August 27th, 2010
Ewww! You might think. Dumpster diving? Climbing into a big box full of people’s trash is not for everyone, but that’s not what dumpster divers really do anyway. By using some common sense and keeping your wits about you, you’ll find used but useful items, some of which may even be valuable. It’s an environmentally sustainable practice that saves money and reduces landfill waste. Here are some tips for embarking on your treasure hunt:
Getting Over the “Ick” Factor
Yes, it is gross to throw yourself into an oversized trashcan. That’s why dumpster divers stay outside the dumpster and use poles or other retrieval instruments to pick through the dumpster.
