Fun Things To Do During Earth Hour This Year

Joburg Admin / March 16, 2020

Earth Hour is fast approaching and we have thought of some exciting things that you can do to celebrate it while staying true to what it's about. It's lights out, fun in! Let's get the details out of the way: Date: 28 March 2020 Day: Saturday Time: 20:30 - 21:30 [caption id="attachment_107499" align="aligncenter" width="660"]

Photo By Louis Hansel[/caption]

Braai

Most South Africans love to have a good braai (and yes, vegetarians and vegans can also enjoy a braai). Whether planned or unplanned, a good braai with the basics is an absolutely awesome excuse to make an impact on our environment. What you will need for the braai?

Camp chairs
Solar powered lights
Braai stand and utensils
Charcoal, matches and blitz
Meat
Giant mushrooms
An onion
Salads
Rolls
Plates

Check out these must-have braai gadgets. [caption id="attachment_107500" align="aligncenter" width="660"]

Photo By Josh Campbell[/caption]

Bonfire

A bonfire is something that most of us enjoy. This is an easy way to get to spend quality time with friends and family. What you will need for the bonfire?

Wood
Paper
Matches
Logs
Guitar
Marshmallows and sticks
Cookies (to put around the marshmallows)

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Photo By Roberto Nickson[/caption]

Candlelit Dinner

A candlelit dinner is one of the most romantic things you can do during Earth Hour. So, why not make it special and enjoy contributing to the environment in style. What you will need for the candlelit dinner?

Table and chairs
Tablecloth and cutlery
Candles, flower centrepieces and decorations of your choice
Food
Drinks
Dessert

And there you have some cool ides to try out during Earth Hour or when days are just dark. Remember to check your loadshedding schedule to make dinner prior, if possible. Check out the Earth Hour Rock My World Video for some inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOGWsOEE710 Tell us how you are helping our environment this Earth Hour in the comments section below!

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