Where does your recycling really go? Far West Recycling Walking Tour
Ever wonder what really happens to your recyclables after they leave the curb?
Step behind the scenes and see it for yourself.
Join us for an exclusive tour of Far West Recycling, a material recovery facility (MRF) where the region’s recyclables are sorted, processed, and prepared for their next life.
During this indoor/outdoor walking tour, you’ll get an up-close look at how their recycling system works and what it takes to turn discarded materials into usable resources.
You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of:
How recycling is sorted and processed in real time
What truly belongs in the recycling stream (and what doesn’t)
How your everyday choices impact waste reduction and the circular economy
This is an eye-opening look at the journey of materials from the curbside bin to their next life as new products.
Tour Schedule
Please note: We’ll be on our feet for up to 75 minutes.
10:30 AM — Welcome, overview, and safety gear distribution
10:45 AM — Guided walk through the facility
11:00 AM — View baled materials ready for shipment
11:30 AM — Observe the sorting line in action
12:00 PM — Tour concludes
Please note: photos and videos will be taken during the event.