Small changes make
the biggest difference!
Select one or more of the simple suggestions below to help out our environment.
AROUND THE HOUSE
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Use curtains and blinds to keep your house cool in summer and warm in winter
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Select energy-efficient appliances and lighting for your home
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Turn off water when brushing your teeth, take shorter showers, and turn off unused lights.
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Donate unwanted clothing and household goods to promote re-use.
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Buy and prepare locally-sourced foods and sustainable seafood.
IN THE YARD
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Choose native plants for your yard and remove invasive foliage.
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Install bird and bat houses.
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Limit your use of chemicals and pesticides.
OUT AND ABOUT
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Use a reusable beverage cup for style and sustainability!
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Steer clear of single-use plastic, including plastic cutlery and bags.
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Don’t litter, and pick up trash wherever you see it.
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Quit smoking! You’ll save your health and save the earth from toxic butts.
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Recycle fishing line to protect wildlife.
HEY KIDS… YOU CAN SAVE THE WORLD!
There are a TON of ways kids can help with conservation! Here are just a few:
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Help a turtle cross a road!
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Build a bat house or bird house!
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Just take a hike and explore!
