Join Us to Organize the First Annual EarthDay@Loudoun 2009 in Broadlands

For Immediate Release ​

For More Information
Contact: Oya Simpson
Tele: (703) 725-8040
Email: Oya.Simpson@gmail.com

First Annual Earth Day Event
Announced for Loudoun County in 2009​

Ashburn, VA – January 26, 2009 – The Broadlands Wildlife Habitat Committee today announced the first annual Earth Day for Loudoun County to take place this spring. Event organizers are launching the event to promote the environment, eco-friendly products and services and to boost positive environmental activism in the local area. The event titled, “EarthDay@Loudoun 2009”, is designed to bring a national theme home to the local area in a grassroots effort to promote environmental awareness.

Event Co-Chairperson Stevens Miller said, “Loudoun County is considered a progressive, active and involved area of citizens and this organization wants to provide “EarthDay@Loudoun 2009” as an opportunity to educate, engage and encourage participation in making our area an even better place to live.”

EarthDay@Loudoun 2009 will be held on Sunday, April 26th; however, Miller said the celebration is actually a month-long tribute with many festivities planned. “We have a variety of events scheduled including panel discussions with local “green” companies, farmers and environmental organizations. In addition, we will hosts art exhibits featuring local artisans and their “green” works of art. The entire month of April will offer our local residents plenty of opportunities to celebrate environmental stewardship.”

In celebration of EarthDay@Loudoun 2009, the Broadlands Wildlife Habitat Committee and Loudoun County Soil and Water Conservation District plan a countywide tree planting program to be coordinated through local area Homeowner Associations. In addition, the Banshee Reeks Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program plans a panel discussion of sustainable living practices in our county. Event Co-Chair Andrea McGimsey said the purpose of these events is to promote local sustainability, “Our mission is to provide entertainment, exhibits, workshops and activities that engage and inspire the entire community, especially for the next generation of Loudoun citizens.”

Event organizers are currently selling sponsorships for EarthDay@Loudoun 2009 as well as accepting vendor applications for participation. Proceeds from the event will support environmental efforts to reduce the county’s ecological footprint. For more information on how local area businesses can be involved, contact EarthDay@Loudoun 2009 at (703) 725-8040.

About Broadlands Wildlife Habitat Committee
The Broadlands Wildlife Habitat Committee was established in 2003 as an organized and visionary group of Loudoun County residents working in tandem with the National Wildlife Federation to promote local sustainability. Its first accomplishment was certification of the Broadlands community in May 2008 as a “Community Wildlife Habitat.” In addition to promoting community outdoor nature related activities, tree rescues and publication of nature-related editorials and news, the committee regularly works on projects to awaken the awareness about environmental issues and increase involvement of local residents in environmental stewardship. The committee’s efforts to protect critical resources in Loudoun County are supported by the Piedmont Environmental Council, Sustainable Loudoun and the Loudoun Environmental Stewardship Alliance Group.
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Dear Broadlands Residents and other area neighbors,

We hope to hear from a lot of you contact us to help organize this event as well as to help us spread the word.

Our Mission:♠The mission of EarthDay@Loudoun is to promote and celebrate environmental stewardship among county residents and businesses. This is accomplished through entertainment, exhibits, workshops and activities that engage and inspire the entire community, especially the next generation of environmental stewards. The event also creates an opportunity for local environmental organization(s) to connect with Loudouners.