Buy durable flatware or dishes at garage sales and save them for parties. Reuse Borrow washable dishes and supplies. If you do use plastic silverware, plates and glasses, wash them to reuse. Rent Rent party supplies like plates, glasses, tables and chairs instead of purchasing single-use items that then get thrown in the trash. Pesticides Read labels and follow directions.
Store pesticides out of reach of children and pets.
Reduce Buy only what you need and look for products with natural, organic ingredients. Use natural ways to control insects and pest. For example, wear light clothing, long sleeves and pants or use netting to keep pests away. Reuse Use up products as intended or give to a friend, relative or neighbor to use properly. Disposal See Drop Off Centers .