

Cassidy Martin
"Almost Everything Else > Plastic"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 339 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO10advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO27plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10conversationswith people
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UP TO10minutesspent learning
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UP TO22plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO52pieces of litterpicked up
Cassidy's actions
Food
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Lifestyle
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.
Food
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Pets
All Natural Pet Toys
I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!
Lifestyle
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Personal Care
Say No to "Flushable Wipes"
Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.
Lifestyle
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Community
Say No to Styrofoam
Throughout its life cycle, polystyrene (styrofoam) can harm people, communities, and the planet. I will refuse styrofoam whenever I can, making sure to kindly let people know why I'm asking for alternative packaging.
Community
Learn about Plastic Production
Plastic production, not just disposal, pollutes communities and harms people. I will learn about the impacts of plastic production on humans, animals, communities, and the environment.
Lifestyle
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Pets
Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal
I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.
Food
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.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityHow does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?
Cassidy Martin 7/05/2022 5:14 AMLiving next to a major road, there’s always tons of plastic for me to pick up on the other side of my fence. It helps me realize that even though people like us understand the consequences of plastic pollution and littering, there are still many who are not familiar with the concept.