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Jeanne Poirier 4/28/2020 9:13 PMI have developed the habit of gathering bags with my grocery list before leaving the house - love it when I bring more bags home again than I used. My husband often carries things in his hands too. Though if I lived in town I'd probably stop by store and not have one handy. Having them in the car is a good idea - as long as the mice don't get them. :)
Brooklyn Holton
"Action on behalf of life transforms ~ Action of reciprocity ~ Actions to heal the earth and care for the earth sees the earth heal and care for us."
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO293pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO215minutesspent learning
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UP TO581pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO55meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
Brooklyn's actions
Fresh Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Wildlife
Use Reusable Bags
Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals. If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
Wildlife
Support Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators, including monarch butterflies, to produce fruit. I will spend 25 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 6 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
People
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 3 piece(s) of litter each day while following the CDC’s current guidelines for prevention of disease transfer.
Forests
Plant Trees
I will plant 2 native tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Climate
Stay on the Ground
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Wildlife
Leave No Trace
I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Participant Feed
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Brooklyn Holton 4/29/2020 3:54 PMI was able to get takeout and sit in the grass and enjoy the trees today. The simple things sure are wonderful right now. -
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:42 AMJust a couple days left! I finally answered a bunch of "reflection" questions.-
Sue Kane 4/28/2020 11:22 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlifeWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reusable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to create a successful habit of not using plastic bags?
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:41 AMI am always carrying things out in my hands. haha --- I've been keeping my bags near my front seat more to help me remember! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlifeEducator Stephanie Kaza advises her students to focus on what they care about most when addressing the enormity of ecological problems. Is there a specific area you feel particularly called to work on?
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:40 AMFor me it is a combination of maintaining a healthy physical environment beginning with my own home and then also supporting local; especially those that have also identified ways they can be proactive for the environment.-
Jeanne Poirier 4/28/2020 9:14 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlifeWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:39 AMThey bring so much life to our planet in the form of plants, produce and food. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPeopleHow does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:38 AMOne specific experience was unique in that I knew most of the bags I collected were likely from non-locals that choose to camp/party in the hills behind my house. When I did a post to provide some recommendations to our local community about easy ways to help keep it clean (maybe if guests don't see garbage they won't leave it??? haha) and I had an overwhelming positive response from people both thanking me and wanting to join!-
Jeanne Poirier 4/28/2020 9:15 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFresh WaterWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:36 AMA lack of snow pack is a big concern, something that is highly monitored each year for both orchards/farming and the rivers/fish.-
Jeanne Poirier 4/28/2020 9:17 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:35 AMAvailability is such a huge part of how more affluent countries select diet habits. The system helps support consumption of an option that has a higher resource cost. Eating simple items like rice and beans utilizes a much less complex system of production... the demand on the environment for meat options sees inefficient uses of available land.-
Jeanne Poirier 4/28/2020 9:21 PMYes - I think would be great if we really understood impact. 80% of deforestation is for cattle grazing! Just learned this from Rainforest Action Network.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimateWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Brooklyn Holton 4/28/2020 7:33 AMThe biggest difference was time it would take to get there. Some of the pieces that took more time include the cost difference between a single flight and gas, lodging, food and the little shops and sites to see along the way. Those all added up to more than a single flight which means some trips could end up costing more ~ even though it's worth it! -
Brooklyn Holton 4/27/2020 3:51 PMCrazy how fast this April has gone by even with loooots of time at the house.-
Jeanne Poirier 4/27/2020 8:05 PMNot to mention those weeds just outside the house!! I've barely started and they are so ahead of me!
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