Horry County Residents Encourage Holiday Waste Disposal

News Summary

As the holiday season wraps up, Horry County residents are urged to responsibly dispose of Christmas trees and holiday waste. The local Recycling Center is offering options including curbside pickup and mulch recycling through their ‘Grinding of the Greens’ program until January 29. Residents can drop off trees or utilize curbside services for easy disposal. Alternatives such as creating brush piles for wildlife are also suggested. The key message is to recycle and keep the community green.

Horry County Residents Urged to Responsibly Dispose of Christmas Trees Until January 29

The holiday hustle and bustle may have come to an end, but for many residents in Horry County, the cleanup is just getting started! As we wave goodbye to the holiday decorations and cozy festivities, there’s a growing need to responsibly take care of our Christmas waste—and the local Recycling Center has some helpful options to make this process smoother.

Ever since Santa made his triumphant exit, the Horry County Recycling Center has witnessed a delightful surge in visitors bringing in their holiday waste. Whether it’s those faded twinkling lights or the remnants of half-eaten cookies, the traffic has certainly picked up at the center. Local mechanics even noticed that the days following Christmas are busier than usual as more folks pop by to dispose of their old trees and other holiday discards.

Keeping Christmas Green

The good news is that the Recycling Center encourages residents to continue bringing their holiday waste throughout January. One special program, “Grinding of the Greens,” aims to transform those once-festive evergreen trees into something useful. Come February, residents can grab some free mulch made from these recyclable trees, but they’ll have to act fast as supplies are limited.

Curbside Pickup for Convenience

For those in Myrtle Beach, convenience is the name of the game! The city is offering curbside pickup for natural Christmas trees through January 29. This initiative—part of the annual “Grinding of the Greens”—simplifies the disposal process. Just remember, before putting those trees out on the curb, they need to be stripped of all decorations and stands.

But if you’re the type who likes to drop off your tree, you can head on over to the Jake Abraham Solid Waste Transfer Station on Mr. Joe White Avenue. It’s all about making responsible choices! While burning the trees might be tempting for some, remember that it’s illegal in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach. To keep everyone safe, recreational fires must be contained in a fire pit and be at least 20 feet away from any structures or vegetation.

Where Can I Burn My Tree?

If you’re residing in Conway, you can burn your tree but don’t forget to snag a permit first. Meanwhile, for those in unincorporated areas of Horry County, the rules get a bit more flexible. While burning trees isn’t generally permitted in neighborhoods like Carolina Forest, rural areas may have the green light. Just a note: recreational fires and grilling are A-OK, as long as they’re 50 feet away from structures and property lines. Rules do vary, so it’s important to check in on the specifics.

Alternative Disposal Options

If you’re looking for alternative disposal methods, consider creating a brush pile for local wildlife—it’s a great way to provide shelter for small animals. And remember, turning in your tree for recycling not only benefits the environment but also gives your tree a second life! Gloria Johnson, the recycling coordinator, emphasizes how recycling really makes a difference.

The Countdown to Mulch Begins

The Grinding of the Greens program runs until January 29, so there’s plenty of time to get those trees recycled into mulch. If you choose to drop your tree off at the recycling centers, rest assured they will be ground into mulch by the Horry County Solid Waste Authority. Free mulch will be available to residents starting mid-February at the landfill, but again, supplies are on a first-come, first-served basis! Make sure to bring your own containers to collect the mulch.

In conclusion, it’s time for Horry County residents to take action! Don’t let those beautifully adorned trees go to waste. Dispose of them responsibly through the various options available, and let’s keep our community as green as possible!