becky kreger

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

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

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will not purchase anything but food and water.

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will use public transit 8 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 1.61 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

I will take a walk each day.

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

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

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

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