“Breakfast and Birds” Program Hosted by Friends of Tigertail

Friends of Tigertail hosted a free “Breakfast and Birds” program at Tigertail Beach on January 11 despite rain and wind. 20 participants first learned characteristics used for identification, such as size, leg, bill, feather color, and behavior. The...

Collier County Ranks #3 in the State for Recycling!

Big news for Collier County! We’ve achieved an incredible milestone by ranking third in the state of Florida for recycling—a feat made possible by the dedication and effort of our community. Your commitment to sustainability is helping to preserve our paradise for...

Are My Recycling Efforts Going to Waste?

Where does my recycling go? All residential recycling that is collected at the curb is hauled to a Material Resource Facility (MRF) located in Miami. It is owned and operated by Waste Management of Florida, Inc. At the MRF, the material is sorted, baled, and shipped...

Recycle Right and Volunteer with Your Kids this Holiday Break

November is a time to celebrate America Recycles Day Recycling Day and a time to promote waste reduction and energy conservation through proper recycling. Trash and recycling volumes typically increase in November as people prepare for Thanksgiving and the Christmas...

Collier County Recognized for Recycling Achievements

Accepting Award for Reaching the State Goal of 75% Recycling   Kari Hodgson, Collier County Director, Karen Moore, FDEP Administrator, Jonathon Bartos, Recycling Coordinator, Dana Alger, Recycling Coordinator, Keagan Giblin, Recycling Coordinator, Vanessa Caporale,...