

Residence Hall Lobbies, Greek Townhouses, Union Lobby, Market Locations

Before you move out, be sure to donate any and all unwanted items to BGSU's WYMO program where it will get new life going to a charitable organization or as an item in the Campus ReStore next year.

Items that WYMO collects include:

Clothing/shoes of any kind
Non-perishable food (use up those extra falcon dollars to buy food to donate!)
Personal items/toiletries
Electronics and kitchen appliances
Household items
Books
Games
Sporting goods
Small furniture
Decorations/whatnots
Cleaning/office supplies
ANYTHING still usable that anyone who is moving out of their residence hall, Greek townhouse, or apartment is willing to donate!

Updated: 03/17/2026 04:14PM