Erin Holbrook
4/30/2020 1:56 PM
I wasn't aware of certain animals being nocturnal (fox!) so that was fun!
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWildlife Support PollinatorsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
Erin Holbrook 4/30/2020 1:55 PMthey're the future! We need them for certain species to survive and help other parts of the eco-system to thrive -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOceans Join a Cleanup EffortHow does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?
Erin Holbrook 4/30/2020 1:55 PMIt makes me hopeful to do a community clean up - like we're not the only ones who care and are trying to take care of our community. -
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?
Erin Holbrook 4/30/2020 1:54 PMI can investigate my local area and start working with local organizations to advocate for better processes if we're impacted. -
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?
Erin Holbrook 4/30/2020 1:53 PMthey are the natural habitat for loads of things that go into our food -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFresh Water Conserve Toilet WaterWhat would a sustainable water future in your region look like? What needs to change?
Erin Holbrook 4/29/2020 12:51 PMI think the use of rain barrels would be helpful for things like lawn watering, gardening, car washing rather than using water from the tap. More education and incentives about such options (and making them affordable) would be great. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFresh Water Dishwasher EfficiencyHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Erin Holbrook 4/29/2020 12:50 PMWe conserve as much as we can and teach our daughter to do the same! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFresh Water Get Involved in the Water Justice MovementWho is affected by polluted water or a lack of access to water in your region? How are they affected?
Erin Holbrook 4/29/2020 12:49 PMI think there's a lot of wildlife that's impacted; our main water source is as clean as its been since people originally settled here, but there's more to do. I have joined a local organization to find out more about improvements and access to clean water for people in our area. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Watch a Documentary about Food SovereigntyHow does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?
Erin Holbrook 4/29/2020 12:48 PMI've been watching shows on agricultural shifts over the last couple of hundred years, the drivers behind demand and local sourcing, etc. Fascinating topic, don't know that I have many answers. Looking forward to learning more. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Advocate For More Food OptionsWhat efforts would help food insecure regions have access to local, seasonal foods?
Erin Holbrook 4/29/2020 12:09 PMI'm proud of the local food bank and the co-op farms that have popped up in the area that are focused on access to growing and knowledge sharing about more diy local sustainability