EverGreen ZeroWaste partners with multiple municipalities for seasonal yard waste drop-off events:
Aspen
The Rio Grande Recycling Center is accessible 24/7/365 and has a drop-off container for leaves and grass clippings. These materials get composted. Users must empty bag and container contents through a grate over the roll-off bin, which only allows smaller materials through. As such, bags, branches, and brush are not accepted.
Throughout the year, Pitkin County Solid Waste Center will accept yard waste from anyone for a fee. Pitkin County residents receive annual coupons to be put towards disposal rates.
Basalt
Spring: To assist with clearing brush and winter debris, the Town of Basalt situates EGZW roll-off containers throughout town for a week with 24/7 access. This year’s dates are April 24, 2026, through May 3, 2026. Please ensure all yard waste is removed from bags, as all collected materials are composted. Locations are Willits Rugby Field, Cliff Hillside, Arbaney Park, and Wildwood.
Autumn: On Saturdays from 9am to 3pm, starting ___ through ___, the Town of Basalt will offer a residential yard waste drop-off event at the former Umbrella Roofing location at 20526 CO-82. Leaves and brush will be accepted; no bags are allowed in the bins. EverGreen ZeroWaste staff will be on hand to assist and answer questions.
Carbondale
Summer: Yard waste drop-off events begin Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the 4th and Colorado parking lot. These events occur every other Saturday thereafter, with the last one being September 26, 2026. Proof of residency within Carbondale’s town limits is required to participate in this program, as it is funded by the town’s waste collection accounts.
Autumn: Roll-offs for leaves are situated at 4th and Colorado. The bins are accessible 24/7. Please remove the leaves from their bags.
Event dates: April 11, April 25, May 9, May 23, June 6, June 20, July 4, July 18, August 1, August 15, August 29, September 12, and September 26. This summer event flows into the ongoing autumnal leaf drop and holiday tree recycling programs.
Glenwood Springs
Summer: Yard waste drop-off events are every other Saturday beginning on April 4, 2026 (dates below) from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon) at the Rodeo Lot, out near the airport. These events occur every other Saturday thereafter, with the last one being September 19, 2026. Proof of residency within the Glenwood Springs city limits is required to participate in this program.
They 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. Plastic bags are not accepted.
2026 Summer Event Dates: April 4, April 18, May 2, May 16, May 30, June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22, September 5, and September 19.
This summer event flows into the ongoing autumn leaf drop and holiday tree recycling programs.
Autumn: Beginning ___ through ___, residents of Glenwood Springs can drop off their fallen leaves at the old rodeo grounds, adjacent to the airport. The service is free but is only open to residents of Glenwood Springs. The collection site is not available for use by commercial operators. Leaves can be dropped off at any time of day.
When dropping off leaves, please take them out of the plastic bag and ensure any stones, litter, branches, or other debris have been removed from your leaves to prevent equipment damage and worker injuries.
Throughout the year, South Canyon Landfill will accept yard waste from anyone for a fee. At the landfill there are two piles, one for brush & wood and the other for grass, leaves & small plants; both get composted.
Alternately, you can compost yard waste in your backyard!
Aim for ½ green materials (like fresh grass clippings) 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.