UWRF Green Team

I learned a lot about little things you can change and how they can add up and make a bigger difference. What did you guys learn?

Found some little plants near the Falls. I think they look like liverworts? 

October 17th. Spent 2 hours walking around and exploring.

A couple of photos from my walk on Friday.

One challenge that I never made it to was carrying my trash. I think that I am likely to give this try as I am currently slowly but surely trying to make my way as close to a zero-waste lifestyle as I can. So far I've been using less one use plastic,etc. and switching them out for more reusable sturdy items such as real silverware, plates, cups...

I have really enjoyed this month's challenges. I think it was very helpful to really open up peoples' minds and eyes. I think one of the biggest impacts I've seen so far especially through the feed is how many realized how wasteful our culture/society/selves are. I think that the waste category was one that many people sought to change in their...

What have you learned from the October EcoChallenge? Have you established any new habits that you are likely to continue?

Did anyone decide to partake in any of the nature challenges? Did you discover anything new?

My "Create your own challenge" was to even further extend the amount of time I spend outside and work community ties by and go for a walk or other activity with friends. We often went into local shops to discover what was available locally. This helped by shopping locally, decreasing the need for a vehicle to purchase goods further...

What was your favorite challenge you chose? Why? Did it teach you anything or really open your eyes?