Joshua Graveline

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

I will eat 3 meal(s) outside each day.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will sign up for a Recycler / Composter program in my area.

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

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

I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

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

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my family, for 30 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 tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

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.

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.