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Get ready to put on your walking shoes and explore some new areas, because April 21 is Keep Off the Grass Day! This day was created to encourage people to stay off the grass in public places and help protect and preserve these green spaces. Did you know that excessive foot traffic can damage the root systems of grass, making it harder for them to grow and thrive? So let's take this day as an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of our parks and public spaces while also being mindful of their upkeep. Who knows, you may even discover a new favorite spot in your community!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of Public Parks</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1800s, the concept of public parks and green spaces began to develop in urban areas, offering places of respite and recreation for city dwellers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1872</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Yellowstone National Park</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1872, the U.S. government established Yellowstone as its first national park, demonstrating the importance of protecting natural landscapes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Conservation Movement Gains Momentum</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the mid-1930s, the U.S. conservation movement gains momentum under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Earth Day Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>First Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, rallying support for environmental issues and increased consciousness about sustaining our natural resources.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Promotion of 'Keep Off the Grass'</div><div class='timeline-text'>Through the 2010s, numerous parks and green spaces start promoting 'Keep Off the Grass' campaigns to limit foot traffic and prioritize sustainability.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Keep Off the Grass Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>On April 21, Keep Off the Grass Day is celebrated as a reminder to respect green spaces and encourage their conservation for future generations.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a picnic on the grass</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate Keep Off the Grass Day than by having a picnic on the grass? Bring a blanket, some snacks, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors while sticking it to the man.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant a garden</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Instead of walking on the grass, why not plant some new flowers or vegetables in your own garden? This is a great way to appreciate and take care of nature while still respecting Keep Off the Grass Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a walk in the park</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>While you may not be able to walk on the grass, you can still enjoy a nice walk in the park on Keep Off the Grass Day. Take in the scenery and maybe even have a game of frisbee on the non-grass areas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a protest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling particularly rebellious, organize a protest against the strict "keep off the grass" rules in your community. Get creative with signs and chants to spread awareness about the importance of enjoying nature responsibly.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create art with grass</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get artsy and create some grass-inspired art on Keep Off the Grass Day. Use blades of grass to make a collage or arrange them into a design on a canvas. This is a unique and fun way to celebrate while also respecting the rules.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a fun reminder to slow down and enjoy the simple things</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With our busy lives, we often forget to stop and appreciate the little things around us. Keep Off the Grass Day encourages us to take a moment and soak in nature's beauty, whether it's through a leisurely walk or simply lounging on the grass.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to connect with others in your community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On Keep Off the Grass Day, many communities host events where people gather on public lawns to socialize, play games, and have picnics. It's a great opportunity to meet new people, bond with neighbors, and strengthen community ties.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes environmental awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By keeping off certain areas of grass, we can help preserve their natural state and protect important ecosystems. Keep Off the Grass Day is a gentle reminder that our actions have an impact on the environment and we should strive to be considerate and responsible.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Grass Absorbs Carbon Dioxide</h3><p class='facts-content'>Grass, like all green plants, absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen through photosynthesis, making it a natural air purifier which plays a role in combating climate change.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prevents Soil Erosion</h3><p class='facts-content'>Grass plays a crucial role in preserving our environment by preventing soil erosion. The root systems of grasses are dense and fibrous, therefore they hold the soil together and prevent it from being washed away by water or wind.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Acts as a Natural Cooler</h3><p class='facts-content'>As opposed to concrete or asphalt, grass is a natural cooler. On a hot day, lawns will typically be 10-14 degrees cooler than bare soil and a staggering 30 degrees cooler than urban asphalt.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Natural Noise Reducer</h3><p class='facts-content'>Did you know grass is also a noise reducer? It is estimated that grass and plants can reduce noise pollution by 20-30% over hard surfaces like concrete and pavement.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Home to Micro and Macro Organisms</h3><p class='facts-content'>Grass is home to a variety of both micro and macro organisms. It houses bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and nematodes which help in creating healthy soil for plants to grow. Macro organisms like worms and beetles also call it home!</p></div></div>
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