Join the movement to refuse single-use plastics with Plastic Free EcoChallenge!

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Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2019

July 1 - July 31, 2019

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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?

Jim Armbrust 7/31/2019 6:53 PM

It’s not hard to shop without incorporating plastic into your shopping list. If you give a little thought to your list prior to going to the store we can all be winners with a cleaner environment!!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Family Glass Bottle Baby

How can you take your commitment to sustainable living beyond yourself and your family? How can you, personally, work toward broader change?

Catherine Calderwood 7/31/2019 1:43 PM

Spreading the message in little ways has been pretty effective. Most people act like my family, respectfully rolling their eyes and jokingly keeping me accountable for every scrap of plastic. But there are some people who really listen.

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Catherine Calderwood 7/31/2019 1:40 PM

I've enjoyed this challenge again this year. The biggest change I would like to carry with me is getting better about my plastic bags. I need to stop talking and pay attention!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Lifestyle Travel Smart

How can/did you prepare to be successful in this action? Did you engage in conversation with anyone about your new habit?

Catherine Calderwood 7/31/2019 9:15 AM

It takes a lot more pre thought to make sure everything is ready and clean. My family has been teasing me, kindly, but they've also made a few changes.

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Catherine Calderwood 7/30/2019 1:08 PM

I've been failing at the bag thing lately... I get too wrapped up in conversations #extrovertproblems #I'vegottodobetter

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Pets Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal

We know you want to - tell us about why your pet is so awesome!

Catherine Calderwood 7/30/2019 1:04 PM

So, I have two very fun loving kitties who are working on loving each other. They're both tabbies, so furniture has no chance in my house. Their light hair shows up on dark fabrics and vice-versa. I call Charlie my cat puppy because he sometimes acts more like a dog than a cat.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community Keep My Community Clean

How does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?

Catherine Calderwood 7/30/2019 12:49 PM

I keep seeing more things to pick up! It's funny how you don't notice things until you're looking.

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Jim Armbrust 7/29/2019 8:27 PM

I have enjoyed participating in this July challenge knowing that everyone is working toward a common goal!

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Jim Armbrust 7/25/2019 10:35 AM

I very rarely eat at restaurants that offer plastic cutlery anymore.

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Jim Armbrust 7/25/2019 10:33 AM

I applaud grocery stores that have stopped using plastic bags.

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