This is an expanded and updated version of my 2019 post Unwanted Mail or Junk Mail. How this mission began I started working on this topic as I usually do. What is a hot topic of discussion in my neighborhood online group(s) or among my neighbors? Neighbors kept posting asking why we didn’t have recycling…
Earth Day weekend I attended my neighborhood’s Spring Fling. I had a table for zero waste where I shared about the top contaminants in Austin’s recycling and composting systems, flyers on what can and can’t go in the curbside carts, the Recycle & Reuse Drop-off Center, ReBlend paint, our app, and a new program that…
Fishing line can be recycled.🎣♻️ Also called microfilament line, this environmental hazard can last up to 600 years in the aquatic environment and it entangles animals and plants.🌊🐠🌿 Volunteers can help by making and maintaining collection spots like this at water spots and fishing sites. Even throwing line in the trash can be dangerous as…
April 18-30, 2022 is this spring’s Target Car Seat Trade-in event! Target Guests who trade in their old car seats will receive a 20 % off coupon on a new car seat, stroller or select baby gear. More below, but first… If your child has aged out of car seats, I encourage you to offer…
Check out my video for this post at https://fb.watch/cbf7JxwoO8/. I had fun figuring out my phone and using my kid’s handy work to help share information. This is a post specific to an Austin program, but if you don’t live in Austin, I encourage you to work with your city or recycling providers to consider…
Quotes and Data Cigarette butts make up the largest portion of micro litter in Texas. One of the more common items I pick up with my family on our neighborhood walks are cigarette butts. They’re also the second hardest to grab since they’re so small. Small random bits of plastic are the hardest. When researching…
HEB, a local grocery store chain, in Texas recycles lots of plastic bags and film. 1) They must be clean and dry. 2) No receipts, labels, stickers. Cut or pull those off. The bin is narrow and fills up fast, just a heads up. Plastic bags, mailers and film can also be recycled at Central…
Our family goes for walks on the weekends around my neighborhood. Since I received my 4ocean Cleanup Kit with trash tongs for my birthday, it’s really motivated my four year old son and husband to pick up trash as we walk. I share some of our finds on my Instagram and Facebook pages and I’ll…
Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope you have a lovely day. Here are a few reminders for you as you go about your day. #valentines #flowers #compost #candy #valentinescandy #recycle #valentinescard #batteries #singingcard
Take wire hangers back to the dry cleaners or find a local one near you. They always appreciate those (reuse is free to the business and allows them to save money) and many places will have a collection bin out by the counter. Charity clothing closets are another option but call ahead both to see if…