Shanna Myers
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO10pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO50minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO110minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO7.0conversationswith people
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UP TO8.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
Shanna's actions
People
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day while following the CDC’s current guidelines for prevention of disease transfer.
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 15 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Wildlife
Research Benefits of Biodiversity
I will spend at least 15 minutes researching how biodiversity positively impacts our world and how the loss of biodiversity harms it.
People
Connect While 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.
Forests
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area while following CDC guidelines for social distancing.
Wildlife
Research a Wild Animal
I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about a wild animal I find interesting, including their life cycle, habitat, ecosystem functions, and interactions with humans (if any!).
Action Track: Building Resilience
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 8 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.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside that follows CDC guidelines for preventing disease spread.
Climate
Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option. If my utility does not offer one, I will purchase Renewable Energy Credits to match my usage.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Building ResilienceHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
Shanna Myers 4/27/2020 11:48 AMI feel less guilty to be outside around others when it is for something essential, in this case volunteering with Gleaners to provide food to people who struggle to afford enough food. I have gotten to know other volunteers, and have enjoyed this time. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimateYour utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your ZIP code, region, and/or state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?
Shanna Myers 4/27/2020 11:46 AMWhen the washer and dryer finally die they will be replaced with more energy efficient models. I can also switch to buying LED light bulbs as my current bulbs begin to die. Better insulation and/or more panes to the windows could also make a large difference. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONForestsHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Shanna Myers 4/07/2020 9:13 AMBecome more aware of surroundings, and spending time nature is practically guaranteed to improve mood -
Shanna Myers 4/03/2020 3:33 PMI am challenged by the nice weather - makes me want to be outside instead of inside working on documents! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPeopleHow does connecting with others help your own mental and emotional health? How can it help support others?