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Earth Day 2013 is right around the corner and there’s something everyone can do to help the cause. This year, we’ve teamed up with The Healthy Voyager to share some of her favorite ways to celebrate. Created by Carolyn Scott-Hamilton, the Healthy Voyager is your one-stop shop for health, wellness and everything eco. Her motto? Life is a voyage, live it well! Read on for 10 simple things you can do for the environment on Monday and all year round.

1. Plant a tree. Visit the Arbor Day site for more information.

2. Turn trash into treasure. Refurbish an old sofa, chair or even a garment. Get crafty and creative and you just might produce a work of art.

3. Join a beach or park cleanup with groups like the Surfrider Foundation.

4. Go Meatless! Combine Meatless Monday with Earth Day for a healthy and environmental 1-2 punch!

5. Green spring clean your home. Swap out bulbs for energy efficient ones, clean your house with eco friendly products, up cycle or donate unwanted clothing and household items, etc. Get creative.

6. Check out a Green Drinks event in your area

7. Get your green thumb dirty and start a garden. While you're at it, start a compost pile too!

8. Park your car. Spend the day walking or biking to the places you need to go. If you're heading somewhere that's a bit far, try public transportation.

9. If you have kids, print out our calendar and draw a green star for each day that you do an activity that helps the earth.

10. Cook up a local, organic meal and serve up some organic cocktails. Toast mother earth and yourself too.

To keep up with The Healthy Voyager, follow her on Facebook and Twitter at @HealthyVoyager

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