Earth Month Ecochallenge 2026

Matthew's points

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
95 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

150

pieces of litter

picked up
UP TO

1.0

hour

volunteered
UP TO

40

minutes

spent learning

Matthew's actions

Action Track

Plant Trees

Trees are vital for resilience, storing carbon, sheltering biodiversity, and protecting water and soil. I will plant 3 trees in my yard, community, or through a local project to help ecosystems adapt and thrive.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Biodiversity and Wildlife

Learn About Wildlife Corridors

Wildlife corridors allow animals to move safely between habitats. I will spend 15 minutes learning how corridors support resilience and, if possible, identify one in my region.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Water

Learn About Water and Climate Change

Water is one of the most visible ways climate change impacts our lives. I will spend 15 minutes learning how climate change affects water in my region and explore actions that can help people and ecosystems adapt.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Action Track

Clean Up Waterways Near You

Healthy waterways are essential for resilience. I will volunteer for 1 hours to clean or protect local rivers, lakes, wetlands, or coastal areas to support ecosystems and communities.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Action Track

What did you notice about your local waterway during your cleanup? How did participating make you feel more connected to your community or environment?
Matthew Kilsdonk 4/30/2026 7:12 AM

I noticed that just me alone picking up trash throughout my day working along the creek made a big difference. If more people would help and clean up then we as a whole can make a difference in our community.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity and Wildlife

What did you learn about wildlife corridors, and how do they help species survive and adapt?
Matthew Kilsdonk 4/30/2026 7:10 AM

I learned about how fencing affects migrational pronghorn and deer movements. I also learned that by changing something small like removing a bottom wire or having a gap in the fence can drastically change how and when animals migrate around urban areas.

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