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Barbara Pilert

Maryland Zoo

"Tread lightly on the earth. We are not here that long"

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    plastic containers
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Barbara's actions

Food

Skip Plastic Bags

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

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Lifestyle

Ditch Dryer Sheets

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

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DAILY ACTION

Lifestyle

Travel Eating

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

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Lifestyle

Homemade Cleaners

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

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Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle
    Was this action easy or difficult to do? How did it change your travel experience?

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    Barbara Pilert 7/22/2022 1:35 PM
    I have reusable beeswax wrappers.  They are a little pricy—$18 for three sheets, but they are reusable. They will keep a sandwich fresh. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle
    Often, single-use and disposable products don't just create more trash - they also contain toxins that are bad for humans. What are some other single-use items that are harmful to humans?

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    Barbara Pilert 7/22/2022 1:33 PM
    You never know what those plastics do in your microwave. Do they leach into your food?  I would rather use glass containers and not worry..love Corning ware

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    Barbara Pilert 7/22/2022 1:31 PM
    It is so much cheaper to use homemade cleaners, and easy.  Baking soda and vinegar are your new friends.