Allyson Magana
4/30/2020 8:10 PM
I always pick up litter whenever I see it just so it doesn't end up in our surface waters. I also limit my water use when showering, flushing, or even washing my face.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFresh Water Water-Friendly Beauty ProductsBeyond what does or doesn't come out of the tap at home, how do your choices affect freshwater locally and globally?
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Kaitlyn Meyer 4/30/2020 7:42 PMWhat a quick month! I didn't always do the best job checking in, but it was nice to have some form of accountability, and I enjoyed getting to learn some new things along the way. I hope this challenged has helped folks create some new habits that they will continue sustaining beyond Earth Month. -
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?
Kaitlyn Meyer 4/30/2020 7:41 PMI think the biggest thing I can do is to protest things companies as much as possible, and bring a reusable water bottle wherever I go. I can also encourage others to use reusable water bottles, and encourage companies/organizations not to offer them as well. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPeople Spend Time OutsideRachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
Kaitlyn Meyer 4/30/2020 7:40 PMYes. I think that we have less motivation to take care of nature because we don't feel very connected to it, don't necessarily understand why it's important or what's at risk, and we're probably more likely to abuse it without realizing it, unfortunately :( -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Share Eco TipsWhat environmentally friendly habit have you most recently implemented? How do you ensure that you are successful in creating or changing a habit?
Kaitlyn Meyer 4/30/2020 7:38 PMMost recently, I have started turning off the water while washing my hands for 20 seconds. To be successful in this, I need to be going about my day more consciously instead of on autopilot. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Building Resilience Research Benefits of BiodiversityHow can you encourage biodiversity by your own actions?
Kaitlyn Meyer 4/30/2020 7:36 PMI can advocate for the protection of natural spaces and endangered species, I can plant a garden, I can support farmers who plant a wide variety of crops and avoid farmers who monocrop. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlife Research a Wild AnimalWhat interesting facts did you learn about the animal you researched? What are some of your favorite things about this animal?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:45 PMI saw raccoon knocking on the front door of my house in the woods at night before, so researching about them is fun. They are nocturnal, so they may come to your backyard at night to look for some food. They enjoy pet food too! As much as it's tempting for me to feed them when I see them, it's recommended that we don't create any human contact with them to avoid consequences. :( -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPeople Earth Day Action: Share Eco TipsWhat environmentally friendly habit have you most recently implemented? How do you ensure that you are successful in creating or changing a habit?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:21 PMI recently started using DIY solar powered phone charger. One way to enforce this habit is to hide away the regular phone charger, so that I'm relying on this renewable energy source for my power. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOceans Learn about Our OceansWhat is one way in which oceans support your life on Earth? What is one way you can help take care of ocean health with your actions?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:16 PMOceans act as an enormous carbon sink of this planet and is home to over 200 thousands species. One way I can take care of the ocean is to choose sustainable skin products (sunscreen, lotion) that will not affect the water body when I swim in the ocean. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOceans Smart Seafood ChoicesMany states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?
Sierra Nguyen 4/30/2020 1:13 PMAt the moment, my seafood choices are not falling within the guidelines; I have been eating the same two types of fish and one type of shrimp for years. I will make an effort to learn more about what I should and should not eat to help sustain the food chain. Changing habits is hard, but I think I'll get it over time.