DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know over 1,000 of the world’s bird species and 500 of the mammals are currently endangered?

Did you know hydroelectricity supplies about 3% of the world’s energy needs?

Did you know that plastic six-pack rings used to hold bottled water and other beverages can hurt animals if they are caught in them? Before recycling your six-pack rings, always cut each ring to be safe.

Did you know that you and your family could adopt a stream, park or roadside to clean up and keep beautiful?

Did you know disposing common, everyday things like pesticides, paint thinner and motor oil can pollute our drinking water? Be careful about what you spill on the EARTH.

Did you know automobiles are the source of many different types of pollution? Ask your parents if your car is “tuned up.” For example, if tires do not have the correct amount of air pressure, the car will use more gasoline than necessary and that is wasteful.

Did you know that you could encourage others to join you in collecting glass, newspaper, cans and plastic containers to be recycled?

Did you know that by jogging, walking or riding a bike or scooter from place to place, you could help save energy?

Did you know you could help the environment by caring about our wildlife? To help, never play with matches in the woods.