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April 1 - April 30, 2020
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Reta Sorge

High Meadow-Hudson Valley

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participant impact

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Reta's actions

Food

Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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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.

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Fresh Water

Eco-friendly Gardening

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

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Climate

Local Climate Issues

I will spend at least 15 minute(s) a day researching climate issues or climate solutions in my local area and share with others through my team feed, social media, or conversations with my peers.

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Fresh Water

Dishwasher Efficiency

I will scrape, rather than rinse, dishes before loading into the dishwasher and only run the dishwasher when it’s full.

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People

Support A Sharing Economy

To reduce my consumption and waste and support my community, I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    People
    What are the benefits of a sharing economy? How could a sharing economy change the dynamics you have with friends, family and/or neighbors?

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    Reta Sorge 4/29/2020 4:45 PM
    Today, I dropped off some puzzles at a puzzle exchange so people could enjoy and reuse them. The more resources we share, the lower our impact and the more we can feel like a true community.

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    Reta Sorge 4/29/2020 4:41 PM
    I've had more time to assess my families impact during the current shutdown, I'm hoping I can bring some of what I've learned out into the world when things become more normal!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    Educator 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?

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    Reta Sorge 4/28/2020 8:17 AM
    Cleaning up trash on trails!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Fresh Water
    How can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?

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    Reta Sorge 4/15/2020 3:31 PM
    I would like to set up a rain barrel for my household to use when gardening. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food
    How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?

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    Reta Sorge 4/15/2020 3:29 PM
    These dates indicate quality not safety. Best by is the term the USDA prefers.