Trash Talk – Miramar Landfill Bus Tour

Waste Free

***This event has been filled.  Please check the ILACSD calendar for future landfill tours. ***

People have been burying garbage since humans evolved, but have you ever wondered where your waste goes once thrown into the bin? This three-hour bus tour will give you a peek behind-the-scenes to find out what really happens when you throw your trash away and what “away” really means.

Join I Love A Clean San Diego to better understand how your daily actions impact the Miramar Landfill and the City of San Diego’s goal to reach zero waste by 2040. You will not only learn about the importance of zero waste, but also given the tools on how to get there. Additional stops include the Allan Company Recycling Facility, the Greenery and the Household Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility.

There are only 55 seats available, so book your spot by August 8th to ensure your opportunity to gain valuable knowledge about the Landfill.  Seat priority will be given to City of San Diego residents.  If you are out of the City limits, you will be placed on a waitlist and informed a few days prior to the tour if seats are available. As a safety precaution, please wear pants and close-toed shoes. A signed waiver will be required at the start of the tour.  Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The bus will pick attendees up in the parking lot at Metro Biosolids Center.  Parking is available in the lot.  Carpooling is encouraged.

This tour is made possible by the City of San Diego’s Environmental Services Department and facilitated by I Love A Clean San Diego.

Green Business Solutions Workshop

Green Business Solutions Workshop

Join I Love A Clean San Diego on Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm for our Green Business Solutions Workshop, sponsored by Wells Fargo. This interactive evening will focus on practical solutions to your business’ sustainability challenges! The workshop will be held at the Hoffman Room of the San Diego Foundation.

We will identify the importance of a zero waste lifestyle, how to implement these practices into your business, and the environmental and economic benefits of going green. Whether you work in an office, a restaurant, or in retail, we will have valuable information for all business models! This is a great opportunity for you to network and share ideas for creating a more eco-conscious work space.

Appetizers and drinks provided.  See you there!

Save Your Scraps! Workshop

Join ILACSD as we team up with the City of Vista to bring you Save Your Scraps, an interactive workshop focused on zero waste and organics! Come learn what it means to live a zero waste life and more specifically, how to keep organic waste out of the landfill by shopping smart, storing food properly, and composting your scraps! Join us for this fun, informative workshop and participate in one of the hands-on activities including a ‘make and take’ project and an eco-friendly kids’ craft.

Make and Take: Vermicomposting Bins (compost with worms) while supplies last.
Eco-Friendly Kids’ (or Adult) Craft: Decorate Produce Bags
Raffle Prizes: Bamboo Food Scrap Bin and mini Zero Waste Kit (Stasher bag and reusable straw)

In addition, can bring in gently used items you were planning to donate and participate in the Swap ‘n’ Shop! Participants can exchange or donate those items by giving them a second life and keeping them out of the landfill. Some example items that have been brought to past workshops include clothes, nail polish, stereos, pet supplies, books, CD’s, picture frames, kitchenware, Halloween costumes, etc.

See you there!

Watershed Warriors: Rice Canyon Community Cleanup

Join ILACSD as we team up with the County of San Diego for a litter cleanup at the edge of Rice Canyon! Volunteers will meet across the street from Westfield Plaza Bonita to pick up trash around the area, diverting it from the local watershed.

ILACSD will bring all the cleanup supplies and explain the impact of this cleanup on our watershed. We also provide community service hours and Letters of Appreciation for volunteers. This is a great opportunity for students and families to learn ways to protect our local environment!

We encourage volunteers to bring their own reusable items such as water bottles, work gloves, and buckets. This helps us work toward our vision of a zero waste, litter-free and environmentally engaged San Diego region!

All volunteers are required to fill out a waiver form to participate. Anyone under the age of 18 needs a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

See you there!

For a map and directions, click HERE.
For the waiver, click HERE.
Register today!

SE HABLA ESPAÑOL: Si se requiere ayuda con la registración, llame a Carly Keen (619) 704-2774 o mande un email a ckeen@cleanSD.org.

Watershed Warriors: Rancho San Diego Community Cleanup

Join ILACSD as we team up with the County of San Diego for a litter cleanup in Rancho San Diego! Volunteers will meet at Hilton Head County Park to pick up trash as throughout the park, diverting waste from the local watershed.

ILACSD will bring all the cleanup supplies and explain the impact of this cleanup on our watershed. We also provide community service hours and Letters of Appreciation for volunteers. This is a great opportunity for students and families to learn ways to protect our local environment!

We encourage volunteers to bring their own reusable items such as water bottles, work gloves, and buckets. This helps us work toward our vision of a zero waste, litter-free and environmentally engaged San Diego region!

All volunteers are required to fill out a waiver form to participate. Anyone under the age of 18 needs a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

See you there!

For a map and directions, click HERE.
For the waiver, click HERE.
Register today!

SE HABLA ESPAÑOL: Si se requiere ayuda con la registración, llame a Carly Keen (619) 704-2774 o mande un email a ckeen@cleanSD.org.

Zero Waste Home Workshop

Green Routines Workshop

Join ILACSD as we team up with the City of San Diego for our Zero Waste Home Workshop on Saturday, June 22nd from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the North Park Nursery. Whether you’re starting your zero waste journey or ready to take it to the next level, come learn how to set yourself up for zero waste success! The workshop is complimentary and open to the public.

Visit educational booths addressing topics such as how to reduce your waste in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, and throughout your home. We will discuss the importance of a zero waste lifestyle and how to confidently implement sustainable practices into various aspects of your life. Join us for this fun, informative workshop and participate in one of the hands-on activities including a ‘make and take’ project and an eco-friendly kids’ craft.

Make and Take: DIY Toothpaste
Eco-Friendly Kids’ Craft: Decorate Produce Bags
Raffle Prizes: Stasher Bags, Dr. Bronner’s Soap

In addition, attendees can bring in gently used items you were planning to donate and participate in the Swap ‘n’ Shop! Participants can exchange or donate those items giving them a second life and keeping them out of the landfill. Some example items that have been brought to past workshops include clothes, nail polish, stereos, pet supplies, books, CD’s, picture frames, kitchenware, Halloween costumes, etc.

See you there!
Register today!

Save Your Scraps Workshop

Chula Vista Organics Workshop

Join ILACSD as we team up with the City of Chula Vista to bring you an organics workshop! On Saturday, March 16, 2019, we will be hosting the Save Your Scraps Workshop from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM at Novo Brazil Brewery! The workshop is complimentary and open to the public.

Learn how to keep organics out of the landfill by shopping smart, storing food properly, and composting your scraps. We’ll also cover water conservation tools, such as ocean-friendly gardens and laundry-to-landscape systems. Join us for this fun, informative workshop and participate in one of the hands-on activities including a ‘make and take’ project and an eco-friendly kids’ craft. Don’t forget to stick around for the raffle prizes as well!

After the workshop, attendees can enjoy 10% off Novo Brazil Brewery beverages!

Make and Take Project: Decorate Reusable Produce Bags
Eco-Friendly Kids’ Craft: Creating “Eat Me First” Signs for Sustainable Food Storage
Raffle Prizes: Dr. Bronner’s Soaps and Beeswax Wraps (a great alternative to plastic wrap)

Register today!

Adventures in Sustainability Workshop

Join ILACSD as we team up with the City of Encinitas to bring you the last installment of a three-part series focusing on how to put your passion into action and share the simplicity of sustainability with your community! On Saturday, May 4, 2019, we will be hosting the Adventures in Sustainability Workshop from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the EUSD Farm Lab located at 441 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024. The workshop is complimentary and open to the public!

Come by and learn how to fold sustainability practices into everyday hobbies, chores, and even social occasions! Visit educational booths addressing topics such as hosting a party, giving gifts, traveling in confidence, and caring for your pet in a more environmentally conscious way! Join us for this fun, informative workshop and participate in one of the hands-on activities including a ‘make and take’ project and an eco-friendly kids’ craft.

Make and Take Project: Granola ball bites demo and postcard making

Eco-Friendly Kids’ Craft: Decorating gift wrap from zero waste items

Raffle Prizes: Bamboo straws and more to be announced!

In addition, attendees can bring in gently used items you were planning to donate and participate in the Swap ‘n’ Shop! Participants can exchange or donate those items giving them a second life and keeping them out of the landfill. Some example items that have been brought to past workshops include clothes, nail polish, stereos, pet supplies, books, CD’s, picture frames, kitchenware, Halloween costumes, etc.

See you there!
Register today!

Save Your Scraps Workshop

Join ILACSD as we team up with the City of Encinitas to bring you the second of a three-part series focusing on conservation in your kitchen! On Saturday, March 2, 2019, we will be hosting the Save Your Scraps Workshop from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the EUSD Farm Lab located at 441 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024. The workshop is complimentary and open to the public!

Come by and learn how to set up your house for zero waste success! Visit educational booths addressing topics such as keep organics out of the landfill by shopping smart, storing food properly, and composting your scraps! Join us for this fun, informative workshop and participate in one of the hands-on activities including a ‘make and take’ project and an eco-friendly kids’ craft.

Make and Take Project: DIY Vermicompost Bins

Eco-Friendly Kids’ Craft: Creating “Eat Me First” Signs for Sustainable Food Storage

Raffle Prizes: Reusable Produce Bags and Beeswax Wraps (a great alternative to plastic wrap)

In addition, attendees can bring in gently used items you were planning to donate and participate in the Swap ‘n’ Shop! Participants can exchange or donate those items giving them a second life and keeping them out of the landfill. Some example items that have been brought to past workshops include clothes, nail polish, stereos, pet supplies, books, CD’s, picture frames, kitchenware, Halloween costumes, etc.

At the end of the workshop, 25 participants will be able to create and take home a fully-functioning vermicomposting bin. Please indicate your interest on the registration page. Participants will be added on a first come, first serve basis. Due to supply restrictions, we are limited to 25 participants. Please limit one per household.

See you there!
Register today!

Watershed Warriors: Ramona Community Cleanup

Join ILACSD, County of San Diego, and the Ramona Parks and Recreation Association for a litter cleanup on Saturday, March 16th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Ramona. Volunteers will meet at the Ramona Community Park located at 434 Aqua Lane, CA 92065 and pick up trash and debris from the surrounding area to divert waste from the San Dieguito River watershed and preserve the natural beauty of the community!

ILACSD will bring all the cleanup supplies and explain the impact of this cleanup on our watershed. We also provide community service hours and Letters of Appreciation for volunteers. This is a great opportunity for students and families to learn ways to protect our local environment!

We encourage volunteers to bring your own reusable items such as water bottles, work gloves, and buckets to promote zero waste practices and help us in our mission to have a zero waste, litter free and environmentally engaged San Diego region!

All volunteers are required to fill out a waiver form to participate and anyone under the age of 18 needs a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

See you there!

For a map and directions, click HERE.
For the waiver, click HERE.
Register today!