Reid Park Zoo

Out of all types of terrains, I personally enjoy forests the most. For me, they're a place to unwind while connecting with nature. My absolute favorite forest to visit is in Glacier National Park!

Currently, the US has advisories regarding shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tilefish due to high levels of mercury. Because I only consume salmon about once a month or so, my diet would fall into these guidelines. I will continue to check the US fish advisories before consuming salmon in the future to make sure I'm still following these...

I've worked to make grabbing reusable bags before heading out a regular habit. It made it much more automatic for me.

Trying to cut down on "want" purchases can be very tricky! As someone that enjoys fashion, I've learned that it's hard for me to have self control when it comes to clothing. Going forward, I will keep trying to limit my clothing purchasing and continue to only buy from sustainable brands or second-hand.

Meat/dairy production and consumption generates significant environmental threats across the globe. From greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, water pollution, and large volumes of animal waste, this industry is extremely harmful in a way that impacts the lives of everyone on earth! Limiting your meat/dairy consumption or trying...

The challenge has been fun and challenging. Eating a low carbon diet and learning of native landscape have been the most impactful. I am pleased I decided to participate, as the challenge has helped me become familiar with a community that is new to me, and been monumental in creating eco conscious and healthier havits.

I have not been able to participate in a planting, so have focused on creating my own native plant refuge on my patio,

I have been eating less beef and dairy, and instead am replacing these with plant based foods. It has been interesting as I notice my body has less cravings as I have adapted to the changes.

Meal planning has been something I wanted to do, but simply never started. I am seeing the benefits in saving energy, and definitely less food waste.

As I was cleaning, I met people I would not have.