Recycling Raccoons

Recycling Raccoons No one knows more about trash and recycling in Michigan than our raccoons. Brought to you by EGLE.

Something the Squad can all agree on is outdoor preparedness — especially when it comes to recycling!Outdoor Recycling P...
06/02/2026

Something the Squad can all agree on is outdoor preparedness — especially when it comes to recycling!

Outdoor Recycling Preparedness:
1: Bring a bag designated for recyclables.
2: Use a reusable water bottle or store empty plastic bottles until you can recycle them.
3: Bring snacks you can share with containers you can recycle after! (cracker boxes, small variety boxes, etc.)

05/29/2026

Carlos here and maybe it’s the movies I’m watching, but recently I can’t stop thinking “Why I oughta … break down that box before recycling it curbside!”

I don’t know. I just can’t get “The Basics” of out of my head. Once you learn them, it’s like recycling becomes second nature — it’s so easy!

05/26/2026

You want to know what’s in my bin? Who’s asking? Joking! Your favorite raccoon (me … Frank) keeps his bin packed with the best that common household materials have to offer.

05/22/2026

Every year, the Friday before Memorial Day serves as the official kickoff of the summer road trip season, and the Squad is here with an eco-friendly road trip tip (try saying that 10 times in a row!).

05/18/2026

Nice to see you again, duckie — it’s me, Paper MacKay. Now, paper cups can be a wee bit tricky, but that doesn’t mean they’re outright unrecyclable. Check with your local recycler to see if they accept them before taking your next cup of joe curbside!

Frank here again. If you’ve ever shown up to an event that doesn’t have recycling carts, you know it can be a bit fright...
05/15/2026

Frank here again. If you’ve ever shown up to an event that doesn’t have recycling carts, you know it can be a bit frightening. But don’t fear! I’m here with some tips to help you prepare for this situation.

1. Cry.

2. Reduce the number of disposable items you use.

3. Use a bag or nearby container as a temporary personal recycling cart until you get home or find a drop-off location. (Pour out your recyclables and keep the bag OUT of the recycling cart.)

4. If it’s a small event where you know everyone, take charge! BYOB or designate a spare to serve as the recycling cart and watch the recyclables pour in.

05/13/2026

Gladys here! As much as I love the shine of freshly rinsed glass, cookware is not recyclable curbside. Donate it to a local thrift store or dispose of it in your trash bin instead!

Nyla present and ready to watch the new “Devil Wears Paw-da.” But before that, I had the busiest day picking out the per...
05/11/2026

Nyla present and ready to watch the new “Devil Wears Paw-da.” But before that, I had the busiest day picking out the perfect color for your recycling cart. Let’s make a fashion statement and become truly groundbreaking together this year. Rinse out your plastic, metal and glass containers before recycling and add a glow to finish out your new look.

05/08/2026

Gladys with a quick tour of my den. P.S. The automatic rinser works for glass, metal and plastic containers, so I can get them all rinsed before taking them to my curbside cart. Style, functionality and recycling. It’s quite dazzling really.

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