WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

When washing your hands, turn off the faucet while lathering and scrubbing, then turn the water on again to rinse.  -DeDe, Seattle
I re-use my travel mug instead of accepting disposable coffee cups. Some places even offer a discount when I do this.  -Bill, Issaquah
wearing flip flops. (no socks to wash!)  -S, Renton
Only buy local produce. -Lindy, Bellevue  -Lindy, Bellevue
I unplug appliances I don't use on a regular basis like toaster and coffeemaker, microwave and other small appliances.  -Faith, Everett
I recycle @ home & work; and use boxes wine comes in for many crafts. Also I educate every one I can to recycle.  -Freilah Allen-Sonn, Renton
I use a skim of toothpaste on my toothbrush. My teeth get just as clean and less pollutants go down the drain.  -Susanne , Bellevue
Make sure the car is running as efficiently as possible  -Laura, seattle
I use a non-disposable coffee filter and use the grounds in my garden.  -Jill, Renton
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 put a watering can under the faucet while I am waiting for the water to get hot.  -Holly, Seattle
I grow as many vegetables as I can year round at my neighborhood P-Patch. I give extras to neighborhood foodbank or neighbors.  -Cristina , Seattle
I use a drying rack for my thinner clothing instead of the dryer. Cuts my elec bill and drying time!  -Erin, West Seattle
Turn off the water heater if away for a few days. Use dimmers on our lights. Use motion lights outside for security.  -Michelle, Redmond
I use cloth instead of paper:cloth napkins, cloth kitchen towels, bandanas for runny noses, cloth bag instead of paper/plastic  -Tara, Shoreline, WA
Only printing when I absolutely have to. Take advantage of technology and use less paper, save it online!  -Aileen H., Seattle
I have carpooled my whole life as I have never owned a car.  -Faith, Everett
I encouraged my collage (the art institute of Ft Lauderdale) to add receycleing bins in the Class room. I was successful.  -William, Ft Lauderdale
We recycle everything we can in the house.  -Michel, Auburn
Go Solar!!!! Yes it works here!  -Kate, Seattle
I used a refillable water bottle instead of disposable ones.  -Amiee, Seattle
Ive switched jobs in construction to a company that builds green homes!They can save ya hella cash-ola!  -JD, seattle
I never use the heater in my apartment, blankets are cheaper and don't waste energy!  -Catie, Seattle
Whenever possible, I try to buy personal care products that are botanical and not tested on animals.  -Donna, Seattle
Very simple - stop eating meat! Going veggie drastically reduces your carbon footprint.  -Diane, Seattle
I purposely keep all my receipts in my purse and then clean through my purse with a recycling bin by my side :)  -Cassi, Seattle
Bio-degradeable doggy poo poo bags... My dog poops a lot.  -Johna, Sammamish
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
COMPOST  -Katie, Kelowna
I switch OFF the print option on my calculator at work. Eliminating the register tape on 99% of the caluations I do.  -Dawn, Marysville
Riding my bike to work or carpooling.  -Cheryl, Seattle
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
Changed all my home bulbs to the new hallogen ones.  -Todd, Seattle
I recycle all the garbage I can and compost food scraps. I try to buy organic products with minimal or biodegradable packaging.  -Megan, Tacoma
Seattle based Go Financial Solutions to deliver a secure eDisclosure service to their customers. 100% paperless mortgage loan.  -Joe, Seattle
I drive my motorcycle as often as possible instead of my car - 50 mpg helps some.  -Bruce, Lake City
I use the new mesh grocery bags instead of paper or plastic  -Danica, 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 share my home with with 5 other adults and two teens. Living together lowers our footprint and increases our fun!  -Bruce, Lake City
I started commuting by bike a year ago -- not only do I get some exercise, but it's a great stress reliever :)  -LB, seattle
My boyfriend and I (we've been together a long while) shower together every morning. It saves water and energy heating water  -Angie, Port Orchard
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 bought a BPA-free water bottle and take it to work every day, instead of consuming several bottled waters a week.  -Stacey, Renton
i am launching an eco-conscious clothing line: www.salvationware.com!  -jme, redmond
I bring my own mug instead of getting a papercup from the Coffee Shop!  -Sarah , Seattle
I have a Klean Kanteen stainess steel water bottle that I carry with me instead of constantly buying plastic disposable ones!  -Laelle, Tacoma
If I'm not using an electronic or a light it isn't plugged in or turned on.  -Ashley, 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 use biodegradable bags for my dog's waste.  -Monica, Seattle
I turn of the water while brushing my teeth and doing dishes  -michela, vancouver
 

Nature Consortium Work Party at the West Duwamish Green Belt

April 23, 2008 - 1:50pm — clybecker
05/08/2008 - 9:00am
05/08/2008 - 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.