Because change starts with the right tools in the right hands.
We recommend using reusable or sustainable gear whenever possible. Here are a few volunteer-tested favorites:
Trash Bags – Recycled plastic or biodegradable options (not ideal for wet or heavy cleanups)
Reusable Gloves/Vests – Sustainable Safety Supplies
Buckets – Repurposed 5-gallon buckets (kitty litter bucket) to reduce bag use.
Grabbers/Pickers – Optional but handy, especially for sharps
🧪 Sharps Disposal Sites – Shasta County Sharps Disposal & Exchange
💊 Medicine Drop-Off Locations – Find a Safe Disposal Site
🧯 Safety Guidelines – View Volunteer Safety Guide (PDF)
🧼 After-Cleanup Hygiene Tips – Hygiene Tips (PDF)
Let It Rot! by Stu Campbell
Composting at home and how to reduce organic waste.
Plastic-Free by Beth Terry
Practical tips for reducing plastic use in daily life.
The Zero-Waste Lifestyle by Amy Korst
Sustainable living without the guilt or overwhelm.
Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough & Michael Braungart
A hopeful vision for waste-free design and innovation
Garbology by Edward Humes
What America throws away—and how to fix it.
Cigarette & Small Plastic/Plastic Bag Recycling
“Let’s Make Trash Extinct” (Coastal Cleanup Tips)
Plastic Bag Recycling (Plastic bags can also be donated to your local food bank or second hand store, please call ahead of time to insure they are accepting bags.)