Seasonal Yard Waste Drop-Off
May 1-31 and October 1-31 | Available during open hours
Participate in our FREE spring and fall yard waste drop-off programs. Residents of Shakopee, Prior Lake, Savage, Chaska, Louisville Township, and SMSC team members can bring brush, leaves, and other yard clippings for free throughout the months of May and October. Participants must show ID or SMSC team member badge.
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Free Christmas Tree Drop-Off
Dec 26, 2025 - Jan 24, 2026 | Available during open hours
Compost your Christmas tree—drop off your tree and we’ll do the rest!
Accepted items: Holiday trees, garlands, and spruce tops. Items must be free of all non-compostable materials, including decorations, flocking, tinsel, and wire
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Free Pumpkin Drop-Off
Nov 1-15, 2025 | Available during open hours
Held annually for the two weeks following Halloween, our pumpkin drop-off program allows residents to recycle their pumpkins and gourds during regular business hours—free of charge. Items must be free of all non-compostable materials, including decorations and candles.
The drop-off program diverts thousands of pounds of pumpkins from the landfill and contributes to the creation of our high-quality compost.
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