1 Seven-Star Swim
This annual event is set to take place this year on? November 20. As usual, all proceeds will be used for Medicins Sans Frontier, the pioneering medical charity that provides health services in disadvantaged communities. The swim is around 1km, from one side of the iconic Burj Al Arab to the other, around the island. For more information and to register for the swim, see www.msfuae.org
2 Bag It Up? ?
The UAE government is on track to phase out plastic bags by 2012, and some supermarkets have already downgraded the quality of their free plastic bags to encourage shoppers to buy the reusable ones. Prepare yourself by investing in a collection of trendy jute or canvas bags and get used to taking them with you on shopping trips, thus helping to reduce the millions of plastic bags which go into landfill
every year.
3 Keep It Tidy
The Emirates Environmental Group is looking for an army of volunteers to help eradicate litter and beautify key areas around the country as part of their ‘Clean Up UAE’ later this year. The clean up day is scheduled for? December 12 and EEG needs up to 25,000 volunteers, so register at www.eeg-uae.org. Apart from feeling like an environmental champion, you’ll get to meet loads of new people while you enjoy the sunshine.
4 Be An Altruistic Adventurer ?
Experience adventure and give to charity at the same time by joining one of the Gulf For Good challenges. Participants need to raise a certain amount of money to be able to take part in a G4G challenge; in 2010, the organisation will be cycling and hiking in Thailand, trekking in Lebanon, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, and cycling in Cuba. More details from www.gulf4good.org
5 Make The Switch
?Energy saving lightbulbs last ten times longer and use less than a quarter of the electricity used by traditional light bulbs.
So apart from saving you money, you’re doing your
bit for the environment every time you flick a switch. The Make The Switch campaign estimates that UAE residents have already saved a collective dhs45 million with just this simple change. www.maketheswitch.ae
6 Get A Furry Friend
Feline Friends works hard to improve the lives of cats, rescuing them, caring for them, and finding them new homes. Not everyone wants the responsibility of having a pet full time, but these organisations are always looking for animal lovers who can foster a cat temporarily. The only danger is that you’ll lose your heart completely to your new cuddly companion, and want to keep him or her forever. For more information visit www.felinefriendsdubai.com
7 Shoot An Eagle
In golfing terms, of course. Foresight, a charity that fights blindness and sight loss in the UAE, is holding a golf day at Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa on the December 10. Entry for a four-ball costs dhs2,900, which includes entry for four players to the 18-hole course, as well as welcome refreshments, soft drinks throughout the tournament, a drinks reception at the end and great prizes. Register on www.foresightrp.com
8 Love Food, But Hate Waste
According to research, people tend to throw away a third of their grocery shopping in waste. Imagine if the supermarket cashier asked you to put 35 per cent of your weekly shopping straight into the bin - you would kick up a fuss, but that’s effectively what happens when we buy goods that we don’t use. Get tips on shopping wisely and eliminating food waste, therefore saving money, from www.lovefoodhatewaste.com
9 Step Up For Charity
There are 52 floors in the Emirates Towers, and each year hundreds of brave-legged residents run from the ground floor to the top in aid of charity. The Vertical Marathon aims to raise funds for Medicins Sans Frontiers, and all participants need to pay dhs500 to take part (which can come from an individual contribution or through sponsorships).
Teams and individuals can take part - for information visit www.jumeirah.com or www.msfuae.org
10 Keep Your Car Parked
We live in a society where a car is seen as a necessity, but next time your reach for those car keys, ask yourself whether you really need to make that trip. Do you really need that bottle of milk now? Combine trips to cut car usage and you’ll help reduce carbon emissions that damage the environment. Or, now that the weather is cooler, do something really crazy and walk to your local shop instead.
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