Kim Schenk

I will spend 30 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

I will prepare my own pet food and treats to avoid plastic packaging.

If traveling, I will bring my own plastic free items (water bottle, grocery bags, collapsible food containers, utensils, straws, etc.) with me.

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

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

I will conduct a waste audit - including recyclables and compost - to understand how much waste I create and where I can reduce the most.

I will make my environmental actions visible by posting to my social media networks.

I will sign a petition in support of a plastic-related initiative in my state/province.

I will purchase toothpaste in an aluminum tube or in a glass jar or make my own!

I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, and conditions with either a bar or refillable option.