Disney and National Geographic Invite You to "Step into Wonder" This Earth Month

Disney has revealed a company-wide initiative to celebrate Earth Month all April long, inviting audiences to “Step into Wonder.”

What's Happening:

• Anchored by the unparalleled legacy of storytelling, conservation, and exploration shared by Disney and National Geographic, Earth Month will spotlight a dynamic slate of content and experiences designed to inspire a deeper connection to the natural world.
• The campaign builds on Disney’s decades-long commitment to protecting and sharing the wonders of nature through entertainment, education, and impact-driven action.
• National Geographic will debut an exciting lineup of engaging content throughout April, including the premiere of Secret of the Bees and Disneynature's Orangutan and activations that spark curiosity and exploration.

"Step into Wonder" Activations

• “Step into Wonder” activations throughout Earth Month include the following:
  • The Wonder List – A digital hub, Kids YouTube series, and printable PDF filled with simple, surprising prompts that encourage families to explore the world around them. Each week in April highlights a theme—Stars, Clouds, Trees, or Rocks—with daily ideas for hands-on discovery.
  • The Wonder List Event (April 17-23) – An experiential activation at the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, California, that is inspired by the Wonder List’s four weekly themes. The event features large photo-worthy Nat Geo Yellow Border frames, interactive medium frames, and discoverable small frames, all designed for guests to snap, explore, and experience the magic of nature all around them.
  • The Earth Month Collection on Disney+ – The Earth Month Collection on Disney+ will celebrate the wonders of our planet through acclaimed National Geographic content such as Ocean with David Attenborough, Cheetahs Up Close with Bertie Gregory, and the second season of A Real Bug’s Life.
  • Earth Moods: Livestream Experience – An ambient, meditative livestream with curated Earth Moods episodes and Earth Moods: Frequencies Volume 1 by Maejor. The experience will stream 24/7 all month long on @NatGeo’s YouTube, with special Earth Day livestreams on Facebook and TikTok.

• “Step into Wonder” Earth Month Social Series – A daily social video series highlighting National Geographic and Disney talent, along with National Geographic Explorers, sharing their personal moments of wonder, including Piper Curda, Kermit the Frog, Antoni Porowski, National Geographic Explorer Joel Sartore, and Will Smith.
• Nat Geo Social – National Geographic, one of the most-followed brands on social media, will also bring the “Step into Wonder” campaign to its global social community of more than 801 million followers with daily curated posts, as well as content highlights connected to the Earth Month Collection on Disney+.
• YourShot Earth Month Challenge – The Earth Month edition of the YourShot Challenge invites the global photography community to capture images that reflect the wonder of the natural world. Tag #NatGeoYourShot by April 22 for a chance to be featured on @NatGeoYourShot on Instagram.
• Nat Geo Digital Editorial – Earth Month editorial packages will appear across NatGeo.com and social platforms, including content such as National Parks Guides, One Week Naturalist packages tied to the Wonder List themes, Photo of the Day, and Birding content.
• Disney+ Perks: Free Six-Month National Geographic Digital Subscription – Disney+ is introducing a brand-new Disney+ Perk, offering eligible subscribers a no-strings-attached six-month National Geographic digital subscription. Subscribers who redeem the subscription can also unlock an add-on offer for three complimentary National Geographic Kids magazines, available once the digital subscription is activated. Offer is valid from April 2 through April 30.

30 Years of Disney Conservation Fund

• For 30 years, the Disney Conservation Fund (DCF) has supported science-based, community-driven efforts that protect wildlife, restore ecosystems, and strengthen connections between kids and nature.
• To date, DCF has directed more than $141 million toward conservation initiatives that have helped protect 300 million+ acres of habitat, supported 1,000+ species, provided 18 million+ nature experiences for kids, and positively impacted 20 million+ people worldwide.
• This year, in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Disney Conservation Fund, Disney is supporting 25 organizations across 16 countries that aim to protect 120,000 square miles of wildlife corridors globally.
• The celebration began in March with the launch of Pixar’s Hoppers kids and nature initiative with Jane Goodall’s Roots and Shoots which encourages youth to take action in their communities, with 10 young leaders to be selected to attend the DCF 30th Anniversary event later this year.  
• Continuing the celebration of Earth Month and the 30th anniversary of the Disney Conservation Fund, Disney has launched “30 Days of Stories,” a special storytelling initiative featuring a new conservation or sustainability story each day, counting down to Earth Day, April 22.
• Highlighting Disney’s global footprint, “30 Days of Stories” showcases the people, partnerships, and projects driving meaningful environmental progress – from protecting wildlife and restoring ecosystems to advancing sustainable innovation and empowering communities.

Earth Month Fun at the Disneyland Resort

• During the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, National Geographic Explorer Dr. Sammy Ramsey will host a special Secrets of the Bees weekend activation on April 4-5, featuring on‑the‑ground interactions and social content opportunities.
• Across Disneyland Resort hotels, guests will encounter a National Geographic-themed experiential pop‑up, complete with an iconic Nat Geo Yellow Border photo opportunity, lawn games, California wildflowers, and more.
• Guests visiting Disneyland Resort may also receive the April issue of National Geographic magazine, offering another way to engage with the wonder of the natural world throughout Earth Month. 

Earth Month Programming

• Themed programming will celebrate Earth Month across Disney's U.S. networks, including National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Channel, and Disney Jr.
• The ABC News Weather, Climate & Science Unit will air dedicated programming across Good Morning America, World News Tonight with David Muir, 24/7 streaming news channel ABC News Live, and digital platforms throughout Earth Month. Led by chief meteorologist and chief climate correspondent Ginger Zee, the team will focus on community, including a partnership with the ABC News Investigative Unit on why public-facing FEMA maps and flood zones may not tell the full story for homeowners, “Ginger’s Climate Makeover” helping a local family learn how to live a more sustainable lifestyle, and additional stories on living a little greener every day.
• ABC Owned Television Stations will mark Earth Month by highlighting local stories, profiles, and community events across all eight markets, as well as original programming from On The Red Carpet at Disneyland and several new Localish episodes that further explore the themes and impacts highlighted in National Geographic’s Secret of the Bees.
• Disney Channel will air themed episodes of Big City Greens, Kiff, Phineas and Ferb, Hamster & Gretel, and Primos, while Disney Jr. will air wonder-themed interstitials from Nat Geo Kids in front of episodes.