Paper, and Glass, and Plastic, Oh My!

Recycling

Recycling (Photo credit: teachernz)

Recently commented with a fellow blogger on a recycling issue while on the road. What to do with accumulated recyclables? I’ve been thinking a lot about this lately and it concerns me some. I’m an avid recycler/reuser, and it’s already a little overwhelming in my present little studio apartment. If I forget the recycling day then more recyclables pile up.
If that happens and it gets a little out of control, I’ll at least take my can opener and open both ends of a can and crush it flat, making way more room. But what about the regular glass, like jelly jars, pickle jars, etc. stuff you can get your deposit back on? And cardboard, like cereal cardboard or mail, receipts, etc.
I’ve gotten a few good tips from my blogger friend which helped me out some with this issue. Once I get my Class B van I’ll be wayyyyyy smaller than I am now in my little studio apartment. There wont be a stitch of room to accumulate much at all! So, One: Cut back even further on product containers and packaging. Two; Seek out recycling stations and centers in advance. And Three; Eat Out!! YEY! NO!! Not a good idea Lorraine, LOL!! Too expensive and super unhealthy! So, Three would be to follow the first two, minimal footprint :D

This will be my rule of thumb once I’m established in my new, or used, Class B Motorhome.
As seen in one of the pics here, many camping facilities have recycling centers available on premises.
Also, the other images display recycling bins possibly available in towns, etc. But do research first and find out the legal stuff first.
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4 thoughts on “Paper, and Glass, and Plastic, Oh My!

  1. I’m so glad I found your blog. I have always been fascinated by tiny living spaces, too. They just delight me. The secret of being happy in them is keeping them clutter free. A few things lying around can make it feel claustrophobic. When it’s neat, the place just sings!

    I don’t have any good tips on recycling while on the road. It’s usually not hard to find places to recycle aluminum cans and plastic bottles. The other things can be trickier.

    Can’t wait until you get your B so I can follow your travels.

    Do you know about Kimbopolo? She just got a used Roadtrek not long ago and is having a blast exploring the Southwest right now.

    • I’m so happy you love my blog!! :D
      I absolutely love your blog!! <3
      It's so fun to read!!
      Right now I'm in a studio apartment and its fun being small. But realllllly looking forward to my Class B Van soon!!! I'm saving up and working a few jobs to keep the money flowing. I plan on buying a used van. :) . Can you send me a link to the girl who bought the used van and traveling now?!?! I graduate massage school in two months and looking forward to driving to client's houses in my Van to massage them! No massaging in the van :-/ lol, too cramped.

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