Joan Stiener

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will take a walk each day.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.

I will not eat seafood.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

Research or test drive an electric car or bike.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.

I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.