The epic journey of one plastic bottle

"Great Eco-Story for all!" Owner at Armchair Book Store, Whistler Canada

this story began with trash on a glacier

My name is J.F. Plouffe - adventure guide, husband and father of two, living in the paradise of Squamish, B.C., Canada. On a recent expedition, at over 2000 meters, I  find a discarded plastic water bottle on  a glacier. I have seen many of these on the ocean, but really; on a Glacier??. I started to think about how much plastic waste there is in the world. That's where, step by step, deep in the noise of my thoughts, the story of Little Spring began.

I worked with educators, friends, editors and my own kids to develop a short story that can speak to children of all ages. I collaborated with long-time friend and illustrator, Lorne Craig, to create a  character with empathy and humour. And now, Little Spring is ready for his biggest adventure yet - making change happen, one reader at a time.

one water bottle - many adventures!

From the bottling plant to the wide world

Learn how our choices affect the environment

Meet new friends in the Pacific Garbage Patch

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