{"id":2094,"date":"2024-12-16T10:12:45","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T15:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/?p=2094"},"modified":"2024-12-16T11:13:05","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T16:13:05","slug":"sustainable-winter-hobbies-to-embrace-this-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/sustainable-winter-hobbies-to-embrace-this-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainable Winter Hobbies to Embrace This Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1664px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" title=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/16.png\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/16-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/16-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/16-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/16-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/16.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:30px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Winter is the perfect time to slow down and find comfort in hobbies that are not only cozy but also good for the planet. By focusing on sustainable activities, you can reduce waste, get creative, and enjoy the season. Here are five eco-friendly winter hobbies to try this year:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><strong>1. Quilt with Thrifted Fabrics<\/strong><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p>Quilting is a wonderful way to repurpose old fabrics and reduce textile waste. Instead of buying new materials, find fabric at thrift stores or use items you no longer need. The process is slow and meditative, resulting in a uniquely eco-friendly creation that\u2019s lovely for winter nights. In fact, the average American discards about 81 pounds of clothing every year, contributing to massive textile waste. By repurposing old fabrics, you\u2019re giving them a second life and helping reduce this growing issue (source: Environmental Protection Agency, 2021).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roadrunnerwm.com\/blog\/textile-waste-environmental-crisis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.roadrunnerwm.com\/blog\/textile-waste-environmental-crisis<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Eco-Friendly Quilting Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use thrifted clothes or fabric scraps.<\/li>\n<li>Choose organic threads and avoid synthetic materials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><strong>2. Bake Homemade Bread (Sourdough, Anyone?)<\/strong><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>Baking your own sourdough bread is a simple way to reduce plastic packaging and enjoy delicious, homemade bread. With just a few ingredients, you can create bread that\u2019s free from preservatives and unnecessary waste. Plus, nurturing a sourdough starter can be a fun, rewarding winter project. A delicious, nutritious, and eco-friendly way to warm up on cold winter days!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Sourdough Is Sustainable:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No plastic packaging.<\/li>\n<li>A starter can last for years, cutting down on waste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><strong>3. Plan for Your Spring Garden<\/strong><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>Winter is the perfect time to plan your spring garden. You can choose native plants, start seeds indoors in biodegradable pots, and even set up a composting system. These preparations reduce waste and ensure a more sustainable growing season when spring arrives.<\/p>\n<p>Gardening can also help combat food waste, as nearly 40% of the food produced in the U.S. is wasted, much of which could be composted to enrich the soil for future growth (source: United States Department of Agriculture, 2020).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usda.gov\/foodwaste\/faqs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.usda.gov\/foodwaste\/faqs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sustainable Gardening Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use organic methods.<\/li>\n<li>Start seeds in biodegradable pots and plan a compost system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><strong>4. Upcycle and Craft with Natural Materials<\/strong><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p>Winter is a great time for crafting. Instead of buying new items, try upcycling materials like wood, glass, or fabric. Create unique home d\u00e9cor, gifts, or storage solutions while reducing waste and giving old items a second life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Crafting Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Repurpose old jars, fabric scraps, recycled paper egg cartons, or wood.<\/li>\n<li>Use natural materials like wool, wood, or clay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><strong>5. Get Outside for Winter Walks<\/strong><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p>Embrace the outdoors with winter hikes or nature walks. It\u2019s a peaceful way to connect with nature and reduce your carbon footprint. Bundle up, explore local parks, and take in the beauty of the season, all while leaving minimal impact on the environment. Walking also helps reduce the reliance on cars, which are a major source of greenhouse gas emissions. In fact, transportation accounts for nearly 28% of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, and reducing car use can have a significant positive impact on the planet (source: Environmental Protection Agency, 2022). In addition to this, it\u2019s great for you! Walking has been shown to boost mood and improve circulation, which is especially beneficial during the colder months. Regular walking can even reduce the risk of heart disease, which increases in winter due to colder temperatures (source: American Heart Association, 2021).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/greenvehicles\/fast-facts-transportation-greenhouse-gas-emissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/greenvehicles\/fast-facts-transportation-greenhouse-gas-emissions<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/fitness\/getting-active\/how-to-stay-active-in-cold-weather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/fitness\/getting-active\/how-to-stay-active-in-cold-weather<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Nature Walk Tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wear layers to stay warm without relying on disposable clothing.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a reusable water bottle and pick up any litter you see.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><strong>Embrace a Greener Winter<\/strong><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p>This winter, try incorporating these sustainable hobbies into your routine. Whether you\u2019re quilting, baking, planning your garden, crafting, or enjoying nature, these activities are good for both you and the planet.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p>Share your eco-friendly projects with us on Instagram using <strong>#EcoWinterHobbies<\/strong> and <strong>#DitchPlasticPackaging<\/strong> - we\u2019d love to see how you\u2019re making this winter greener!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2095,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[25,3],"tags":[29,32],"class_list":["post-2094","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-crafts","category-feature","tag-resources-home","tag-school"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - 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