When asked? paper or plastic bag" just say no I brougt my own. Facts about plastic bags
An average family will use 60 plastic bags on four visits to the supermarket.
The average plast bag is used for 12 minutes and than thrown away.
Plastic bags were introduced to supermarkets in 1977.
What can you do to help?
Start by bringing your own Eco-Friendly bags.
Reuse and Recycle your plastic bags at home.
Bring plastic bags and a variety of materials to a nearby recycling center. To find a recycling
center in your town http://search.earth911.com//?sponsor=jnj
Create art with plastic bags; Ms. Vickie teaches how to make a bag out of plastic bags by knitting or crocheting.