No. 55: Expand your community this summer
And try 10 free sustainable activities
Exciting news!
As you probably saw in your inbox last week, we have a little referral program that you can participate in by sharing the link below to G&S to some rewards!(Feel free to suggest any that you’d like, as well!) Simply share the link below.
The other thing: I decided to start a book club since we’re constantly talking about books. It’s on Goodreads and completely free. Basically, we can all suggest books we’ve read, and anyone can feel free to discuss them. Below is the link.
Environmental communities to join! (FREE)
Online options
BuyNothing - trade unwanted goods with your neighbors
Ripples by pebble - connect with like-minded peers! - I just signed up! It’s basically like Twitter, but all sustainability-focused, with a variety of specific niches.
In-person groups
Meetup - search locally
U.S. Environmental Groups - options in every state!
Binners’ Project (CA)
Are there any I missed? Comment below!
Free sustainable activities this summer
Visit the library
Go for a hike
Organize/declutter
Go for a bike ride
Pick up trash/host a clean-up
Attend/host a clothing swap
Identify your local plants (and consider removing invasive ones!)
You can use a free app to help with this or try to teach yourself
Looking to join a climate community? Try your workplace. (Grist)
The EPA is putting together a youth council (The Verge)
This Innovative Map Tracks The Ocean To Help Save It (GoodGoodGood)
In the nation’s first youth-led climate trial, a case for hope (High Country News) - The judge is currently making their decision; let’s hope it’s the right one!
100 Best Sustainability Blogs to Help You Go Green (FeedSpot)