Alicia Ludwig

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 30 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will spend 30 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

Cheap, single-use items and disposable packaging end up blowing around as litter more often in poor and POC-majority neighborhoods. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.