There is nothing quite like the smell of a Douglas fir to get you in the holiday spirit. But when it's time to vacuum the pine needles, consider one of the holiday tree recycling drop off locations below.
For $10 you can support the Boy Scouts of America and have Troop 233 pick up your tree and bring it to either the Cedar Park or Leander recycling area. Go to
www.troop233leander.org for details and to schedule your pick-up.
Cedar Park
The city of Cedar Park turns holiday trees into mulch and uses them for landscaping at city parks and facilities. Drop-off is free. Participants receive a free seedling while supplies last for recycling their holiday tree. All decorations, ornaments and stands must be removed.
When: Jan. 7 from 9 a.m.-noon.
Where: Parks & Recreation Center parking lot, 1435 Main St., Cedar Park.
Contact: 512-401-5500.
www.cedarparktexas.gov
Leander
Leander Parks and Recreation Department offers free holiday tree recycling. All decorations, ornaments and stands must be removed. The Parks and Recreation Department uses the recycled trees as mulch in the city parks for trails and landscape beds.
When: Dec. 26-Jan. 17 from 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: Robin Bledsoe Park, 601 S. Bagdad St., Leander
Contact: 512-528-9909.
www.leandertx.gov/parksrec
