Earth Day initiative highlights community partnership at Ramstein

A student from Vogelweh Elementary School plants a bush during an Earth Day event at Vogelweh Military Complex, April 22, 2026. The activity gave students an opportunity to contribute directly to improving shared community spaces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)
Leadership from the 86th Civil Engineer Group and representatives from the German state forestry department and local forestry office begin planting a tree during an Earth Day event at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 21, 2026. The effort highlighted ongoing cooperation between U.S. forces and host nation partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Katherine Paulson, 86th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, delivers opening remarks during an Earth Day event at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 21, 2026. The remarks emphasized collaboration between base leadership and host nation partners in supporting environmental improvements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)
Children from Vogelweh Elementary School participate in games and quiz activities during an Earth Day community event at Vogelweh Military Complex, April 22, 2026. The activities, supported by staff from the environmental office, encouraged engagement and learning through interactive play. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)
Leadership from the 86th Civil Engineer Group and 86th Civil Engineer Squadron, along with host nation partners and representatives from the German state and federal forestry departments pose for a group photo during an Earth Day event at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 21, 2026. The gathering recognized continued partnership and shared commitment to improving installation grounds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)