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Kelli Kaiser

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"Connection & Environment"

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 110 THIS WEEK
  • 613 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    1.0
    carbon footprint
    calculated
  • UP TO
    3.0
    new places
    explored
  • UP TO
    1.0
    sharing economy
    explored
  • UP TO
    4.0
    water collection systems
    installed
  • UP TO
    1.0
    water footprint
    calculated
  • UP TO
    280
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    31
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    410
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    120
    conversations
    with people
  • UP TO
    2.0
    community events
    hosted or attended
  • UP TO
    65
    minutes
    spent learning

Kelli's actions

Health and Well-Being

Go Get a Check Up

Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Host a Gathering

Bringing people together helps strengthen bonds. I will organize and host a gathering, such as a potluck, coffee meet up, or shared meal, for friends, family, colleagues, or neighbors to foster connection and community spirit.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Check In with a Friend or Colleague

Staying connected strengthens relationships and boosts well-being. Each day, I will reach out to 1 friends or colleagues to check in, have a meaningful conversation, or offer support.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Plant (or Adopt) a Plant

Landscaping with native plants, gardening, and having plants inside can have benefits for nature and our health. I will plant or adopt a new plant or grow one from seeds and post a photo of it to the feed.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Sustainable Innovation

Choose a Product Made with Sustainable Materials

Every choice matters. I will purchase or switch to products made from sustainable or recycled materials to support innovation and reduce environmental impact.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Learn to Grow Plants Your Way

Growing plants can be rewarding and can create habitats big and small for wildlife. And, we can grow things almost anywhere! I will spend 15 minutes researching options for growing plants either inside or outside.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Join a Group

Belonging to a group can help build friendships and a sense of purpose. I will explore online or in-person groups or clubs that share my interests or goals and join a group to connect with others.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Reduce Vehicle Idling

Idling cars wastes fuel, contributes to climate change, and pollutes the air in our communities. I will turn off my engine when waiting in my car to reduce air pollution and carbon emissions.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 30 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Wildlife

Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 10 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Understand My Water Footprint

Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Learn How to Save the Bees

Bees and other pollinators are vital to ecosystems and agriculture. I will spending 15 minutes learning about local pollinators and why they are so important.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Learn to be a Responsible Tourist

Being a responsible tourist means not disturbing wildlife and choosing eco-friendly tour operators and destinations that prioritize wildlife conservation and respect animal welfare. I will spend 20 minutes researching ways to travel responsibly to ensure my adventures support, rather than harm, wildlife and their habitats.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Collect Rain Water

Rainwater collection reduces water waste and supports gardens. I will install a rain barrel or collect rainwater to use for 4 outdoor tasks, such as watering plants or cleaning.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Offer a Skill or Service

Sharing our talents can benefit those around us. I will offer my skills or services to support my community, such as helping someone with a task, tutoring, repairing something, or volunteering my expertise.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Health and Well-Being

Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns

Environmental issues often impact marginalized communities the most. I will spend 15 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Conduct a Home Energy Audit

Reducing energy use helps protect the air and climate. I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy and reduce pollution.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Learn About Water Justice

Access to clean water is a basic right, yet not everyone has it. I will spend 15 minutes learning about water justice issues and who is affected.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Swap and Share with Others

Swapping and sharing resources reduces waste and builds community bonds. I will participate in 1 swaps or sharing activities, like borrowing items, attending or hosting a swap meet, or giving away items I no longer need to support a sharing economy with friends, family, colleagues or neighbors.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Health and Well-Being

Prepare for Extreme Weather

Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Community and Connection

Explore My Area

Discovering what’s nearby fosters a deeper connection to my community. I will explore 3 new places in my area, such as parks, historical sites, or local businesses.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Calculate My Carbon Impact

Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Take Shorter Showers

Conserving water helps protect this precious resource. I will shorten my showers to 5 minutes to save water and reduce energy use - each time saving up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water!

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 14
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    How do pollinators impact your daily life, and what changes can you make to ensure they continue to thrive?

    Kelli Kaiser's avatar
    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 3:35 PM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    This list could be a mile long! Bees help pollinate the food we eat and contribute to food security, they pollinate the flowers I enjoy in my garden, bees make honey I enjoy in tea or sweets and so much more. I will continue to make choices for my home garden that are good for pollinators (especially native flowers) and I won't use pesticides in my garden. This is our first spring with our garden so it is our first time seeing how our garden can help support the bees.

    • Samrat  Pathania's avatar
      Samrat Pathania 4/14/2025 4:54 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • Educator 🧠
      • 16-DAY STREAK
      Please consider adding your garden to the Homegrown National Park (https://homegrownnationalpark.org/)

    • Marissa Tompkins's avatar
      Marissa Tompkins 4/14/2025 3:41 PM
      • Climate Advocate 🌱
      • 10-DAY STREAK
      I love that, Kelli! I know that I always strive to plant wildflowers to attract pollinators to my garden as well!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What is one way you can reduce your impact on nature the next time you spend time outdoors, and how might that action help preserve the environment for others?

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 3:29 PM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    I have known of the overall idea of "leave no trace" for a long time, though I was not familiar with the 7 principles until this challenge. I was happy to see that I practice all of these principles. One principle I can work to be even better at is "dispose of waste properly," specifically spilled food waste. I can recall a time where I spilled a small quantity of dog food at a camp ground and did not think to pack it out. Improving on cleaning up food waste would be better for nature, but also better for those using the campsite after me.

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 11:05 AM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    We are about halfway through earth month. I started this challenge and have learned so much through the variety of 1-time challenges. I completed both a carbon footprint and water footprint assessment for our home last week. I learned more about the plants that are growing in our new home and I learned more about being a responsible tourist. I visited new places in my community and attended community events. I still have more challenges to tackle on my 1-time challenges list and am looking forward to learning more!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What did you learn about how tourism impacts wildlife, and how can you make more conscious choices when planning a trip? How do you think your travel decisions can contribute to wildlife conservation and respectful interactions with nature?

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 11:01 AM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    I spent time learning how to be a responsible tourist. Specifically, I learned tips for an upcoming group trip to a beach. Some tips I know I will be including are:
    • Choosing reef safe sunscreen (I am already the one purchasing sunscreen for the group, so I will happily make this decision for us all)
    • Packing out all our trash on the beach day
    • Using re-usable water bottles (we all have them for the trip)
    • Respecting wildlife-- there are usually bird nesting grounds near where we stay.
    While I some things I learned were just reminders, I did brush up on reef-safe sunscreen brands. Mineral oils are present in a lot of sunscreen and can take a long time to biodegrade. I will use this information moving forward.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    Are you a gardener or house plant lover? Why or why not? What do you need to elevate your plant care skills?

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 10:45 AM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    My fiance and I are new home owners. Luckily for us, our home is beautifully landscaped, but, we need to learn how to take care of everything well. This weekend I spent time learning the names of some of the flowers in our front garden and how to care for them. Specifically, I learned about how to care for two types of flowers we have in abundance (grape hyacinth + daffodils) when they stop blooming to help prevent seeds from spreading and to promote healthy blooms next year!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community and Connection
    What new places or experiences did you discover in your local area? How has exploring your community changed your perspective or sense of connection?

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 10:40 AM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    I attended the following places that were new to me:
    • a new-to-me restaurant that had delicious food
    • a bar in my neighborhood that we had never been to
    • a new local supermarket that opened near our home
    • a chain smoothie place, with a franchise near our home owned by a local couple

      I particularly enjoyed the new market, we will be shopping there more often.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    How did shortening your showers affect your awareness of water conservation? What other water-saving practices can you adopt in your daily routine?

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 10:36 AM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    This month I turned off the water while waiting for my hair mask, which I use every other week, to sit for ten minutes. I used this time to save water and apply skin care products instead.

    • Olivia Nelson's avatar
      Olivia Nelson 4/14/2025 10:54 AM
      • Exercise Lover 🤸
      • 14-DAY STREAK
      I do the same thing! While I wait the 5-10 minutes for my hair mask to sit, I will sometimes think to myself things that I need to do for the rest of the day.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    How did being mindful of vehicle idling change your perspective on fuel consumption and air quality? What other transportation habits can you adopt to reduce your environmental impact?

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/14/2025 10:28 AM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    This month I was extra mindful of vehicle idling. My car auto shuts off the engine while stopped, when the brake pedal is pressed fully. Turning the wheel or letting go of the brake will start the engine. I always knew my car had this feature, but I never specifically looked up how/when to engage it before this challenge.

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/13/2025 4:50 PM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    This month we are starting to see some nicer weather. This makes it easier for me to want to walk to places like the grocery store, to dinner, or other places in my neighborhood. It is a good addition to ecochallenge month that I know will continue through the summer and fall.

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    Kelli Kaiser 4/11/2025 12:08 PM
    • Community Builder 🤝
    • 14-DAY STREAK
    Happy Friday EcoChallenge Team!