Visit a Compost Site
Recycle a wide range of household items, drop off organic yard waste, pick up mulch and compost, and more! Select a location to learn more.
Where Can I Recycle It?
Whether you have coffee cans full of used batteries, a collection of old eyeglasses, a pile of tires, or something else to dispose of, we can help. Discover drop-off locations for some of our most requested items and search our directory for more unusual items.
Education
Porter County Recycling offers educational, interactive programs designed to help adults and children learn about topics ranging from recycling to composting to the contributions that insects make in breaking down waste. Our K-8 programs are free to Porter County Schools and meet Indiana State Academic Standards.
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CLOSED FOR THE SEASON! Starting December 11th, the Boone Grove and Portage compost sites will be closed until March 2024. Our Valparaiso compost site will remain open through the winter!
Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
Please note, our office as well as the Portage and Boone Grove Compost Sites, are closed Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Valparaiso Compost Site will be open their regular schedule on Friday and Saturday.
With Thanksgiving only 2 days away, we're here to offer food waste reduction tips and waste reduction tips for the holiday season! 🦃
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