I will avoid buying and using 20 single-use plastics and instead replace them with durable options.
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DAILY ACTIONS
Land Sinks
Explore My Area
Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 120 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Food, Agriculture, and Land Use
Support Local Food Systems
Plant-Rich Diets
I will source 30 percent of my food from local producers each day. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.
As we near the end of the challenge, I have a deeper awareness of my plastic consumption. I found that it can be easy to avoid plastic by switching to reusable alternatives. On the occasions where buying plastic is inevitable (some of my groceries) I found that I could for the most part reuse those products rather than throwing it away. I have been reusing a lot of the plastic bags I get and even the Tupperware. Overall I am really glad I chose to focus on this aspect for my eco challenge.
I like to believe that spending time outside provides one with such peace of mind. You can finally relax therefore you are enhancing your sense of place. When you spend more time outside you begin to develop an appreciation for your surroundings. It can be as easy as talking a walk along nice path or going on a bike ride. You could also not listen to music on your way to class; that way you are attentive to your surroundings and be appreciative of the nature around you.
I love using my reusable Ziploc bags for fruit and snacks. My trustee reusable water bottle comes with me everywhere. I also have several fabric totes that I use for groceries or simply shopping around.
Dependable fresh food, supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these (or other) advantages inspire you the most?
Supporting local farms is a critical aspect in order to create a strong and solid local food system. Small farms aren’t always as fortunate as large corporations, so buying from the is a simple solution.
