Carson Land

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will spend at least 30 minutes using the resources provided to learn about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

Support your local restaurants or shops instead of purchasing online or eating at fast food places.