Claire Bolster

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

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

I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.

I will purchase beauty products that are packaged in sustainable packaging.

I will use a menstrual cup and/or cloth pads

I will purchase refillable beauty products.

I will lessen my plastic impact by making my own makeup.

I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or I will make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

I will spend 25 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

I will visit rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

I will host a house party with friends and/or colleagues to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on plastics.

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.

I want to tell at least 2 people about Plastic-Free July to make sure that awareness is spread and hopefully people can follow the aquarium's lead!