Get Out: Five Great Things To Do This Weekend

Lace up those hiking boots and zip up those fleece jackets! Friday is Earth Day, and we’ve got plenty of activities to keep both you and the kids busy. Whether you’d like to help the greater good with local cleanup efforts or beautify your garden with some new plants, make sure you spend some time outdoors this weekend. Check out what we’ve put together to make your Earth Day a happening one.

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WHERE/WHEN: Today and Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHY GO: No doubt the kids will love the Aquarium’s Earth Day-themed activities, games and more.

PRICING: Activities included with museum admission.

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WHERE/WHEN: Friday from 10 a.m. to noon at Mitchell Beach on Pequot Avenue in New London.

WHY GO: All you’ve gotta do is show up, clean up and scarf down some free ice cream.

PRICING: Free.

3. EARTH DAY SCULPTURE LAWN EXHIBIT

WHERE/WHEN: Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. at the Leffingwell House Museum in Norwich.

WHY GO: Enjoy some fresh air and some Earth Day festivities on the museum lawn.

PRICING: Free.

4. GET YOUR HIKE ON

WHERE/WHEN: Hartman Park in Lyme, Hopemead State Park in Bozrah or Chaney Ranch in Montville.

WHY GO: Celebrate Earth Day enjoying the outdoors, and get some great exercise, too!

PRICING: Free.

5. EARTH WEEK ACTIVITIES AT THE DINOSAUR PLACE

WHERE/WHEN: Full schedule of events at The Dinosaur Place in Oakdale available here.

WHY GO: With a petting farm, egg hunt and more animal activities, the kids will surely love it if you can make The Dinosaur Place happen.

PRICING: Check out admission rates here.