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Tim Curtis

Reid Park Zoo

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    disposable cups
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    pieces of plastic cutlery
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    plastic bottles
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    plastic containers
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    plastic straws
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Tim 's actions

Lifestyle

Natural Fibers

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

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Food

Use Reusable Utensils

I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

COMPLETED 9
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Pets

Thrifty Pets

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.

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Pets

Invest in a Pooper-Scooper

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

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Advocate for Plastic-Free Dining

I will talk to the owner or manager of a restaurant I frequent to request that they reduce their use of single-use and disposable plastics.

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Go Strawless

I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

COMPLETED 9
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Use a Reusable Mug

If possible, I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

COMPLETED 9
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Fill a Water Bottle

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

COMPLETED 9
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Minimize Packaging

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

COMPLETED 9
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Choose Reusable Food Storage

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

COMPLETED 9
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Cook a Plastic Free Meal

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

COMPLETED 9
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Food

Skip Plastic Bags

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

COMPLETED 9
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Lifestyle

Clean Plate Club

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

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Lifestyle

Homemade Cleaners

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

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Lifestyle

Buy Only What I Need

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

COMPLETED 9
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    Tim Curtis 7/27/2022 11:01 AM
    It's important to reduce plastic use. 

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    Tim Curtis 7/17/2022 3:12 PM
    I now use plastic water bottles multiple times before recycling. I also use ziplock bags multiple times.

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    Tim Curtis 7/11/2022 12:51 PM
    using less plastic is easy