Tours of the city's landfill, composting site and recycling center are available. Discover what animals and insects need to make your backyard a home. Make a compost pile, bird feeder, plant flowers, and go on a nature walk. Topics can also be covered in a classroom setting. Worms will be brought into the classroom to view.
Students can look at finished compost.
Actual recycled products and recyclables will be examined. Landfill tour - Requires transportation to the City of Waco landfill off Hwy 84. The daily operation of the landfill will be discussed. Students will see large landfill equipment in action. Teaches about where manufactured materials come from and what resources are saved through recycling.