The Recycle Show #303

Description

Bev and daughters talk all about the importance of recycling. First, Bev talks to kids to find out what they know about recycling. Next, a visit to a recycling sort-center, and a plastics recycling plant. Finally, the DeJulios build a composter and explain how compost can help you in your garden.

Product Information

How to Make a Compost Bin - Project of the Week
(For complete directions click on Project of the Week)

• Gloves: Wells Lamont, www.wellslamont.com
• Drill / Driver : Black & Decker, www.blackanddecker.com
• Tape Measure: Stanley, www.stanleyworks.com
• Drill Bits: Bosch, www.boschtools.com
• Chop Saw: Bosch, www.boschtools.com
• Safety Glasses: Uvex, www.uvex.com
• Work Cart: Rubbermaid, www.rubbermaid.com

Recycle "Jar" Craft

• Frosted Glass Spray Paint: Krylon, www.krylon.com
• Craftstar Paint Marker: Zebra Pen, www.zebrapens.com
• Decoupage Glue: Plaid, www.plaidonline.com
• Handyman's Choice Glue: Loctite Corp., www.manco.com
• Silver Leaf Pen: Krylon, www.krylon.com
• Needlenose Pliers: Stanley, www.stanleyworks.com

Guests

Evanston Ecology Center
Summer Camp
847-864-5181
www.laddarboretum.org

Dan Heimann
US Waste Management
1633 W. Medill
Chicago, IL 60614
773-843-3360
www.wastemanagement.com

Michael Dahl
U.S. Plastic Lumber Corp.
2600 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
800-653-2784
www.usplasticlumber.com

Brett McNish
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
www.chicago_botanic.org

Chicago Department of Environment
30 N. LaSalle Suite 2500
Chicago, IL 60602
312-744-5903
www.cityofchicago.org/environment

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