June 4 2016, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Landfill 50th anniversary open house. Where does your garbage and green waste go after it's picked up? Join us for a fun-filled day at the Vancouver Landfill and find out! This year marks the Vancouver Landfill's 50th anniversary. Join us for cake and learn more about what makes us a world-class facility.. Event highlightsNote: The Landfill is not easily accessible by public transit. If you do not have access to a vehicle, find a friend or family member to carpool with.The landfill open house is a fun-filled event for the whole family!Highlights for all ages include Guided bus tours of the Landfill (wheelchair accessible) Sit in a Landfill bulldozer or compactor Discover how landfill gas is collected and used to make electricity and heat Meet the trained hawks and other members of the Bird Control team Visit interactive displays on Zero Waste and environmental protection Pot a plant and take home a bag of compost for your garden Free food, refreshments, and cakeChildren in particular will enjoyCraft creations with a junkologistA giant sandboxFace paintingBalloon twistingWhat to bringA reusable water bottle to fill at our drinking water stationSunscreen and hatsStrollers, walkers, and other mobility equipment as needed – the event grounds are flat and paved and there is a supervised storage location for equipment during bus toursYour appetite for food and learningWhat not to bringPetsChairs and umbrellas – we will have plenty of seating and shade..
Event Details. Location:
5400 72nd Street, Delta, Vancouver