Scientists from across the nation are planning to gather April 22 in Washington D.C. for Earth Day to march and take a stand on the importance of science in political decision-making. The next day, people in the Athens area can gather in Oconee County and simply engage scientists in conversations about their area of expertise. “Walk and Talk with a Scientist” is sponsored by the Oconee County Democrats as a nonpartisan gathering, according to Oconee Democratic Party member Pat Priest, who is spearheading the event. “We just want to to show our support for scientists and science,” she said. The walk is scheduled for 3-5 p.m. Sunday, April 23 at Herman C. Michael Park off Georgia Highway 53 and Elder Road. Scientists will gather at the walking trail, which is paved and about a third of a mile long. At the trail, people can choose a scientist and walk the trail with them while talking about that person’s scientific investigations or study
