Posted on April 21, 2025
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Saturday, June 28, 2025
3-5 PM
Metro Park East Landfill
12181 NE University Ave., Mitchellville, IA
(10 miles east of the fairgrounds)
Ever wondered where your garbage goes after it leaves the curb, how yard waste becomes compost, or what happens to those old appliances you toss out?
Join us on Saturday, June 28, for a behind-the-scenes look at it all!
From 3-5 PM, we are offering a free, self-paced driving tour of Metro Park East Landfill, the largest landfill in Iowa.
The educational tour, which will take about 30 minutes to complete, will follow the journey of your garbage, recycling, and yard waste once it arrives at the site. Along the way, you'll see waste disposal zones, habitat preservation areas, and some of the landfill’s most innovative recycling efforts.
Enjoy informative audio clips at each stop, take part in a fun scavenger hunt, and get an up-close view of a garbage truck and other large equipment!
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Rules and Guidelines
- Be considerate of others and maintain a steady pace.
- Stay on the designated tour route.
- Be cautious of the vehicles around you.
- Volunteers wearing safety vests will help direct traffic if you have questions.
- Roads may be muddy due to rain.
- Have fun!
We hope to see you there!