Education

Recycling and Rubbish Education (RARE)

The Recycling and Rubbish Education (RARE) Program teaches Butte County students about the solid waste stream and the importance of the 4R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rot!

The RARE program offers FREE in-class, educational workshops to Butte County students (K-12), community groups, after-school programs, and/or clubs. Participants may choose a workshop focused on Recycling, Composting, or Auto Oil Recycling (for community members).

RARE also coordinates a Landfill Field Trip to the Neal Road Recycling and Waste Facility. Students will get a tour from the facility’s staff and learn about everything that goes into managing the waste stream. All workshops include a closing activity, such as a recycling game, worm meet and greet, and/or construction of a mini classroom worm bin.

Workshops are tailored to students’ grade level and are designed to be fun and engaging, while upholding Education & Environment Initiative (EEI) standards.