What Is World Wetlands Day and Why Does It Matter? World Wetlands Day falls on February 2nd every year. This global celebration marks the anniversary of the Ramsar Convention. The convention was adopted in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. It remains the only international treaty dedicated to a single ecosystem type. […]
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The History of World Wetlands Day and the Ramsar Convention
A Complete Guide to the Global Celebration of Our Planet’s Most Vital Ecosystems Every year on February 2nd, millions of people worldwide pause to celebrate World Wetlands Day. This international observance honors the signing of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. It marks a pivotal moment in environmental history. But how […]
30 Fun World Wetlands Day Activities for Kids and Families
Celebrate February 2nd with engaging wetland adventures that educate and inspire young conservationists World Wetlands Day falls on February 2nd every year. It marks the adoption of the Ramsar Convention in 1971. This global celebration highlights the importance of wetlands for our planet. Families worldwide participate in World Wetlands Day […]