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Search the New Disposal Directory

Washington County has launched a new and improved Disposal Directory to help residents quickly find local reuse, recycling, and disposal options for things they no longer want or need.

Disposal Directory

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Find a Holiday Tree Drop-off Site

When the holiday season is over, recycle trees by dropping them off at one of the available locations in Washington County. Tree stands, plastic bags, tinsel, wire, lights, and all other decorations must be removed.

Find a drop-off location

Packaging Recycling 101

Doing more online shopping for the holidays? As you receive packages in the mail, here’s what to do with the packing materials:

Cardboard boxes and paper filler. Flatten and put into your recycling cart. Flattened boxes can also be dropped off in the self-serve recycling dumpsters at the Environmental Center.

Bubble wrap, air pillows, and plastic shipping envelopes: Place in trash or bring clean and dry items to the Environmental Center (drive-thru lane) or other plastic bag and film drop-off sites.

Packing peanuts: Local postal service providers, such as UPS, FedEx or the U.S. Postal Service, may accept clean and dry foam packing peanuts. Contact your nearest location for specific information.

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Virtual Learning Series on Recycling and Food Waste Reduction

We're thrilled to partner with River Market Community Co-op to offer two virtual classes in January. Learn about recycling and food waste reduction from Hannah Keller, Senior Environmental Specialist with Washington County Public Health & Environment.

Everything You Need to Know About Recycling
Thursday, Jan. 26 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Everything You Need to Know About Food Waste Reduction and Recycling
Monday, January 30 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Free Product Room Contest:
Enter by 12/16 for a Chance to Win!

Have you tackled a project using items from the Environmental Center Free Product Room? Maybe you upcycled an old piece of furniture, refinished your hardwood floors, or painted the perfect room. Whatever the project is, we want to hear about it! Submit a photo for a chance to win a DIY gift basket!

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More information: WashCoRecycles.com | 651-275-7475

Search the New Disposal Directory

Find a Holiday Tree Drop-off Site

Packaging Recycling 101

Virtual Learning Series on Recycling and Food Waste Reduction

Free Product Room Contest:Enter by 12/16 for a Chance to Win!

Free Product Room Contest:
Enter by 12/16 for a Chance to Win!