Emerson posted a new activity comment 2 years ago
Thanks so, so much, I’ve had no ideas on what to do about that, I will definatly do some research. I’ll keep everyone updated. Thanks again!
Emerson posted an update in the group Protect The Earth+ 2 years ago
Hi, I live in Austin, and thereโs this place right outside of Austin that have these really amazing asian elephants, but there making them do tricks, and shows for people. All the trainers have a bullock in their hand, which they refer to as a โguideโ for the elephants. I really want to help the elephants, but Iโm not sure how. Any ideas???
Emerson posted an update in the group EcoPact- A Kidโs Environmental Society 2 years ago
Hi, I live in Austin, and thereโs this place right outside of Austin that have these really amazing asian elephants, but there making them do tricks, and shows for people. All the trainers have a bullock in their hand, which they refer to as a โguideโ for the elephants. I really want to help the elephants, but Iโm not sure how. Any ideas???
Hmm… Are they hurting the elephants with the bullock? That sounds like a problem. If they are hurting the elephants, there may be laws in Texas against that. You might be able to report them, but only if they’re breaking the law. Other than that you might just talk to the trainers about them and learn some more about what’s happening. Maybe you…[Read more]
Thanks so, so much, I’ve had no ideas on what to do about that, I will definatly do some research. I’ll keep everyone updated. Thanks again!
Dear Ecopat, I am so glad you have ideas! But unfortunately there is no humane way to train them. 😔
Emerson posted an update in the group The Little Things 2 years ago
Hi, I live in Austin, and there’s this place right outside of Austin that have these really amazing asian elephants, but there making them do tricks, and shows for people. All the trainers have a bullock in their hand, which they refer to as a “guide” for the elephants. I really want to help the elephants, but I’m not sure how. Any ideas???
Hi Emerson! Thank you for sharing. I know. It can be so hard seeing things that seem wrong to us and which are upsetting. It makes me feel a bit better though knowing there are people like you around who care and want to make change.
Does the place have a website? Sometimes there is an email address or a ‘Contact Us’ section on the website. I bet…[Read more]
Thanks so much! I’ll do that.
Emerson posted a new activity comment 2 years ago
I love Kiss the Ground!! I’ve watched sooo many times! Thanks for sharing that.
Emerson posted an update in the group Protect The Earth+ 3 years, 1 month ago
If you can, grow a garden that’s a great way to help the environment. Also create, as we like to call it a pollination station. For bees, butterflies, and all pollinators. You add milkweed, hummingbird feeders, and flowers that attract bees+.
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Great idea!
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
I live in Texas.
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Oh, cool! Also thanks for the input!
Emerson posted an update in the group Protect The Earth+ 3 years, 2 months ago
Hi guys, we have a gas stop near (like REALLY near) to our house/neighborhood. The guy who owns the place we know because it’s so close and we know his name and everything. Anyways, he has some back space behind his building that has a few trees and no grass and I really wanted to turn it into something, but I don’t what. I was thinking we could…[Read more]
That would be really fun! You can turn a space into a wildlife place and plant flowers, plants, trees, etc. I was also thinking of planting a garden. However, I live in an apartment so I canโt. But in a week, Iโm actually MOVING to a HOUSE in California (San Francisco) so I might also be able to make a garden. Thats a great idea to help wildlife! ๐
Oh, cool! Also thanks for the input!
Do you live in Texas? If so, I’ll ask my mom if we can meet at the place. (If it’s near lol) If not, I’ll see what I can do with my backyard (it’s the biggest place where I wouldn’t be tresspassing).
I live in Texas.
Can you send the address to me? I might be able to meet there.
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Well, is everyone ready to start writing there letter?
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Sounds like a plan! ๐
Also I think we could start with Target, and then move on to other stores, what do you guys think?
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Yeah I really like that idea! Are we still going to write to Target?
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Yeah, good idea. Do you guys want to write to Target, then other stores after that, or just write to all stores at the same time? Well not all stores. ๐
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Oh, I get it thanks!
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
I have a question, when you say making people pay for it, what does that mean? Like making people pay for a reusable bag, or making people paid if they don’t bring a bag? Sorry I was just wondering. ๐
Well it would be something like California where people need to bring a reusable bag (or Target could provide some) but then if a customer wants a plastic bag, they will have to pay a bit of money to be able to get the plastic bag (kind of like they have to buy it). That way, it will encourage most people to not use plastic bags.
Oh, I get it thanks!
Np! 😉
Should we write to more than one store? 🤔
🤔 that would be good so we can get more stores to limit on plastic bags
Yeah, good idea. Do you guys want to write to Target, then other stores after that, or just write to all stores at the same time? Well not all stores. ๐
I think that is a great idea! ๐
Sure! We can do that ๐
If we wanted, we can use Change.org and start our own petition. I saw the โstart a petitionโ thing.
That would be awesome if we could start our own petition! How many signatures would we need?
Hmm… we can just set it to any number for the goal. Then it will show Target (or any store we do) that MANY people care about this issue!
When and who should start it?
Iโm not sure 🤔
Yeah I really like that idea! Are we still going to write to Target?
Yeah, probably Target. We might write to other stores though. ๐
Sounds like a plan! ๐
Also I think we could start with Target, and then move on to other stores, what do you guys think?
Yeah, I think that would be great! ✨
I really like that plan!
Well, is everyone ready to start writing there letter?
Yup I am! 😃
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Wow, that’s sooo cool, great job!!!!!! I’ll check out the petition.
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Sounds good! If you want to show it to us before you send it feel free to do that!
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Yeah great idea! Let’s do that!
Emerson posted a new activity comment 3 years, 2 months ago
Great, thanks!
Okay,first you’ve GOT to spread awareness to people and talk about it as much as possible and post it on social media. Once people know,the animal lovers will do all they can to save them. Try to raise money with some good people interested and try to help the elephants.
You can also join my group Refuse to Ride! Helping elephants.
Thanks so much, I’ll do that. I’ve had no ideas on the issue, and you posted.
Sorry, meant keep you posted.
I thought about what you and one other Roots and Shoot group said about the issue, and I came with a plan. First I’ll spread awareness, like you said. After enough people are aware, I will look into the laws, and see if there’s any laws about it. If I can’t find any laws they’re not following I will talk to the trainers about the bullock and…[Read more]
Sorry,I meant project, not group.
Great idea!! There is a group called wildlife sos (they have offices in USA too). They help elephants so maybe they can help. You can contact them on Facebook or email them. Good luck!