Join the movement to refuse single-use plastics with Plastic Free Ecochallenge!

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Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022

July 1 - July 31, 2022

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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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Lifestyle Support a Sharing Economy

What are the benefits of a sharing economy? How could a sharing economy change the dynamics you have with friends, family and/or neighbors?

Janice Martin 7/30/2022 7:38 AM

My small garden has been a great success this summer. I have shared rhubarb, lettuce, basil, parsley and oregano with friends, neighbours and family. I will soon have cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, etc. to share. Gardening is a really simple way to share produce, recipes and create conversations.

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Stephen Petersen 7/29/2022 3:20 PM

zero plastic lunch treat for the win!

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Stephen Petersen 7/29/2022 7:54 AM

these little stickers are my plastic pet peeve for today!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Cook a Plastic Free Meal

Do an inventory of your kitchen to see how many single-use plastics you've used in the past. What are some resuable alternatives to these commonly used products? What would your impact be if you switched all the single-use products from your inventory to reusable?

Carol Graham 7/28/2022 7:29 AM

I found this challenge to be harder than I expected, especially for produce. It made me realize just how many plastic vegetable bags I actually use (even though I do re-purpose them). I searched online and found a couple of patterns to crochet my own produce bags . . . my next project!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Family Swap the Snacks

How does swapping out prepackaged snacks for fresh fruit or veggies benefit your family?

Jackie Enberg 7/27/2022 9:56 AM

Prepackaged snacks add more waste, are sometimes less healthy for you, and also tend to cost more.

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Stephen Petersen 7/27/2022 7:19 AM

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Jackie Enberg 7/26/2022 11:29 AM

After a hard rain, there always seems to be more litter exposed.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community Keep My Community Clean

How does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?

Jackie Enberg 7/26/2022 11:28 AM

Picking up litter always gives me a sense of pride for where I live and work. And it is one more piece of trash that won't end up in our waterways.

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Lynda Mauro 7/26/2022 7:58 AM

Getting back into the routine of using mesh produce bags.

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Ashley R 7/26/2022 7:46 AM

Keep up the good work everyone!

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