Photo by Noah Buscher on Unsplash.com

Ludington Earth Day Events

April 26th, 2025

Each April, AFFEW (A Few Friends for the Environment of the World) hosts an annual Earth Day event in Ludington.

The event is held at the Ludington United Methodist Church- 5810 E. Bryant Rd. from 10:30am-4pm. The 2024 theme is “Planet vs. Plastics” and the event includes a variety of speakers, informational booths representing the community and our partners, activities for children including a live reptile show and a guided hike, and tours of the U Dig It Community Garden located behind the church.

Here's what happened last year:

  • 10am – Doors Open
  • 10:30-11:30am – Butterflies and Skippers of Mason County with Dave Dister
  • 11-11:45am – Free Spirit Drum Circle
  • 11am-1pm – Storytime for Kids & Book Giveaway with Miss Emily
  • 11am-2pm – Electric Car Display 
  • 11am-3pm – Informational & Educational Booths
  • 11am-3pm – Earthly Treats with Dannee & Kay (Sandwiches and snacks)
  • 11:30am-2pm – Tours of the U-Dig It Community Garden
  • 12-1pm – Keynote Address: “If Atoms Could Talk”: The Electric Vehicle Revolution with Mary Fortier
  • 1:30-2:30pm – Reptiles and Amphibians with Jim McGrath
  • 2-2:45pm – Free Spirit Drum Circle
  • 2:30pm – Guided Nature Walk with Dave Dister
  • 2:45-3:45pm – Water Sampling & Degradation to Streams/Water Bodies with Symon Cronk

All Day Events:

  • Kids Events: Reptiles & Amphibians, Button making, Seed starting, Exploring nature with microscopes
  • AFFEW booth:  Shirts, Student Tote Bags & Online Native Plant Sale Info

Stay tuned for updated information on Earth Day Events for 2025!

For more information on Ludington’s Earth Day events, please contact:

AFFEW

affew.org

What's going on now in Ludington?

Discover more to do in Ludington!

Scroll below for more articles about the Ludington area activities and attractions.
 

Experience the Activities and Attractions of Ludington!

Reed Father Jacques Marquette Shrine Cross

Father Jacques Marquette Shrine

The Father Jacques Marquette Shrine marks where Father Marquette died in 1675. It’s a peaceful setting on Pere Marquette Lake in Ludington.

Hamlin Lake Dunes

Hamlin Lake Sand Dunes

Small destinations within themselves, visitors of Hamlin Lake will go on an adventure to find their perfect dune.

Historic White Pine Village

Discover small town life in the late 1800s and early 1900s at Historic White Pine Village in Ludington, overlooking Lake Michigan.

Hamlin Dam

Read about the mighty dam that lives in Hamlin Lake, how it came to be and how it is utilized to help protect this man-made lake.

Music Heritage Trail

The Music Heritage Trail will take you from Idlewild to Baldwin and from Scottville to Ludington as it explores the historic music scene!

Marinas

Arrive in Ludington by boat and dock at one of three marinas: Ludington Municipal Marina, Harbor View Marina, & Pere Pointe Village Marina.