This week on The Backyard Naturalists, we're honoring Earth Day 2025 with a powerful and inspiring episode centered around this year’s global theme: “Our Power, Our Planet.” 🌍💚

Join us as we explore how small, everyday choices can make a big impact. From rethinking your grocery list to planting native species and reducing plastic use, this episode is packed with practical ways you can turn your backyard—and your habits—into a force for environmental good.

We also take a look back at the history of Earth Day and dive deep into the empowering idea of the **“Power of One”—**reminding us all that individual action matters. 💪🌱

🌿 In this episode, we explore:

• ✅ The origins and evolution of Earth Day

• ✅ How your vote and your voice support eco-friendly leadership

• ✅ 12 everyday actions to protect the planet (from composting to ditching plastic)

• ✅ Why native plants and invasive species matter in your backyard

• ✅ How to embrace low-waste living and smart consumer habits

Whether you’re just starting your journey or you’re already a committed backyard steward, this Earth Day episode will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to take action.

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🌎 Let’s grow change—one backyard at a time.