Raising 5 kids is no small task, yet Jennifer has decided to do it as sustainably as she can. That’s why she was chosen as a winner in the Nominate a Green Hero Contest recently featured in the Juicy Green Mom blog.
In answer to the question: “Name 3 things that make this individual a Green Hero”, her nomination said:
- Cloth diapered and breast-fed all five of her kids!
- Recycles, composts, up cycles, and reuses almost everything. Her family of 7 only puts out a 1/2 bag of trash every two weeks!
- Takes her kids and their friends on hikes 2-3 times a month, where they pick up litter and recycling as they learn about nature.
Blogger Judith interviewed Jennifer and learned even more impressive details about her her dedication to living green.
1. Why is being a Green Hero important to you?
Because of all the kids in my life who I’m a role model for. I’m a parent, foster parent, volunteer at my kids’ school, and Cub Scout leader.
2. How do you share with others about living green?
I actively teach my kids, including those I volunteer with, about the three R’s {Reduce, Reuse, Recycle} and how to implement them into everyday life. One of the things I do at my kids’ school is help with the school’s organic garden, teaching kids how things grow and where their food comes from. They’re also learning about composting and healthy diet through this program. Our Cub Scouts also frequently do community cleanups and recycling drives.
3. What are your top 5 tips for green living?
- Compost kitchen scraps.
- Start a garden!
- Don’t use or buy single use/disposable products.
- Get creative! There are lots of great ideas to reuse everyday items on the internet.
- Get the kids involved and have fun with it!
Jennifer wins a $100 London Drugs Gift Card for her great green efforts. Congratulations!
But choosing the winner was difficult – Jenifer was just one of many amazing Green Heroes out there. Here are some of the other things our nominees are doing:
Purchasing used toys and clothing to avoid unnecessary future waste (Angie from Saskatchewan)
Volunteering with the David Suzuki Foundation (Stephanie from BC)
Implementing recycling programs and energy reduction programs at work (Eva from BC)
Running a local fruit rescue organization (Amy from Alberta)
Being a Master Composter (Redworm_Mama from Alberta)
Reusing to the max (Joveena from Alberta)
Making YouTube videos about waste reduction (Suzan from Alberta)
Way to go – you keep us all inspired!
