Nature Observances

Find out the dates and background to National Bird-Feeding Month

A day to raise awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and our planet.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Plant a Flower Day

Its a day to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Day of Forests

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Meteorological Day  [WMO]

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Weed Appreciation Day

This a day to appreciate, to realise what we have, recognize the beauty of nature and appreciate what we have.

National Big Wind Day marks the recording of the highest natural wind gust measured on the Earth’s surface on this day in 1934.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Junior Ranger Day

More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world.

This hybrid tea rose is one of the world's most popular flowers.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Arbor Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Open Farm Day

Garden Day aims to highlight the positive benefits of gardens on your wellbeing.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Colorado Public Lands Day

This is a day to go hug a tree, though if there a thunderstorm overhead, we recommend social distancing from the tree.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Metrology  Day

Some countries allow free entry to national parks to mark this day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Water a Flower Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Day of the Tree

On World Oceans Day, people around our blue planet celebrate and honor the ocean, which connects us all.

In 2015, the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean of the FAO proposed that an initiative be launched to declare an International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing.

On World Oceans Day, people around our blue planet celebrate and honor our ocean, which connects us all.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Weed your Garden Day

Desertification is a phenomenon that ranks among the greatest environmental challenges of our time.

Sustainable gastronomy, therefore, means cuisine that takes into account where the ingredients are from, how the food is grown and how it gets to our markets and eventually to our plates.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Orange Blossom Day

Asteroid Day observed to inspire, engage and educate the public about asteroids opportunities and risks.

It's always a good time to visit your local park, but Hop-A-Park Day at the start of July is a great time to explore.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem

National park visitor spending supports nearly 330,000 jobs and contributes more than $40 billion annually to the national economy.

Since 1992 National Wattle Day has been 1 September in all of Australia's States and Territories.

The ozone layer, a fragile shield of gas, protects the Earth from the harmful portion of the rays of the sun, thus helping preserve life on the planet.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Coastal Cleanup Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Public Lands Day

The fourth Sunday in September is a chance to celebrate the world's waterway that bring life to our countries.

If there was an award for literal nicknames, Johnny Appleseed would be a strong contender to win.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Habitat Day 

A day focused on promoting a global culture of disaster reduction and preparedness.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Forestation Day