Samantha Olson

I will read through the three emails each week to learn more about plastic and get ideas on how to use less.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polyvinyl, polystyrene and polycarbonate (#3,#6 and #7).

I will pick up 1 piece(s) of plastic litter each day and dispose of it responsibly.

Although a long-standing festive tradition, balloons are harmful for animals and the environment. I will spend 15 minutes learning about eco-friendly alternatives to use instead.

I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.

I will spend 15 minutes educating my family on reasons to avoid plastic and how we will do it.

Contamination makes the recycling process more difficult. I will review which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my county and recycle only those items. 

Instead of trashing them, I will recycle 5 plastic bags per day bringing them to a drop-off or special pickup