The trees will be processed into mulch and Reserve Compost.
Frederick, Md (KM) Here’s a reminder for those who still haven’t disposed of their Christmas trees. The Frederick County Division of Solid Waste and Recycling says Monday, January 20th is the last day the six drop off centers will be open for Christmas tree recycling.
They are the Reichs Ford Road Yard Waste Recycling Site at 9031 Reichs Ford Rd., Frederick; Ballenger Creek Park (second parking lot to the left) at 5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick; Eyler Road Park (fenced off area to the right), 30 Eyler Rd., Thurmont; Kemptown Park (lower left parking lot), 3456B Kemptown Church Rd., Monrovia; the Point of Rocks Ruritan Club (left side of the parking lot), 1637 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks; and Remsburg Park (first parking lot on the left), 7408 Holter Rd., Middletown.. .
The county says they must be live trees, and all lights, ornaments and tinsel should be removed.
The old trees will be processed into mulch and Reserve Compost which can be used for agricultural, commercial and residential uses. The county says Reserve Compost meets EPA standards for direct food application. It’s sold year round at the Reichs Ford Road site for $15 a ton.
By Kevin McManus