My Town: Time to trash the tree! Free Christmas tree recycling locations
Christmas is over, which means it’s time to trash the tree.
Many municipalities are offering free tree recycling services to residents with a natural tree. Some communities are planning to put the trees through a chipper and use the remnants to cover park trails and other green spaces. Here is the schedule for live tree drop-offs:
Ada Township (Through Jan. 12)
- Ada Township Park, from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Alpine Township (Through Jan. 31)
- Behind Township Hall, 5255 Alpine Ave. NW
Cannon Township (Through Jan. 10)
- West side of the township building; RHS Honor Society will help unload trees Jan. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (donations encouraged)
Courtland Township (Through Jan. 31)
- Fire Station #1 on 14 Mile Road