Education Kits, Handouts and Resources
Dakota County provides resources for residents, teachers, students, community groups and other organizations to help with waste reduction and recycling.
Recycling education resources
Reserve free education kits on recycling, composting and reducing waste. Each kit contains props, talking points and handouts. After you complete your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email and instructions on how to pick up your items at the Western Service Center in Apple Valley.
Dakota County has several handouts to help educate residents on various topics. Education kit reservations come with handouts related to the topic.
Guide for residents on waste reduction, reuse, recycling, food scraps, bulky materials, household hazardous waste and more.
Recycling Guide (Spanish)
Guide for residents on what to recycle at home and how.
Recycling Zone Brochure
Guide for residents on what is accepted at the Recycling Zone and what to expect when dropping off items.
Other handouts available upon request:
- Reduce and reuse guide
- Food scraps drop-off program
- Sharps disposal
- Vape disposal
Recycling at events
Help make your next event low-waste with free event resources.
Water education resources
Help protect our water with these educational tools and activities.