How to Have an Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving

American holidays like Thanksgiving Day are great occasions where families gather together and do traditional stuff. By the word tradition, the festivities may seem bland, null and devoid of excitement. This is not always the case. But in case you and your family want to start a new tradition with a new kick, an eco-friendly tradition would be the best way to go about it.

Yes, make this Thanksgiving Day the start of your resolve to be more environment-conscious by fostering an eco-friendly celebration. Here's how:

Spend the holidays at home

It is not impossible to enjoy a holiday even if you and your family decide to stay at home. Spending the holidays in the comfort of your own home will lessen the level of stress that you and your family is likely to experience if you decide to go out of town and celebrate elsewhere. And of course, this move will also lessen the auto emissions which pollute our air.

Have a car tune-up

In case you and your family couldn't resist traveling and spending the holidays elsewhere, at least be responsible enough o have a car check-up before you plan to give vacationing a go. This would ensure that your auto emissions will be set on a lower scale.

Go Organic

Eating organic food is a healthy option for you and your family. Also, by patronizing organic foods, which is the product of organic farming, you are also helping to increase soil fertility and preventing soil erosion.

Buy Local Food

Aside from the fact that local foods are fresher and healthier than those that are already packed, these foods also requires less fuel to reach store shelves.

Promote the 3 R's: Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.
 
Reduce your waste, reuse old wrappers and recycle old stuff that can still be used. Make use of each item in your home to its full capacity.

Plant a tree

Create a fun tradition with your kids by planting a tree in your garden. Aside from the happy moments you can share with your kids while spending quality time under the morning sun, you are also helping to conserve carbon dioxide, which is an important component in dealing with the harsh effects of global warming.

Do-it-yourself

Create your own designs, your own decorations. You can make great eco-friendly decorations and you can also have fun. Can you beat that?