Christmas Tree Recycling And Curbside Pick-up In Toms River

TOMS RIVER, NJ — If you just took down your Christmas tree over the weekend, or if you're holding out a little longer, Toms River officials say there are two options for residents on getting rid of them once you've removed the decorations.

The township is urging residents to recycle their Christmas trees by taking them to any one of the township's parks, where the trees are turned into wood chips:

• Skyview Park, Vaughn Avenue
• Riverwood Park, Riverwood Avenue
• Silverton Park, Maine Street
• Bayside Park, Bay Blvd., Ortley Beacb
• Bey Lea Park, Tennis Court and Parking Lot
• Chadwick Beach Park, Strickland Boulevard
• Money Island Park, Longfellow Avenue
• Winding River Park, south end off Route 37 west
• Toms River Township Recycling Center, Church Road

Ornament and tinsel-free trees only and no plastic bags will be accepted, but officials urge you to recycle your Christmas trees to help the township save landfill tipping fees.

The Public Works Department will collect Christmas trees from Jan. 16 through Feb. 2. Place the trees at the curb for collection. After Feb. 2, all trees must be dropped off at the Recycling Convenience Center on Church Road.

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