WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

I hang my clothes to dry.  -Christy, Seattle
Replace bath towels with half sized hand towels, plenty of towel to get the job done. Reduces laundry/energy/water/soap 1/2.  -Michael, Quilcene
I traded in my beloved 9 year old Jeep Wrangler (15 mpg) for a new Hybrid! Hurray!  -Leann, kenmore, wa
Ive switched jobs in construction to a company that builds green homes!They can save ya hella cash-ola!  -JD, seattle
Whenever possible, I try to buy personal care products that are botanical and not tested on animals.  -Donna, Seattle
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 have carpooled my whole life as I have never owned a car.  -Faith, Everett
I recycle all the cardboard and paper I use.  -Chris, Portland
I drive my motorcycle as often as possible instead of my car - 50 mpg helps some.  -Bruce, Lake City
We are diligent to ensure that our recycling meets the guidelines provided.  -M, Redmond
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
We started hanging up our clothes out side to dry them.  -Riley, Kirkland
I recycle my Aquarium water after a change and use it to water my garden.  -Ray, Renton
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
I carpool with my divorced spouse 5 days a week.If we can make it work, you can make it work!  -Sherry, Arlington, WA
I turn the heat dry cycle off on my dishwasher to save energy.  -Amy, Bellevue
save the planet  -bill Sather, monroe
Seattle based Go Financial Solutions to deliver a secure eDisclosure service to their customers. 100% paperless mortgage loan.  -Joe, Seattle
I use reusable canvas bags when grocery shopping.  -Linda, Puyallup
I unplug appliances I don't use on a regular basis like toaster and coffeemaker, microwave and other small appliances.  -Faith, Everett
I recycle paper, cans, bottles and I have a compost pile for the garden.  -Colette, Tacoma
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 check my tire pressure once a month to improve the efficiency of my gas and reduce the amount CO2 into the air.  -Terra Moreland, Tacoma
I use the new mesh grocery bags instead of paper or plastic  -Danica, Seattle
I have a chemical free yard and recycle faithfully. Also I grow my own vegetables.  -Lauri, Seattle
I recycled a car. Bought a 1990 VW Cabriolet, 32 miles to the gallon, for $950. I make 6 figures but set the standard for reuse!  -David, Kirkland
I use cloth shopping bags. PCC has some $10 bags made by envirosax that fold up so small, I even took one to the mall.  -Joni, Seattle
I put a watering can under the faucet while I am waiting for the water to get hot.  -Holly, Seattle
Dry clothes outside as often as possible!  -Jennifer, Redmond
i am launching an eco-conscious clothing line: www.salvationware.com!  -jme, redmond
I buy as much as I can from local farmers and practice being a 'locavore' as much as possible.  -Sean, Camden, SC
I use cloth bags instead of taking the plastic bag they offer  -William, Fort Lewis
I re-use almost everything I buy at least once and if I cant, I dont buy it.  -Faith, Everett
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
My home now runs on 100% wind power--the bill is a bit more but I hardly notice considering the impact it makes.  -Tasha, Vancouver
I use a drying rack for my thinner clothing instead of the dryer. Cuts my elec bill and drying time!  -Erin, West Seattle
I use biodegradable bags for my dog's waste.  -Monica, Seattle
I try yo use my lights as little as possible and always turn them off when i leave a room.  -Aleena, Carnation
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
using bar soaps instead of plastic bottled soaps = less packaging. also using all natural dish soaps.  -karin, poulsbo
I installed a gray water toilet, using one of our rain barrels.  -Rich , Seattle
To conserve water my boyfriend and I shower together.  -Larissa, Mill Creek
Whenever I find it on, I turn off the light in my company's conference room.  -Jill, Seattle
my husband and I drive natural gas cars.We fill up @ home for 1.63 a gallon & no emissions.  -laura, kenmore
Bio-degradeable doggy poo poo bags... My dog poops a lot.  -Johna, Sammamish
I replaced all light bulbs in my home with energy efficient bulbs.  -Karri, Bothell
I live in the community I work in.  -Kara, Olympia
I turn my old clothes into new clothes so i won't have to go out and buy many  -laree, portland
I bring my own mug instead of getting a papercup from the Coffee Shop!  -Sarah , Seattle
I never use the heater in my apartment, blankets are cheaper and don't waste energy!  -Catie, Seattle
 

Nature Consortium Work Party at the West Duwamish Green Belt

April 23, 2008 - 1:45pm — clybecker
05/06/2008 - 9:00am
05/06/2008 - 2:00pm
Etc/GMT-7

Forest Restoration Work Party, 9am - 2pm. Performing artists come out to play in the woods during many of our work parties. Please RSVP to volunteer@naturec.org or 206-923-0853 if you will be attending as we work at different sites within the greenbelt. Tools, gloves and refreshments will be provided. Wear waterproof footwear and weather appropriate clothing. Bring a full water bottle. We will have water available for refills. We are currently working at two different sites. Contact us prior to the work party to find out where we will be meeting. The Corner of: 14th Ave. SW & SW Holly Street, Seattle, WA 98106 Pigeon Point Park/Cooper School 1901 SW Genesee St Seattle, WA 98106 Please email: volunteer@naturec.org or call 206-923-0853 to verify location.