Yes, parties are great opportunities to get all that glass, plastic and aluminum to the Recycling Center…not the dump. How, you say? There’s so much of it? Here’s what has worked for me:

1. Find a set of big containers that can get yucky (I stack topless plastic totes outside).
2. Make small but clear signs. Put trash last.
3. Set recycle station up before the eating begins (learned by experience).
4. Have a game plan for getting all the stuff to the Recycling Center.
5. Double bagging with black garbage sacks helps.
6. Roof racks and bungee cords or truck beds work and can be less messy.
7. A compost bucket (sign on lid) can be added when appropriate.
8. A paper bin can also be added and burned in bonfire or later.
9. And finally, I recommend one container for plastic ware and cups to wash for re-use.

Happy recycling.