{"id":582891,"date":"2020-11-19T20:40:41","date_gmt":"2020-11-20T01:40:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/?p=582891"},"modified":"2022-01-18T10:47:30","modified_gmt":"2022-01-18T15:47:30","slug":"eco-activity-87-jar-rinser-lid-locker-animal-protector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.earthrangers.com\/EN\/CA\/eco-activities\/eco-activity-87-jar-rinser-lid-locker-animal-protector\/","title":{"rendered":"Eco-Activity: Jar-Rinser, Lid-Locker\u2026 Animal Protector!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Today\u2019s Eco Activity: Jar-Rinser, Lid-Locker\u2026 Animal Protector!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is that new family of animal-saving super heroes on the block? IT\u2019S YOUR FAMILY! Many animals have an amazing sense of smell that can lead them to delicious dinners and fun finds\u2026 but also to your garbage bins that may contain things that can hurt them or can make them sick. Luckily there are lots of easy ways to make your waste & recycling wildlife-safe before it gets to the curb, and two of those are to become a Jar-Rinser or Lid-Locker! Start practicing these super steps today and they\u2019ll become second nature in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jar Rinser:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take a peek in your recycling bin to see if you have any containers, jars, bottles or cans that could use a rinse. It\u2019s important to properly clean your recyclables to minimize drops of tasty temptations (like pasta sauce or sugary drinks) that might lure curious critters to your bins and can also get stuck on animals\u2019 heads or paws when they reach in to get at those last morsels. Plus, this will help ensure your recyclables are ready to be sorted and treated at your local recycling plant instead of accidentaly being treated as waste!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A secure lid on your garbage, recycling, and green bins goes a long way in keeping critters out in the first place! If you don\u2019t have locking lids on your bins, try storing them in a closed shed or garage, or securing them tightly with bungee cords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget to double check what you CAN and CAN\u2019T recycle! Once you\u2019ve prepared your household waste to be safe curbside, visit your municipality\u2019s website to get a full list of items that are recyclable in your area and any special guidelines on how to treat your waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s almost the most wonderful time of year, and we\u2019ve got TONS of exciting things planned that we know you\u2019re going to love \u2013 but why wait?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now for a limited time only*, we\u2019re giving you $5 off all Plush Wildlife Adoption Kits when you use code WINTER<\/strong> at checkout!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each adoption kit purchased supports real conservation projects that make a big difference for the animals we love. Your plush package comes with a poster full of animal facts, plus a personalized certificate to display with pride – and don\u2019t forget the adorable plushy any Earth Ranger is sure to love! Check them out in the Earth Rangers Shop<\/a> today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Already an Earth Rangers member? Be sure to make your purchase through the <\/em>Earth Rangers App<\/em><\/strong><\/a> to earn the points and digital items that come with each adoption package!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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