michele grinar
4/29/2020 3:26 AM
talked to the owner of Crown bees today- the leaf cutters will be here 5/25
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlife Support PollinatorsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlife Research Benefits of BiodiversityHow can you encourage biodiversity by your own actions?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFresh Water Use a Reusable Water BottleUsing the links provided, investigate the bottling practices of water corporations. There have been many cases where the water rights of the local people have been violated or even completely disregarded when a corporation decides to bottle water from a particular water source. How can you advocate for those who have been harmed - both humans and wildlife - by this bottling process?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Write a Love Letter, Poem, or Song to EarthWhat are you grateful for about our planet? Share what you created or your general thoughts of love and gratitude with everyone else!
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michele grinar 4/22/2020 12:02 PMplacing my order today for leaf cutting bee cocoons. when the temperature promises to stay at 75 F or above, students and community members will join together for a zoom session to welcome the little guys to their new home. time to get moving- they'll need a diverse pollinator friendly garden, good shelter, and a place to lay eggs when they emerge. https://youtu.be/uwzDOjyeNuU -
michele grinar 4/22/2020 11:49 AMIf you live in an older house, like me, your toilet tank might hold a lot more water than most. here's a way to modify your older toilet into a low-flow, water saving superstar! https://youtu.be/24llvoPh_2U -
michele grinar 4/22/2020 10:17 AMtoday I posted invitations to the next Sustainability Showcase held by the Pennsylvania Environmental Resource Consortium.
my eco tip for today: take every opportunity to learn about, and support, the work of others.
