Seatuck’s 2020 Eco-Carnival celebration will be live on Facebook April 25

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Seatuck’s 2020 Eco-Carnival, Long Island’s premier Earth Day celebration, will take place live on Facebook on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event, which this year celebrates the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, will be presented in partnership with Nassau County, Suffolk County and the Town of Islip.

It will feature hands-on nature explorations, nature-based games, live music, a live animal show and fun, outdoor activities for children of all ages.

“We’re excited to offer a stay-at-home, social-distancing-friendly celebration of Earth Day and the natural world,” said Enrico Nardone, Seatuck’s executive director. “Our staff and volunteers have planned a day of fun-filled activities for the whole family to enjoy.”

Live programs, led by noted Long Island naturalists and leading entertainers, will be presented hourly throughout the day. Presentations will include Neighborhood Birds, Pond Exploration, Insects Adventure and Bird Bingo, among others.

Live music performances and at-home nature activities for children will also be part of the event.

Seatuck’s Eco-Carnival is generously underwritten by presenting sponsor Delesia Construction and these supporting sponsors: Artisan Mortgage, National Waste Services, Northwell Health, Whole Foods Market, Budget Dumpster, Covanta Energy, Harvest Power, Leaf Filter, Long Island Power Solutions, Ross F. Mongiardo, CFP, NY Water Environment Association and PSEG.

The Seatuck Environmental Association is dedicated to conserving Long Island wildlife and the environment. The organization pursues its mission by advocating for wildlife and advancing conservation projects, engaging citizen scientists in wildlife research, and offering high-quality environmental education opportunities for Long Islanders of all ages.

Seatuck is based at the Suffolk County Environmental Center in Islip, which it operates through a partnership with the Suffolk County Department of Parks. The organization also manages the South Shore Nature Center in East Islip through a partnership with the Town of Islip. 

Visit www.seatuck.org for the full event schedule.