Jennifer Cappello-Ruggiero

I will be building raised beds and grow my own food. Growing only that which I can use or share with friends and family. This will be done sustainably and organically much of the wood used for this project will be repurposed wood.

Throughout April the Ecological Landscape Alliance is hosting weekly webinar on these topics. I will view these webinar to increase my knowlege

I will listen to various environmental related podcasts that teach me about topics I was not previously familiar or build on topics I am familiar with.

I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community helping people who are most at need right now, including elderly and immunocompromised people, people without childcare, and people whose jobs have been affected by social distancing measures.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area while following CDC guidelines for social distancing.

I will connect with at least 1 person/people a day through phone call or video chat to support mine and other’s mental and emotional health during this challenging time.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about a wild animal I find interesting, including their life cycle, habitat, ecosystem functions, and interactions with humans (if any!).