Problem: Article: Aquatic turtles spend the majority of their lives in the water and if their tanks are kept clean, rarely need a special bath. However, your turtle might benefit from a cleaning if it starts to develop algae on its shell, or when it is shedding to help remove dead skin cells. When your turtle is shedding skin, you may notice flaky patches of skin on its neck, tail or legs. This is normal. If your turtle sheds a lot, however, it might mean a problem with the tank or the turtle's health, and you should consult with your vet. Turtles can harbor salmonella bacteria, which can make humans very ill, so it is important that you not bathe your turtle in the sink or bathtub. Salmonella is very resistant to disinfectants, so the best course of action is to buy or find a special tub for bathing your turtle, and use it only for that purpose. A plastic bucket or wash tub makes an ideal tortoise bath; just make sure it's large enough to accommodate your turtle. To bathe your turtle, you just need a tub, a toothbrush, and a jug or pitcher of lukewarm water, preferably de-chlorinated beforehand . You should not use any kind of soap or shampoo on your turtle, unless it was specifically recommended by your vet. The water should be room temperature water that has preferably been dechlorinated. Add at least enough water to reach the turtle's chin, more if you'd like to let it swim around a bit. Use a toothbrush and gently scrub the turtle's entire shell, paying special attention to any areas of buildup. Remember that the turtle can feel his shell, so do not scrub too hard. Then scrub the turtle's legs, tail, and neck, but be careful with these areas as they are more sensitive. Finally, scrub the turtle's plastron (belly), and be sure to remove all algae and dirt between the scutes or scales. Do not use any kind of soap or polish on your turtle, this could injure it or make it ill! This is the perfect time to check your turtle all over for any sign of injury or disease. If you see anything out of the ordinary, take your turtle to the veterinarian to have it checked out right away. Common signs of turtle illness include swollen eyelids or ears, other swellings on the body, skin abnormalities, and discolored or fuzzy patches on the shell that may indicate shell rot. Once your turtle is clean, you can rinse your newly shiny pet by pouring de-chlorinated water over it from a jug or pitcher before returning it to its enclosure. To avoid the risk of salmonella contamination, you should not pour your turtle's bathwater down the sink. Flush it down the toilet, instead, and be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water when you are done.
Summary: Bathe your turtle occasionally. Obtain a dedicated turtle-washing tub. Assemble your other supplies. Fill the tub with water and gently place your turtle in the tub. Scrub the turtle's shell. Inspect your turtle as you scrub it. Rinse your turtle and return it to its tank. Dispose of bathwater carefully.

Problem: Article: Ask some of your volunteers to meet up to make some posters and signs for the event. Be sure to include the price and mention the cause you're supporting. People may be more willing to get their car washed if they know that the money is going to a good cause. Feel free to make the signs and posters colorful, but make sure larger signs are readable so people driving by can read them from a distance. Be sure to check with the property owner if you'll be using stakes or trees to hold up the signs. Make an event page and share it with your friends and family (and ask them to share it with their friends as well). Mention the cause you'll be raising money for on the page and, if possible, provide a link to the charity or organization. Make sure to list the time and date correctly on the event page. Let people know the prices and any special services that will be available (like waxing or interior detailing). Pre-selling tickets online via an event page or fundraising platform is a great way to raise money from people who can't show up for the car wash. Use platforms like PayPal or GoFundMe to talk about your cause and reach a wider audience. It's also a great way that faraway friends and family can support your cause. Be sure to advertise what's special about your car wash. For instance, if it's eco-friendly, be sure to put that on signs. If you'll be washing cars in less than 5 minutes, emphasize how fast it is. Do anything you can think of that might entice people to stop in and support the cause. You can even consider certain gimmicks that might draw people in. Try to make it relate to your cause, if possible (e.g., all of your volunteers might wear animal onesies to raise money for wildlife protection). Go to restaurants, coffee shops, and other privately-owned businesses to see if they'll put up some of your flyers in their window. Let them know about the cause you're supporting to make it more likely that they'll say yes. Don't put up posters in various places without asking first!
Summary: Meet with your group to create posters a week before the event. Use social media to advertise your charity car wash. Pre-sell tickets to friends and family. Garner more attention by using quirky traits or gimmicks. Ask local businesses to put up fliers about the event, if possible.

Problem: Article: Food-themed gift baskets are among the most common, and the traditional wicker basket is an appropriate fit in many cases. If you want to vary from this, however, try to stick baskets or containers that have a comforting, cozy ambiance. For example, you could stack wine and cheese items on a cheeseboard, place gourmet coffees and teas in a burlap gift sack, or arrange fruits and wines in a wooden crate. Knowing that you want to treat the recipient to a basket of delicious food is a good starting point, but "food" is too general to stand as a solid theme. Try to pick a specific type of food or common food pairing and work from there. Popular examples can include: Wine and cheese baskets, containing one or two bottles of wine and several blocks of cheese to accompany the wine; Gourmet tea or coffee baskets, accented with tea biscuits or coffee cake; Chocolate baskets, containing chocolate goodies in multiple forms; Fruit and nut baskets, offering several types of fresh fruit and cans of salted or flavored nuts. Think of the receiver's favorite foods. If the receiver loves chocolate, then some type of chocolate theme is probably a good way to go. On the other hand, that same basket would be a bad choice for someone who lacks a sweet tooth. Consider the time of year. Certain seasons and holidays are associated with different types of food, and you could build a theme around that. For example, autumn is associated with pumpkin, apples, cinnamon, and caramels; winter calls to mind hot chocolate and mint. The exact combination will depend on the theme you choose and your own talents in the kitchen, as well as the amount of time you'll need to wait before delivering the basket. If you plan to present the basket later that same day or the following day, you can probably include more fresh foods like fruits, cheeses, and homemade baked goods. These won't work if you're making the basket a week in advance, though. Opt for preserved foods, commercially prepared foods, or ready-mixes if you need to save the basket for more than a few days. Ready-mixes also work well for recipients who enjoy spending time cooking in the kitchen.
Summary:
Choose a rustic basket option. Narrow down the theme further. Use a combination of fresh foods, ready-mixes, and commercially prepared foods.