Earth Day events planned

April 21, 2004

NH Business Review Staff,

MILFORD

A roadside cleanup and educational displays will ring in Earth Day on Sunday on Beaver Brook Association land in town.

The cleanup, set for noon-3 p.m., will be along Osgood, Burns Hill and Mason roads.

A guided hike will be held from 3-5 p.m.

Holland Farm, a 260-acre parcel, is at 269 Osgood Road and has eight miles of trails.

In the classrooms space at the farm on Sunday, there will be environmental education displays for all and crafts for children.

The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, call the association at 465-7787.

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