2010 will mark the 40th anniversary of the founding of Earth Day. Originally conceived by Senator Gaylord Nelson, the event was meant to remind us to stop and think about the amazing, yet fragile, planet on which we live, and possibly consider the ways that we can work to protect the environment around us. Today, that message is as important and relevant as ever, and Earth Day is celebrated across the globe in a number of cultures and countries.
This year, Earth Day falls on Thursday, April 22nd, and to celebrate Blue Waters Mountain Lodge, located on Lake Santeetlah, in the midst of the Nantahala National Forest is offering environmentally conscious travelers a chance to do their part to protect the environment while on a volunteer vacation. Volunteers can join the Nantahala Hiking Club in conjunction with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy on Saturday, April 24th for Appalachian Trail maintenance and clean up.
To show their appreciation for the efforts of the volunteers, Blue Waters Mountain Lodge is offering a discount for those who choose to stay with them. The Earth Day Volunteer Vacation deal allows guests who participate in the Appalachian Trail clean up to receive a 25% discount off of their stay for the weekend of April 23 through 25, 2010.
Blue Waters Mountain Lodge look forward to making this an annual tradition. To further show their commitment to the environment, they are offering in a $15 gift certificate for anyone that arrives in or on a “green” vehicle during the last weekend in April, 2010. The gift certificates are redeemable in the lodge’s restaurant and gift shop, and is another reward for guests looking to further reduce their carbon footprint.
To take advantage of one of these deals by calling us at 888-828-3978.
Please see our website, www.BlueWatersMtnL.com for more details.