Laura Protzman

Removing invasive species (species that are not naturally found in my area and can outcompete native plants) can help beautify nature around me and protect local biodiversity. I will learn about invasive plants in my area and, if possible, support or participate in at least one effort to beautify nature near me by removing invasive species.

I am going to plant species such as wild geranium and butterfly weed in my yard to support bees and butterflies.

I’ll take a short pre-survey to share what motivated me to join — and earn 15 points! (If I already took the survey by email, I’ll just mark this action complete to get my points.)

Eating a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables is a simple way to boost our personal health and support a more resilient food system. I will prepare and enjoy 4 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.

Resilience is part of how nature works. I will spend 60 minutes learning about ecological resilience—how ecosystems adapt to disturbances and renew themselves through cycles of growth and renewal.

Every community around the world faces challenges—from natural disasters to economic changes—and find ways to adapt and thrive. I will spend 60 minutes exploring stories of community resilience and reflect on what lessons I can bring to my own community.