Lisa Brenskelle
4/03/2025 5:05 PM
- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
I was surprised to learn that the National Park Service promotes and shares information about Indigenous conservation practices.
Lisa Brenskelle
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 587 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO390minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO40minutesspent learning
Lisa's actions
Land, Water, and Air
Join a Cleanup Effort
Working together to clean up public spaces helps the environment and builds community. I will participate in 1 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.
Community and Connection
Attend a Local Event
Local events such as farmers' markets, festivals, or community meetings like town halls are great ways to feel part of a community. I will attend 1 community events to connect with others and learn more about my area.
Health and Well-Being
Enjoy the Outdoors for 30 Minutes
Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside, then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.
Empowering the Next Generation
Learn About Indigenous Conservation Practices
Indigenous communities have stewarded ecosystems for generations through deep-rooted knowledge and connection to nature. I will spend 20 minutes exploring Indigenous conservation methods and reflecting on their role in fostering balance and equity with nature.
Participant Feed
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?
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Lisa Brenskelle 4/26/2025 6:21 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
The other day, when walking to/from my home to a neighborhood park, as well as around the park, I thought that I might complete the walk without seeing any trash on the ground, but near the end of my walk in the park, I found a plastic bottle cap. One day, perhaps I can take this walk and not see any trash. -
Lisa Brenskelle 4/23/2025 5:04 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
Took a walk to my local park today. It was a beautiful day after the showers ended. Lots of people (and their dogs) about.-
Olivia Nelson 4/23/2025 7:58 PM- Exercise Lover 🤸
- 14-DAY STREAK
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Lisa Brenskelle 4/19/2025 3:15 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
I hosted a guided prayer walk in a city park today. It's a good way to practice spirituality in nature.-
Jude Mbaegbu 4/19/2025 3:31 PM- Foodie 🍱
- 17-DAY STREAK
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Lisa Brenskelle 4/15/2025 5:19 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
I find that I am generally only getting outside when I need to run an errand. I don't drive, so errands mean i walk or bike. -
Lisa Brenskelle 4/12/2025 4:06 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
I am not doing well finding time to spend outdoors. I always have something on my to do list that has me in front of my computer. Need to break out of this bad habit!-
Shahin Meah 4/12/2025 4:37 PM- Adventurer 🏔
- 17-DAY STREAK
I can relate! But taking breaks away from your screen is pivotal for your health and mental well being… for everything else there is always this option:
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Arielle Kinch 4/12/2025 4:18 PM- Parent 🐻
- 17-DAY STREAK
Step away during lunch and take a walk outside. It helps break up my day and am always re-sets my mood.
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Lisa Brenskelle 4/06/2025 5:20 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
Today I spent time outdoors participating in the Walk for the Wild, which raises funds for conservation programs at the Houston Zoo. It's fun, as the walk takes place on zoo grounds and you can see the animals while you walk. The Walk for the Wild is an annual event. -
Lisa Brenskelle 4/05/2025 5:33 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
The time I spent outdoors today was at the Hands Off Protest in a park in front of city hall in Houston. I wasn't there to enjoy nature, but the activity was meaningful nonetheless. Here's an article on the more than 1000 protests that happened today: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz79ewg193ro -
REFLECTION QUESTION
Empowering the Next GenerationWhat lessons did you learn from Indigenous conservation practices, and how can these inspire the next generation to create a more sustainable and equitable future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth and Well-BeingWhat did you observe or experience while spending time outside, and how did it affect you? How does connecting with nature enhance your physical and mental well-being?
Lisa Brenskelle 4/01/2025 4:48 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 8-DAY STREAK
My 30 minutes outdoors today was walking to/from the light rail and home/destination. Hopefully tomorrow, I can spend time in a park.