David Pontious

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

I will take a walk each day.

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

I will walk 1 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 1.34 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will research or test drive an electric car or bike.

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

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