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Discovery Zone

Explore the Discovery Zone for resources and information including:

We Wanted to Know (Quiz)
Recycling Fundamentals
Misunderstood Materials
Recycling for Kids!
Articles & Interests

There are outlets listed for common household objects that either require special handling (e-waste, batteries, hazardous chemicals) or are materials that cannot be captured in a MRF (textiles, plastic bags and other film plastic).

What Goes Where