New trash cans

With our core values in mind, especially our environmental responsibility, we purchased new trash/recycling combination units this year. The next time you are out you will see these stations across the course.

These new trash cans are an upgrade in several different ways. First, and most important, we now give our members the option to recycle. Though simple, this is a major improvement. In the past, there was not an option to recycle while on the golf course, so all trash generated was disposed of as trash and not separated as trash or recyclables. Bretton Woods cannot truly maintain an environmentally responsible footprint if we are not offering the opportunity to recycle wherever possible. We will also be using compostable trash bags in both the trash and recycling compartments of the new trash cans to lower our waste.

Also, these new units are much more clean and attractive than the old trash cans made of wood, and now match other units around the Bretton Woods facility. While the wooden trash cans were functional, they did not have a crisp, clean, tidy look. There will also be far less maintenance and upkeep on these new trash cans compared to the wooden versions. There may be some repairs over the years, but the wooden trash cans were getting old. We had to completely rebuild/replace several units a year along with repainting them each winter also. That labor can now be directed to other tasks.

Lastly, the new trash cans are made of recycled material themselves. There is a stamp on the side of each new trash can noting that it was made from approximately 1230 reclaimed milk jugs. Using recycled material was a key factor in our decision to purchase these specific units.

Nothing states our value of being environmentally responsible better than offering the opportunity for our golfers to recycle. Furthermore, purchasing trash cans constructed of recycled material only adds to this commitment. We hope you enjoy and utilize the new units while you are on the course.

Etiquette Reminder of the Month

Please remember to remove any bunker sand that may be stuck to your spikes before walking on the greens.

See you on the course!

Joe

jvillegas@bwrc.org