
Karla Strand (SSC)
"I pledge my commitment to using responsible and sustainable practices throughout this EcoChallenge and beyond to the best of my ability on a personal and professional level. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 265 THIS WEEK
- 1,262 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO104gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO18poundswaste composted
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UP TO131pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1,405minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO5.0itemsdonated
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UP TO38random acts of kindnesscompleted
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UP TO132more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO1,870minutesspent exercising
Karla's actions
Health & Well-being
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)
One Healthcare
Random Act of Kindness
I will promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 1 random act(s) of kindness.
One Healthcare
One Healthcare Ecochallenge Survey
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Health & Well-being
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health & Well-being
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
At Home
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
At Home
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending food waste to the landfill by composting my food scraps.
In Our Communities
Support Local Wildlife
I will take one action to support local wildlife, such as adding a food or water source, creating shelter/habitat, preventing light pollution, eliminating bird strikes, or another action.
At Home
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
At Home
Brush My Teeth Without Water Running
I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
In Our Communities
Donate Items
I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/26/2025 9:00 PM- Adventurer 🏕
Planted more veggies and got in lots of outdoor time today.-
Tanya Knudtson 4/26/2025 9:13 PM- Foodie 🍱
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/25/2025 8:53 AM- Adventurer 🏕
This challenge made me more aware of the "little" things that I can do to make a big difference.
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/24/2025 10:09 AM- Adventurer 🏕
With today's weather, I see a hike after work in my future. I will be absorbing nature's beauty while clearing my mind and moving my body.-
Cori Dougher (SW) 4/24/2025 11:20 PM- Greening the Labs Champion 🥼
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/23/2025 9:16 AM- Adventurer 🏕
“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.”
- Amelia Earhart.
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Dayna Garcia De Alba, SACREDHEART 4/24/2025 8:12 AM -
Deanna Freitas 4/23/2025 9:53 AM- Exercise Lover 🤸
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Dalena Sanders 4/23/2025 9:32 AM- Gardener 🌱
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/22/2025 3:16 PM- Adventurer 🏕
Happy Earth Day!
If we treat her well... she will treat us well. -
Karla Strand (SSC) 4/22/2025 11:28 AM- Adventurer 🏕
Another way to conserve water: Only flush when you must. -
Karla Strand (SSC) 4/19/2025 10:08 PM- Adventurer 🏕
I planted flower seeds focusing on pollinators today.-
Karla Strand (SSC) 4/21/2025 1:51 PM- Adventurer 🏕
I planted a hummingbird mix packet, a pollinator mix packet and some PNW wildflowers in several pots throughout our garden and on the deck. Plus, I will plant lots of sunflower seeds, marigolds and so forth! All that color makes my heart happy! -
Dayna Garcia De Alba, SACREDHEART 4/21/2025 12:13 PM -
Arielle Hoisington 4/21/2025 6:41 AM- DIY Enthusiast 🔨
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Joyce Fitzgerald 4/20/2025 6:15 AM -
Dalena Sanders 4/20/2025 6:10 AM- Gardener 🌱
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Sara Menvielle 4/20/2025 2:22 AM- Adventurer 🏕
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/18/2025 11:33 AM- Adventurer 🏕
How many of you are making changes that will go on after this challenge? I know I am!-
Wendy Stultz (SHMC RBA) 4/21/2025 2:30 PM- Wellness Guru 🧘
I plan to continue the gratitude journal, reusable bags and silverware, my glass water bottle, and eating more vegetarian meals. -
Brian Nelson (SSC) 4/21/2025 1:44 PM -
Wendy Stultz (SHMC RBA) 4/18/2025 6:15 PM- Wellness Guru 🧘
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/18/2025 11:30 AM- Adventurer 🏕
A friend and I carpooled to a meeting last night which saved fuel plus wear and tear on their vehicle.-
Dalena Sanders 4/18/2025 11:49 AM- Gardener 🌱
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Karla Strand (SSC) 4/17/2025 8:17 AM- Adventurer 🏕
We mulched all of our 20+ blueberry plants (in containers on the deck) to slow evaporation of water so we can reduce our water use even further.