Community Team

It's the little things that can make a difference, even stopping and listening to someone in need. I believe what you put into the universe will come back to you.

Buying native plants have a higher success rate. Previously, I planted Blue berries, cutting of raspberries, golden currants and Oregon Grape. This year I purchased: kinnikinnick, wild rose and bare root hip roses. They're hardy and maintain from season to season. Overall, it's more peaceful sitting in the back yard when I'm not working.

Plants look a lot more healthier. It also cuts down on the weeds with more nutrients going towards the trees and bushes. It's a lot easier to do.

This was the first time I had to do the City Nature Challenge by myself.

It sounds like the next step is simply to pause, think about the video, and fill out the reflection form linked on SharePoint. Taking a few minutes to reflect helps you connect the ideas in the video to your own experiences and the work your team is doing.

Being part of a green team strengthens collaboration because everyone is working toward a shared purpose that feels meaningful. When people plan activities together, solve environmental challenges, and support each other’s ideas, it naturally builds trust and teamwork. It creates a space where everyone’s strengths matter.

I identified a few risks, like limited water, loss of habitat, and extreme heat, as well as resources, such as strong teamwork, local knowledge, and access to native plants. Knowing these helps the group respond better because it shows what challenges we need to prepare for and what strengths we can rely on. When everyone understands both the...

I created a simple daily action to reduce waste, like bringing my own bag and bottle everywhere I go. It matters to me because it’s small, consistent, and something I can control. Even one habit like this makes me feel more responsible for my impact and more connected to the idea of living sustainably.

Avoiding single‑use plastics ..........................

Collecting rainwater made me feel more aware of how nature constantly recycles and renews itself. It’s a simple act, but it shows how valuable every drop is and how much we depend on natural cycles we usually don’t notice. It also made me more mindful about using resources wisely instead of taking them for granted. I used the water for watering...