JR Jackson
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 40 THIS WEEK
- 501 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO22poundswaste composted
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UP TO80single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO369minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO199minutesspent learning
JR's actions
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Leave No Trace
I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace whenever I am outside.
Biodiversity + Wildlife
Grow Local
I will research and plant a garden filled with native fruits, vegetables, and flowers to nurture local wildlife and ecosystems. I will find nearby nurseries that offer plants native to my area.
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.
Land + Forests
Compost Food Waste
Food in the landfill is one of the main sources of greenhouse gasses. I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day by composting my food.
Land + Forests
30 for 30 in Nature
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 (in a large or small patch of nature), then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.
Action Track: Community
Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
I will spend 15 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.
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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JR Jackson 4/22/2024 11:03 AMHappy Earth Day!! Celebrating by taking the day off and picking up Garden Supplies.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Leave No TraceEducator Stephanie Kaza advises her students to focus on what they care about most when addressing the enormity of ecological problems. Is there a specific area you feel particularly called to work on?
JR Jackson 4/20/2024 5:34 PMMy area to focus on for Ecology is by composting yard and food waste (vegetables and fruits). I care about the items growing in the yard which will continuously to give me a place of peace. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBiodiversity + Wildlife Use Reusable BagsHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
JR Jackson 4/17/2024 8:13 PMIt was an easy challenge. In my State you have to bring your own Bag when you shop. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?
JR Jackson 4/02/2024 6:57 AMI've noticed there are food waste I had tossed instead of using for compost. I'm sure it stems from not a receptacle for the Apple Cores and Banana Peels. I'm doing better and I know my garden appreciate it. -
JR Jackson 3/23/2024 12:02 AMLooking forward to the Eco Challenge. Spending time in the yard and garden and learning and generating new habits.-
Pavan Solanki 3/23/2024 8:34 PMNice!!
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