Earth Month Ecochallenge 2024: Conservation

April 1 - April 30, 2024

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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Freshwater + Oceans Smart Seafood Choices

Many states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?

Denise Krol 4/25/2024 7:37 AM

I've never asked in a restaurant before where their seafood comes from before I order it. That is definitely a step I can take. We don't eat much fish - but I like the idea of eating fish that is abundant and less sought after. Not a fan of mussels - but knowing that they are more sustainable makes me what to investigate more.

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- Amber Weischedel 4/25/2024 7:40 AM
  
  I only eat fish I know where it comes from for this very reason. Great topic!
  
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Elizabeth Cheng 4/25/2024 7:00 AM

Learned the recycling rate for plastics. Committed to learn about how to reduce my plastics footprint.

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Buffy Dinh 4/24/2024 7:35 PM

Reducing waste through biodegradation, repurposing products and rethinking our economic infrastructures. Transportation method during high pollution in Arizona is broadcast days before notice of the events. Water distribution network is worrisome in Arizona due to drought, so conserving usage.

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Francis Staskon 4/24/2024 12:12 PM

Sent letter to my 2 Illinois senators and 1 congressman about passing Injury and Fatality Prevention Act due to increase heat related risks.

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AIMEE DANCER 4/23/2024 6:11 AM

On Sunday I planted tomatoes, jalapenos, onions and potatoes. This is my first attempt at a small garden. If all goes well, we will expand it next year.

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- AIMEE DANCER 4/23/2024 7:15 AM
  
  I mixed the soil from our land 50/50 with soil from the local nursery. The nursery sells it by the tractor bucket full for $30
  
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- Jingming Hu 4/23/2024 6:13 AM
  
  A lot of firewood
  
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- Elizabeth Cheng 4/25/2024 7:05 AM
  
  Love it!
  
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- Caitlin Heber 4/23/2024 6:29 AM
  
  What soil/dirt/fertilizer did you fill your planters with? I'm having a hard time figuring out the best way to fill mine without spending lots of $
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Save the Bees

What did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!

Denise Krol 4/23/2024 5:04 AM

I had collected seeds last year and let them over-winter outside in a protected container. I had some bee balm seeds that I planted in a new area where I dug up some of the lawn to extend my wildflower garden. I hope to see hundreds of buzzing bees on the new plants in a month or two!

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Elizabeth Cheng 4/22/2024 8:42 AM

This Earth Day, why I conserve is that others may enjoy a crisp cold morning outside among the trees. That's what I did this past weekend.

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AIMEE DANCER 4/22/2024 6:29 AM

I live next to the national forest where many people come to recreate. Unfortunately, there is often trash left behind. I spend one day every month cleaning up the forest.

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- Elizabeth Cheng 4/22/2024 8:45 AM
  
  Thanks for caring for the forest!
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Land + Forests Regenerative Agriculture and Me

What did you learn about the practice and benefits of regenerative agriculture? How can you support healthy farming practices for people and the planet?

Denise Krol 4/22/2024 5:22 AM

I love the idea of cover crops after the year's harvest is done. I will do more research into this idea to see what might be right for our latitude. I love to watch things grow at all times of the year and any cover crops that are good for the pollinators is exciting to me!

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Brittany Lochstampfor 4/22/2024 3:41 AM

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Celebrated by making a donate to our fundraiser. Anyone else celebrating in a fun way?

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