A Golden Isles holiday tradition continues with Keep Brunswick-Golden Isles Beautiful’s annual
Bring One for the Chipper
Bring One for the Chipper Christmas tree recycling campaign. Residents can deposit their trees at designated sites on Saturday, January 3 from 9am-4pm. Local sites include the Home Depot, Howard Coffin Park, Tidelands Nature Center and the St. Simons, Exit 29 and New Jesup Highway Winn Dixie locations. Information on seven additional drop-off sites available from December 26 through January 9 can be found on the KBGIB website. (St. Simons Island location is Airport at Demere Rd, 1921 Demere Road).
“For many local families, this annual recycling activity is a holiday tradition that offers an easy solution for tree disposal and promotes a sustainable community. Georgians all across the state have supported this effort for over 20 years,” said Lea King-Badyna, KBGIB executive director.
Christmas tree recycling programs like Chipper support eco-friendly holiday efforts that have a greater influence, and Chipper trees will be recycled into fuel, mulch and fish habitats. According to the National Christmas Tree Association, 98% of real Christmas trees are grown on farms throughout all 50 states and Canada. Real trees are a renewable, recyclable resource. On average, for each tree harvested, three seedlings are planted in its place. An estimated 40-45 million Christmas trees are planted annually throughout North America, absorbing carbon dioxide, producing oxygen and supporting local economies.
“The Chipper effort is a great opportunity for parents to talk to their children about the importance of caring for the environment, and we encourage Golden Isles residents to support and become involved in KBGIB’s many local projects year round,” added King-Badyna.
