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Please note: Due to recent harsh weather conditions, the Christmas tree recycling program has been extended through January 22. Christmas tree

Larimer County residents can drop off their Christmas trees at the Larimer County Landfill free of charge from December 26 to January 15. The trees will be recycled into mulch, which will be available free to residents in the spring.

Trees must be "cleaned up" before being dropped off. This means all lights, tinsel, garland, plastic wrap, tree stands, wire, rope, nails, and any other foreign materials must be removed from the trees before recycling. Flocked trees (those decorated with fake snow) CANNOT be recycled.

We will also be collecting trees from Wellington residents; a drop-off site will be available at the corner of 6th and Grant. The City of Fort Collins is hosting additional drop-off sites for Christmas trees in the Fort Collins area.

Also accepted for recycling all year round is wrapping paper, packaging paper and greeting cards. These materials may be placed in your curbside bin or in the paperboard bin at the recycling drop-off, also located at the landfill. Corrugated cardboard can be recycled here, as well. If recycling cardboard in your curbside bin, it must be flattened and broken down to 2 ft. x 2 ft. or smaller. Foil wrapping paper and Styrofoam are NOT accepted. More details about what can be recycled in Larimer County is available on our website.

Any other trash will be charged regular landfill fees. The landfill and recycling center are located at 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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