WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

I only drive when absolutely necessary. Biking, walking or busing is 1Thing I do to help reduce my impact on our planet.  -Jenny Konway, Seattle
I use a non-disposable coffee filter and use the grounds in my garden.  -Jill, Renton
I take keep my reusable grocery bags in my car so I always have them available when I go to the store.  -Cherel, Washougal
I RECYCLE JUST ABOUT ANY THING YOU CAN THINK OF.. I EVEN TAKE THE TIME TO STRIP RECYCLABLES OF NON-RECYCLABLE MATERIALS DO YOU ?  -RON, OAK HARBOR,WA.
i started recycling like crazy. my husband and i even set up recycle bins at work and bring them home everyday.  -C.P + A.P., poulsbo
I installed a gray water toilet, using one of our rain barrels.  -Rich , Seattle
For drying clothes I use a clothesline when the weather is good, or a wooden drying rack in the house when it's not.  -Jeanne, Onalaska
I switch OFF the print option on my calculator at work. Eliminating the register tape on 99% of the caluations I do.  -Dawn, Marysville
I started a blog to help green parents reduce their energy use and exposure to toxins.  -Kathleen R., Seattle
save the planet  -bill Sather, monroe
Alot of people forget about being green at work, put an extra garbage can next to your desk for recyclables.  -Tim, Seattle
I turn of the water while brushing my teeth and doing dishes  -michela, vancouver
Ive switched jobs in construction to a company that builds green homes!They can save ya hella cash-ola!  -JD, seattle
I use cloth bags instead of taking the plastic bag they offer  -William, Fort Lewis
We've changed nearly all our ligh bulbs to the new compact type..they may not look beautiful but it's worth the savings!  -Angela, Black Diamond
I have compact florescent bulbs in most of my light fixtures at home  -Anne, Seattle
Riding my bike to work or carpooling.  -Cheryl, Seattle
At work I buy 100% post consumer paper for our office printing & copying needs.  -Averie, Bellevue
I encouraged my collage (the art institute of Ft Lauderdale) to add receycleing bins in the Class room. I was successful.  -William, Ft Lauderdale
I now use my reusable bags when I go to the grocery store instead of using the plastic bags the stores give out.  -Marilene, Seattle
I've given up plastic grocery bags altogether. I have about 7 reuseable ones which can fit just about everything I need.  -JenF, West Seattle
I take the metro bus.  -Caroline, Seattle
While waiting for hot water to get to the tap, I fill a pitcher and use it to water my plants.  -Debbie, Kingston
I Carry a travel mug with me for coffee.  -Katie, Kelowna
I used to commute across Lake Washington from Seattle every day. I convinced my boss to let me work from home full-time.  -Kathy, Seattle
If I'm not using an electronic or a light it isn't plugged in or turned on.  -Ashley, Seattle
I put a watering can under the faucet while I am waiting for the water to get hot.  -Holly, Seattle
I replaced all light bulbs in my home with energy efficient bulbs.  -Karri, Bothell
Seattle based Go Financial Solutions to deliver a secure eDisclosure service to their customers. 100% paperless mortgage loan.  -Joe, Seattle
I use a skim of toothpaste on my toothbrush. My teeth get just as clean and less pollutants go down the drain.  -Susanne , Bellevue
I bike to work  -Linda, Anacortes
I recycle all the cardboard and paper I use.  -Chris, Portland
Receive bills online, cancelled junk mail and pay approx $10 a month to purchase all of my KWh through renewable energy sources  -anne, kent
I live in the community I work in.  -Kara, Olympia
Dry clothes outside as often as possible!  -Jennifer, Redmond
COMPOST  -Katie, Kelowna
ALL of the light bulbs in my house and outside are the low energy bulbs(11watts) I use less bulbs in all the rooms esp. the bath  -Kaye, Hemet,Ca
i put my kitchen compost for yardwaste into cereal boxes, which then also become compostable  -Tammy, Seattle
Turn off water while washing my hair in the shower and between hand washed dishes.  -Mila, Seattle
I recycle my old printed documents by using the clean side as scratch paper before I recycle them in the WOW bin.  -Joanne, Everett
I signed up for a food PLUS+ compost recycling bin and cut our trash way down.  -TJ, bellingham
Buy Local  -Sue, Seattle
I've stopped using plastic cutlery when I bring my lunch to work.  -Liz, Bremerton
Stop using poison Roundup. Spray vinegar-kill weeds - driveway, sidewalk, between pavers. Breaks down, doesn't hurt Sound.  -Susan, Seattle
I refill four, one gallon, water bottles for work. I am a May truck driver. I hope all trucks get APU's to stop useless idling.  -Richard Carstens, Carson
I ride my bike as much as possible rather then drive my car. I can easily put 150 miles on my bike a week this time of year.  -Lyn, Kent
Changed all my home bulbs to the new hallogen ones.  -Todd, Seattle
I use a bicycle instead of the car for meetings and minor errands such as going to the post office, bank or grocery store.  -Doug, Seattle
I have carpooled my whole life as I have never owned a car.  -Faith, Everett
I use as much wood as possible as it a renewable resource and the global demand for wood does not exceed the annual growth rate.  -Ed, Portland Oregon
 

Me-Kwa-Mooks Park Restoration Work Party

May 15, 2008 - 11:07am — clybecker
06/21/2008 - 10:00am
06/21/2008 - 2:00pm
Etc/GMT-7

Me-Kwa-Mooks Park, located along the shoreline of West Seattle, offers gorgeous views of the Olympic Mountains. Meaning shaped like a bears head, Me-Kwa-Mooks was the original name of the West Seattle peninsula. Work with EarthCorps, Seattle Parks and Recreation, MudUp and the Green Seattle Partnership as we work to keep this urban forest happy and healthy! You can be part of the action - by removing damaging invasive plant species, planting native plants, and taking care of past forest restoration sites, we help preserve our natural areas for generations to come! Join us!

This event will run from 10AM-2PM and is open to the public. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Chris LaPointe at