This summer if you are out enjoying nature, clean up garbage as you go. Bring a bag and either gloves or tongs to pick up the garbage. The best part is you can do this practically anywhere. I have even done it while Paddle Boarding. Cleaning up garbage, especially near water sources, is important because it stops it from travelling into our oceans and harming the sea life.
Read MoreDo a garbage clean-up at your local beach, river, or park. Cleaning waterways that lead to the ocean stops it [garbage] from going into the sea. Even try to get friends or family to get involved and help.
Read MoreWith school starting, try to reuse glass jars instead of using ziplock bags. If you already have ziplock bags try to reuse them.
Read MoreInstead of buying popsicles that have plastic wrappers, use a popsicle mold to skip the garbage.
Read MoreWhen shopping, look for reusable, composable, and biodegradable options. Most big box stores are now making the switch to more eco friendly alternatives.
Read MoreWhen you package Christmas presents try to use reusable bags or paper bags. For bigger boxer use recyclable paper!
Although it's not always colourful, the earth will thank you.
