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July 24, 2021Summer is a perfect time to experience the wonders of creation as a camper. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation recommends these choices to live green in the green.
Choose:
- Reusable cooking utensils, dishes, water bottles.
- Wash dishes at least 200 feet away from any body of water. Use biodegradable/earth-friendly soap. Disposing of grey water on the ground or in water bodies is prohibited at NYS campgrounds, instead dispose of it in sink drains or dumping stations connected to water treatment facilities.
- Separate clear trash bags for trash and recyclables - it allows easy sorting at campground recycling facilities.
- Non-toxic sunscreen and bug spray that won't harm water, plants, and wildlife. Also ensures you avoid inhaling harsh chemicals.
To a 4-oz. spray bottle add:
- 2 oz. of witch hazel (This doesn't need to be exact. Just eyeball it by filling the bottle a little less than half full.)
- 2 oz. of distilled water (Fill remainder of bottle until it's almost full; but leave room for essential oils and the spray top.)
- Essential oil (20-25 drops for children age 3+ or 40-50 drops for adults and children age 10+)
Essential oils traditionally recommended for their bug repellent properties: Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Geranium, Spearmint, Thyme, and Clove.
Creation Care Team contact: Marie Myer
