Ashley Gorze

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.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will spend at least 60 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will spend 30 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.