Spring Break Fun with a Green Twist

Spring Break Fun with a Green Twist:

Eco-Friendly Ideas to Make Your Break Awesome

By:

Nadine |

March 21, 2024

Hey there, busy parents, dedicated students, and hardworking educators.

Spring break is just around the corner, and it’s time to plan some epic adventures while keeping Mother Earth in mind. Who says you can’t have a blast and save the planet at the same time? Here are some eco-friendly ideas to make your spring break one for the books!

Keep it local, keep it cool, recycle
Keep it local, keep it cool, recycle

1. Keep it Local, Keep it Cool

Forget about long flights and travel hassles – your own backyard is where the real magic happens! BC is bursting with local gems and hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered. From hiking trails to scenic spots, there’s no shortage of adventure right on your doorstep. So grab your pals, pack a picnic, and get ready to explore the beauty of British Columbia like never before!

2. Beach Clean-Up Party

Who says cleaning up can’t be fun? Gather your squad and head to the beach for the ultimate clean-up party! Armed with gloves and garbage bags, you’ll be on a mission to rid the shoreline of litter and debris. Not only will you be helping to protect our oceans and marine life, but you’ll also be soaking up the sun and enjoying some quality time with friends. It’s a win-win!

All recyclable items can be brought to one of our local bottle depots. Items such as beverage containers and scrap metal can earn you money. Visit this page to learn which items can be accepted at which of our local depots.

3. Bottle Drive Bonanza

Ready to turn trash into cash? Organize a bottle drive in your neighbourhood, and watch the donations roll in! Encourage everyone to collect their empty bottles and cans and bring them to one of our local depots. Not only will you be diverting waste from landfills, but you’ll also be raising funds for a good cause. Plus, it’s a great excuse to get together with friends and make a positive impact on the planet.

Support Local Heros
Support Local Heros

4. Support Local Heroes

Show some love to the businesses that are making a difference in your community! Seek out eco-friendly cafes, zero-waste stores, and sustainable eateries that are doing their part to protect the planet. By supporting these local heroes, you’ll be voting with your dollars and encouraging others to follow suit. Plus, you’ll get to enjoy delicious food and unique finds while knowing you’re making a difference – talk about a win-win!

So there you have it, folks – four eco-tastic ideas to make your spring break unforgettable. Whether you’re exploring BC’s backyard, cleaning up the beach, organizing a bottle drive, or supporting local businesses, you’ll be spreading good vibes and saving the planet one adventure at a time. This is your hard-earned break. You deserve it!

Regional Recycling is proud to work with the Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR) the not-for-profit organization that manages British Columbia’s recycling program for end-of-life major household appliances. Working on behalf of appliance manufacturers and other regulated producers, MARR helps ensure that unwanted appliances are collected, recycled, and processed responsibly across the province.

Operating under BC’s Recycling Regulation, MARR oversees an approved stewardship program that keeps valuable materials in circulation, ensures environmentally responsible handling of hazardous components, and helps reduce waste sent to landfill. The program is governed by MARR’s Board of Directors and is designed to make appliance recycling convenient, accessible, and environmentally responsible for British Columbians.

In addition to Regional Recycling, there are over 200 certified Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR) collection sites throughout BC that make it easy to recycle responsibly. There is no charge to drop off eligible appliances, and you can be confident that every appliance is processed safely, with recyclable materials recovered and hazardous components handled by licensed professionals.

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You can recycle all of the following residential products with Regional Recycling:

  • Full-size Refrigerators – Refrigerator and refrigerator freezer combinations. Includes built-in and free-standing models.
  • Compact Refrigerators – Refrigerator or refrigerator-freezer combinations that are 6.4 cubic feet or less in volume. Includes beer kegs, wine dispensers and wine coolers.
  • Freezers – Chest, upright, and compact freezers, plus under the counter freezer drawers and ice makers.
  • Window Air Conditioners – Operate through the wall or are window-mounted.
  • Portable Air Conditioners – Can be moved from place to place.
  • Dehumidifiers – Free-standing and can be moved from place to place.
  • Clothes Washers – Top and front-loading. Includes stacked laundry units and those that also dry clothes.
  • Clothes Dryers / Built-In Steam Cleaners – Top and front-loading. Includes stacked laundry units.
  • Dishwashers – Built-in, portable or convertible.
  • Ranges – Can include a surface cooktop and oven.
  • Built-In Ovens – Can have separate warming drawers, combination with microwave oven or double-walls.
  • Surface Cooking Units – Installed into the countertop where the controls are either integrated into the unit or installed separately.
  • Range Hoods & Downdrafts – Can be separate or connected from the cooking unit.
  • Built-In and Over the Range Microwaves – Built-in with or without hood vent combinations permanently installed microwave ovens.
  • Food Waste Disposers – Integrated into the plumbing of a household.
  • Trash Compactors – Permanently installed or portable.
  • Built-in Electric Hot Beverage Dispensers – Mounted under the counter or built-in.
  • Water Coolers – Mounted under the counter or built-in.

To learn more about how to recycle your large appliances with us, please see our large appliance recycling page on our website. We look forward to seeing you at one of our depots!

Please Note: Our Burnaby location does not recycle large appliances due to space restrictions.

 

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