Sara Hefty
4/29/2024 4:49 PM
Volunteering connects me more into the community in which I live.
Sara Hefty
POINTS TOTAL
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- 337 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO45minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO150minutesspent learning
Sara's actions
Land + Forests
Keep My Community Clean
At times it may not feel like it's up to us to keep our community clean and healthy, but we all have a role to play. Each day I am outside, I will pick up any litter I see.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 1 hours in my community.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Use Reusable Bags
Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals and can end up in habitats that harm wildlife. I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
Action Track: Community
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 30 minutes learning more about the importance of freshwater + ocean conservation, and how I can reduce my water use. I will share what I learn with people in person, on social media, and on the feed.
Freshwater + Oceans
Low Water Gardening
Grass lawns are water-intensive and on average require about 30 percent of a household’s water consumption. Native plants are water-efficient and help maintain the balance and diversity of local ecosystems. I will plant native species with water-efficient plants to conserve water and improve the habitat, then post a photo on the feed to share.
Action Track: Community
Share My "Why"
I will record a video to share why I am taking action this Earth Month, a sustainable swap I've made, and/or a local conservation effort in my area.
Land + Forests
Forest-Friendly Foods
I will look for sustainable palm oil products with the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSP) label. I will replace or remove the palm oil, coffee, and cocoa products in my current diet that are known to contribute to deforestation and opt for ones that help sustain healthy communities and forests.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Save the Bees
Bees are vital to ecosystems. To help save the bees, I will learn which local flowers provide nectar and plant them in my backyard or in a pot on my balcony.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Plastic in Clothing and Water
Synthetic clothing can contain plastic and shed harmful microplastics into our water. I will use a microplastics catcher in my laundry, or install a microplastics filter for my washing machine.
Land + Forests
Explore My Area
When we explore natural spaces around us, our connections with them change. I will spend 120 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood, office, or campus (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Climate + Air
Make & Take Bright Betty Lamp
Bright Betty Lamps are excellence for emergency lighting, off-the-grid, camping or simply relaxation.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Volunteer in my CommunityHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Low Water GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Sara Hefty 4/29/2024 4:48 PMI think pollution is the most prominent water concerns in our area. I've noted the site on making a rain garden with plans to do so in the next several years or so. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Community Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and OceansWhat did you learn about freshwater and oceans you did not already know? In sharing this information with people in your life, which conversation was impactful to you?
Sara Hefty 4/25/2024 3:44 PMI didn't know that one out of every two breaths we take is thanks to our oceans!-
Jeanne Poirier 4/25/2024 5:01 PMWow - at almost 70 years old, I did not realize this either!!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Explore My AreaWhere did you go for your walk or hike in nature? What were the benefits of doing so?
Sara Hefty 4/19/2024 9:37 AMI went to a park with pickleball courts and was able to explore the area a bit. The benefits of doing so were I felt more calm, peace and relaxed afterwards. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Forest-Friendly FoodsWhat did you learn about forest-friendly foods? How difficult or easy was it to change your diet?
Sara Hefty 4/17/2024 4:50 PMI learned about the Smithsonian certification for bird-habitat friendly coffee. For me, it takes time to change my diet and going to a more plant-based and sustainable diet is something I've been improving upon for years. These articles helped continue that progress. -
REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Save the BeesWhat did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!
Sara Hefty 4/12/2024 8:32 PMAfter reading the three articles linked to this item, I ordered four pollinator plants for our front garden!
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Plastic in Clothing and WaterHow did you try to catch the release of microplastics in your laundry? What did you learn in the process?
Sara Hefty 4/09/2024 9:24 AMI went through the articles and watched the video to learn about microplastics in our laundry. While doing so, I talked with my husband about installing the PlanetCare2.0 on our washing machine and sent him a couple of links to review. I've added installing the PlanetCare2.0 to our home improvement to-do list!
Also, I've been wanting to move into higher-quality clothing that last longer. After reading the articles, I'm more educated to choose fabrics that will be better for the environment and have shops that I can explore when I'm ready to explore purchasing options.
