Spring into action at the Phoenix Zoo as we explore ways to battle plastic pollution while creating a better world for all creatures great and small.

Homeless MATters

• Learn about reusing plastic grocery bags to crochet sleeping mats for the homeless

Roots and Shoots

• Getting kids involved in the community and working together to establish change

Zero Waste

• Interactive sorting game to help residents properly sort household waste materials into correct waste streams. The booth will highlight recycling, composting, and donation options to divert waste away from the landfill

Worm Station

• Get to know our friends, the worms!

Plant Activity

• Plant seeds to take home to grown on your own

T-Shirt Bags

• Repurpose t-shirts into fun bags that you can use everyday

Dr. T-rex Science Experiments

• Science experiments for the whole family

Maricopa County Air Quality

• Explore air pollution through hands-on activities which will include solving a particle pollution mystery

Maricopa County Vector Control

US Fish & Wildlife Service

Flood Control District of Maricopa County

• Families will work together to build a dam and see if it holds the water back

Maricopa County Stormwater Quality

• Check out this interactive demonstration showing how storm drains lead to our lakes, rivers and basins

Yard Games

Face Painting

https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/earth-day/