Action Track

Ecosystem Resilience: Restoring Nature Together

Caring for local ecosystems builds resilience for people and wildlife. Through cleanups, restoration, and tree planting, these actions support healthier habitats and stronger connections to nature.

Host a Cleanup Event with Colleagues

Shared projects at work strengthen teams and build organizational resilience. I will host or join (___) cleanup events with colleagues, classmates, or group members to improve our environment and strengthen collaboration.
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Five Ways to Make Your Cleanup More Sustainable

7 Steps to Hosting a Successful Cleanup

Plan Your Own Cleanup Event
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Clean Up Waterways Near You

Healthy waterways are essential for resilience. I will volunteer for (___) hours to clean or protect local rivers, lakes, wetlands, or coastal areas to support ecosystems and communities.
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How to Host a Cleanup

5 Ways to Make Your Cleanup More Sustainable

Where to find local trash cleanups
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Remove Invasive Species

Removing invasive species (species that are not naturally found in my area and can outcompete native plants) can help beautify nature around me and protect local biodiversity. I will learn about invasive plants in my area and, if possible, support or participate in at least one effort to beautify nature near me by removing invasive species.
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Watch: Invasive Species 101 | National Geographic (3:31 mins)

Explore What You Can Do to Stop the Spread While Spending Time Outdoors

Invasive Species 101 - An Introduction to Invasive Species
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Participate in a Habitat Restoration Project

Healthy habitats support resilient wildlife populations. I will join (___) restoration efforts, such as planting native plants, cleaning a natural area, or repairing trails to protect biodiversity.
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Learn About Degraded Land Restoration

Find Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer with the Sierra Club (USA)
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Plant Trees

Trees are vital for resilience, storing carbon, sheltering biodiversity, and protecting water and soil. I will plant (___) trees in my yard, community, or through a local project to help ecosystems adapt and thrive.
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Arbor Day Foundation Tree Finder Tool

8 Tree Care Tips for Young Trees

Tree Planting Tips from Project Learning Tree
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Take Part in a Community Beautification Project

Working together builds resilience and pride in the places we care about. I will participate in (___) community projects such as a cleanup or local beautification project that strengthens connections and shared purpose.
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73 Community Service Project Ideas

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Five Ways to Make Your Cleanup More Sustainable
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CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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