

kelly hanson
"Small changes make big impacts"
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participant impact
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UP TO38advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO41conversationswith people
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UP TO442minutesspent learning
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UP TO48pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO100plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
kelly's actions
Kitchen
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).
Kitchen
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 3 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Kitchen
Travel Eating
If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.
Family + 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!
Bedroom
Catch Those Microfibers
I will use a microfiber catcher in my laundry, or install a microfiber filter for my washing machine.
Kitchen
Try a New Recipe
I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.
Community
Advocate for Office Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Study
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.
Bedroom
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Kitchen
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Family + Pets
Homemade Pet Treats
I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.
Study
Estimate Your Ecological Footprint
I will calculate my ecological footprint, and from the results brainstorm and take action on ways I can reduce my annual footprint.
Study
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Bedroom
Eco Detergent
I will use laundry detergent that is packaged in glass or aluminum, or an alternative like soap nuts.
Bathroom
Homemade or Refillable Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.
Bathroom
Sustainable Suds
I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable options.
Kitchen
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Bathroom
That Was a Close Shave
I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.
Bathroom
A Sustainable Flow
I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.
Bathroom
Pearly Whites
I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.
Bathroom
Brush with Bamboo
I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.
Bedroom
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Family + Pets
Sustainable Suds: Pet Edition
I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar or refillable shampoo option.
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 QUESTIONFamily + Pets Homemade Pet TreatsHow could you reduce your waste even further (i.e. by making pet treats out of kitchen scraps or about-to-go-bad produce)?
kelly hanson 7/28/2023 7:43 PMI recently got some Kong like toys from Woof where you can make your own frozen treat centers for the feeder toy. My dogs love them, and I have made multiple different smoothies to freeze in the Kong molds. Makes it really easy to use produce that doesn't come in plastic packaging.-
Brittany Alvarez 7/28/2023 8:36 PMThat’s cool!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets All Natural Pet ToysIn what ways is supplying your pet with all natural pet toys better for your pet, better for you, and better for the environment?
kelly hanson 7/28/2023 7:36 PMMy dog destroys toys very soon after I give them to her but with the natural antlers, she's had them all month and they are still going strong. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchen Travel EatingWas this action easy or difficult to do? How did it change your travel experience?
kelly hanson 7/28/2023 7:34 PMBringing my own snacks made travel much easier. I didn't have to look for items that I could eat while I was out and was able to bring more variety by packing my food. -
kelly hanson 7/15/2023 2:05 PMDid you know that you will receive a 10-cent discount at Starbucks if you bring your reusable cup in?! We should do a similar discount at the Safari cafe!-
Brittany Alvarez 7/17/2023 7:18 PMWould love to see this at our zoo!
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kelly hanson 7/07/2023 10:25 AM-
Brittany Alvarez 7/07/2023 2:13 PMThe Sprouts I shop at has signs at the register about ditching plastic bags and asking customers to bring their own, otherwise they have to buy a bag!
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kelly hanson 6/30/2023 2:17 PMGet ready.... ONE MORE DAY!!! -
kelly hanson 6/24/2023 2:03 PM -
kelly hanson 6/18/2023 9:47 AMLess than 2 weeks till July!