Mary Franz

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

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

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will not eat seafood.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will not purchase anything but food and water during the Challenge.

I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my family, for 10 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.