Recycling & Disposal Guide: Outdoor Tents & Inflatable Items

✅ Recycling & Reuse Options:

🏕 Outdoor Tents:

• Donate Usable Tents: If your tent is in good condition, donate it to homeless shelters, scout groups, or outdoor recreation programs.

• Repair & Repurpose: Many outdoor gear stores, like REI, offer tent repair services. You can also repurpose fabric for tarps, bags, or DIY projects.

• Textile Recycling: Some fabric recycling programs accept tent materials (check with TerraCycle or local textile recyclers).

• Metal Parts Recycling: If your tent has aluminum or steel poles, they can be recycled at scrap metal facilities.

🚫 Not Accepted in Regular Curbside Recycling

• Most tents and inflatables are made of mixed materials (nylon, polyester, PVC, plastic coatings), which are not recyclable in standard curbside bins.

• Vinyl & PVC items (like pool floats and bounce houses) are difficult to recycle and should be disposed of responsibly.

🛠 Best Disposal Option for Non-Recyclable Items:

• Landfill: If beyond repair, dispose of them in regular trash.

• Check with Local Waste Services: Some areas have designated drop-off locations for specialty plastics.