Mary Schafer102

YCP Fall 2025

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
226 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

2.0

locally sourced meals

consumed
UP TO

2.0

disposable cups

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

1.0

water footprint

calculated
UP TO

40

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

60

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

9.0

more servings

of fruits and vegetables
UP TO

60

minutes

spent outdoors

Mary's actions

Water

Take 5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Nature

Go For A Daily Walk in Nature

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day around my campus, neighborhood, or local green space to connect with nature.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Understand My Water Footprint

Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use a Reusable Mug

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cups to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Food

Eat Locally-Sourced Meals

I will source 2 meals per day from local producers.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Health

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 20 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 0
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

If you were to only eat what is in season locally from now on, what would be the most difficult food item for you to give up? Why?
Mary Schafer102 10/29/2025 6:57 AM
The most difficult food for me to give up would be locally grown sweet corn during summer. I go to a local produce market close to my house and it would be hard for me to not consume fresh produce especially during warmer seasons.

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- Zach Glass 10/29/2025 7:15 AM
  The most difficult food to give up would be pumpkin pie during the winter and fall as that is a stable in my diet when the time comes around. Eating it right out the fridge nice and cold with the pumpkin taste is unmatched. Yes, I make pies from scratch using pumpkins and other locally sourced ingredients.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How did exercising each day impact your physical or mental well-being? What activity did you enjoy most, and why?
Mary Schafer102 10/29/2025 6:54 AM
Exercising daily allowed me to feel more confident and productive. My most enjoyed workouts are cardio and abs.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste

What stands in your way of making a reusable mug part of your campus routine? How can you set yourself up for success?
Mary Schafer102 10/22/2025 11:09 AM
Before I headed to campus this morning I drank 2 mugs of coffee. (reusable mug)

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature

How do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?
Mary Schafer102 10/21/2025 11:22 AM
It allows me to unwind after a long day and I appreciate my surroundings more than if I were to drive. I can walk at my own pace and really slow down to appreciate nature.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water

What surprised you most about your water footprint, and how did it influence your perspective on water use? What changes can you make to reduce your water consumption, and how will these impact your daily routine?
Mary Schafer102 10/21/2025 11:18 AM
I believe my water footprint was good from the start but I was surprised at how much I could have saved. I can continue to use my metal water bottle and take shorter showers.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water

What did you notice about your habits or routines when limiting your showers to five minutes? What changes—if any—do you think you’ll continue long-term?
Mary Schafer102 10/21/2025 11:15 AM
I noticed a cheaper water bill and I acknowledged I was saving water.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet? What fruits or vegetables did you try this week, and which was your favorite?
Mary Schafer102 10/21/2025 11:12 AM
It left a positive impact on me because I felt more energized throughout my day. I ate strawberries and bananas.

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