Did you know that Angelenos use 6 billion plastic bags a year? Let's make a difference by committing to not use plastic bags on Thursday December 20th for the Heal the Bay A Day Without a Bag.

They're even sponsoring a give away of reusable bags if you don't already have an alternative. We're really into chico bags because they collapse into nothing. Some of our other favorites are the bright red Baggu, the Flip and Tumble reusable bag, and bags from method. Find out how to make your own bag.

The bags pictured can be purchased at byob.