Local DAR Daughters accept the “No-Straw September” Challenge

In an effort to personally minimize the damage that single-use plastics are creating in our environment, Lake Tahoe Chapter DAR Daughters have accepted the National Society’s “No-Straw September” Challenge.

DAR Daughters everywhere - including members in the greater Lake Tahoe Basin - are eliminating plastic straws from daily routines and rethinking their purchases of single-use plastic items. All members are encouraged to skip using plastic shopping bags, and to participate in consistent plastic recycling.

The National Society's Conservation Committee was established in 1909, with a focus on protecting and conserving our natural resources. The mission of this committee is to educate members about environmental issues, and to promote and encourage good stewardship practices that benefit the environment. Other projects currently supported by DAR members include "Sea to Shining Sea" (participation in waterway cleanups - including the July 5th Beach Cleanup), support for honeybee research and protection of pollinator habitats.