Amy Hargis
"My mission is to see the impact of collective action by doing my part for the environment."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,037 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO144gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO80milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO80milestraveled by bike
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UP TO630minutesspent exercising
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UP TO485minutesspent learning
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UP TO60minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO945minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO91pounds of CO2have been saved
Amy's actions
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Health
Take Control
Both system and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Simplicity
De-Clutter My Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Simplicity
Track my Purchases
I will spend 15 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.
Transportation
Go by Bike
I will commute by bike 4 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 4.54 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Support Local PollinatorsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
Amy Hargis 10/09/2018 7:10 AMPollinators help to increase biodiversity, provide us with many things that we enjoy, and are creatures that have just as much right to exist as we do. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Amy Hargis 10/09/2018 7:09 AMI am able to see what is around me and enjoy new areas that I didn't know existed. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Take ControlHow do environmental health, community health, and your personal health intersect?
Amy Hargis 10/08/2018 3:01 PMI think they all intersect because when you are in a healthier environment, you are more likely to take the time to focus on your own personal health. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Forage for My FoodAmongst the motivations for foraging are: a source of food; means of income; connecting with nature; cultural tradition; or transmitting "local ecological knowledge, and a means for stewarding local and native plant populations" (McLain et al. 2012, 13). Which of these would be your chief motivation and why?
Amy Hargis 10/08/2018 3:01 PMSource of food would be the highest priority for me, although I think it would help me connect with nature while foraging. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Go by BikeHow do your transportation choices affect your engagement in your community? Does your experience differ while walking, riding transit, biking or driving?
Amy Hargis 10/05/2018 8:26 AMI am able to see more of what is around me when I travel slower and take my time to explore my community. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Watch a Documentary about Food SovereigntyHow does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?
Amy Hargis 10/04/2018 6:55 AMFood sovereignty helps give people the ability to choose what to eat, where it comes from, and how it is grown. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Know My healthHow do you deal with the physical and emotional stress of the big problems we face? How can you help others cope?
Amy Hargis 10/04/2018 6:33 AMI take time to fully understand the problem and determine if it's as big as I think it is. I try not to blow things out of proportion. I can help others cope by being a good listener. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Track my PurchasesWhat have you noticed about your purchases? Where are you inclined to make shifts, if any?
Amy Hargis 10/04/2018 6:32 AMI am inclined to make changes to my purchases of convenience items while on the go. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Go get a check upHow do you practice self care?
Amy Hargis 10/03/2018 8:03 AMI take time to relax and read a book, go for a walk, and spend time alone.