What to expect

Travel time is approximately one hour to launch site. Four to five hours is spent in a canoe. No experience is necessary. Life jackets will be provided and worn at all times. Pay close attention to the weather on the day of the trip and dress accordingly in layers. Remember it is often 10 - 15 degrees cooler over water. We go rain or shine as long as the university is in session - no rain date!

What to bring

You'll want to bring the following items:

Greenhouse Gathering-Virtual Style!

Settle in on the grass of the Palm Court in front of a giant LED screen for Loyola student bands live-streamed from the rooftop Azby Greenhouse! Free snack-packs and drinks will be available, chat with student and community environmental groups, and adopt a greenhouse-grown plant for you or your mama and ‘dem!

Join Dr. White on his Earth Week canoe trip! Participants will spend an evening out on the waters of Manchac swamp canoeing with the group, and taking in the sights. 

Reservations for this event are open from April 1st to the 16th, and transportation will be provided. To make a reservation, visit MO 571 on Tues/Thurs 1:30-4:00pm with your $10 fee. 

What to bring

You'll want to bring the following items:

Snack foods and water because no stops are made to and from the launch site.

Dr. Donata Henry is a Senior Professor of the Practice in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. She earned her PhD from Tulane and was offered a teaching position upon completion of her degree in 2005. Her research interests include the reproductive biology, behavioral and community ecology of birds.

Take part in our earth week themed scavenger hunt in City Park! The event is student led and includes first, second, third, and participation prizes. Supplies are limited however, so prizes are first come first serve. Participants with their own transportation also have the option to complete the hunt individually. 

Reservations for this event are open from April 1st to the 16th, and transportation will be provided. To make a reservation, email kjkahn@loyno.edu with your name and cell phone #.

Join Dr. Hood on his spring bat walk in Sankofa Wetland Park! Participants will be taken on a guided walk through the park by Dr. Hood where they can observe and learn about native bat species and activity. 

Reservations for this event are open from April 1st to the 16th, and transportation will be provided. To make a reservation, email kjkahn@loyno.edu with your name and cell phone #.

Emma Reid, ENVS ‘16, is a Louisiana-based filmmaker specializing in environmental topics and a Producer for Louisiana Public Broadcasting. The unique beauty, culture, and dynamic natural environment in Louisiana led to Reid’s particular focus on coastal restoration.

 Join Dr. Bob Thomas on his Jean Lafitte National Park frog walk! Participants will go on a guided walk with Dr. Bob through the park, where they will observe and learn about native frog species. 

Reservations for this event are open from April 1st to the 16th, and transportation will be provided. To make a reservation, email kjkahn@loyno.edu with your name and cell phone #.

What to bring

You'll want to bring the following items:

Everyone is welcome to join Earth Week 2021!