EverGreen ZeroWaste partners with multiple municipalities for seasonal yard waste drop-off events.
Carbondale
The yard waste drop-off events for 2023 are confirmed. They will begin Saturday April 22, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the 4th and Colorado parking lot. The events occur every other Saturday thereafter with the last one being September 23, 2023 (see table below). Proof of residency within Carbondale’s town limits is required to participate in this program as it is funded by Town waste collection accounts.
We accept grass clippings, garden cuttings, weeds, leaves, orchard & garden crops, sticks, brush and branches (up to 2″ in diameter and 4′ in length). These can be composted in paper yard waste bags or emptied from bins or plastic bags.
| 2023 Carbondale Yard Waste Drop-off Dates 9:00am to 12:00pm at the 4th & Colorado parking lot | |
|---|---|
| April 22 | July 15 |
| May 6 | July 29 |
| May 20 | August 12 |
| June 3 | August 26 |
| June 17 | September 9 |
| July 1 | September 23 |
Basalt
THE 2022 YARD WASTE DROP-OFF EVENTS IN BASALT OCCURRED BETWEEN MID-OCTOBER AND MID-NOVEMBER. THE 2023 SCHEDULE WILL BE RELEASED AND POSTED HERE PRIOR TO THE EVENTS.
If you miss these opportunities or live in another community, you can utilize the following collection points:
- South Canyon Landfill
- Glenwood Springs Leaf and Christmas Tree drop-off site
- Carbondale Leaf and Christmas Tree drop-off site
- Pitkin County Solid Waste Center
Please see our Zero Waste Guide for the addresses and specific locations near you.
Alternately, you can compost in your backyard!
Aim for ½ green materials (food waste like fruits, vegetables, eggshells and coffee grounds) and ½ brown materials (dried leaves and grass, shredded paper). Remember to turn the compost pile every 3-9 days depending on the time of year and add water if necessary. The moisture of your pile should feel like a damp sponge. Compost needs heat and the right combo of greens and browns for the micro-organisms breaking it down to thrive.