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5 Days Per Week Sales Going Well

Hello Island Community… As you may have heard the Exchange has returned to 5 sales days per week as part...
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Update: Plastic Bag Ban

Jan 1 Update: Governor Inslee has delayed the implementation of the plastic bag ban citing supply chain issues affecting retailers'...
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New Glass Crusher on The Way

Thanks to your support over the last year, we have placed a $57,000 down payment on a new glass crushing...
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Exchange Loses Outlet for Excess Clothing

The Exchange has always received A LOT of clothes. A lot of bedding. Towels. Bags and shoes. Textiles. Way more...
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INSPIRATION

Spring Material and Tool Recycling at The Exchange

The arrival of spring means warmer weather, spring cleaning, as well as home, yard, and garden projects. If you’re doing...
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Lotioncrafter Offers Up FREE Barrels

Lotioncrafter LLC, is a local, raw cosmetic materials distributor. We receive a lot of materials in 55-gallon drums, both plastic...
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Have You Seen the Exchange Gallery Yet?

Over the past year or two, we have had some amazing artworks and collectables donated to us by some our...
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A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Volunteers

Our docents have done a super job this year working at the “Z-wall” to help customers understand how to correctly...
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KNOWLEDGE

One More Resolution?

This is an easy one to keep--and it does not cost you anything. If you use Amazon, whether occasionally or...
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Where does our e-waste go?

We were asked recently where the electronics recycling for Orcas goes, so we decided to go check it out. Turns...
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What is Zero Waste?

Our mission at Orcas Recycling Services / The Exchange is to build a zero waste community through service, education and...
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Drink Out of Aluminum!

No other container can match the energy savings and value that aluminum brings to recycling. Not only is the packaging...
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Repost @stoltz.kau.architects . . . . From the Ar

Repost @stoltz.kau.architects
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From the Archives. We remodeled this outbuilding into a tiny living space, relying heavily on The Exchange (our local re-use facility) for salvaged and repurposed building materials.
Crow Valley, Orcas Island
Built by Moran Hodge Construction
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Our community is AMAZING! Thanks to everyone who h

Our community is AMAZING! Thanks to everyone who helped fund our grant with Orcas Community Resource Center in LESS THAN 48 HOURS! Please continue donating to all the other great projects and check out some of the fun one-day only events that really put the bang in your buck! LINK IN BIO.
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It's time for #GiveOrcas 2021! In partnership wi

It's time for #GiveOrcas 2021! In partnership with the Orcas Community Resource Center, we are seeking funding for seventy $50 Exchange gift cards that will be distributed by OCRC to qualifying Island clients to help them meet their basic household needs! Support locally and donate thru the link in our bio!
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Shout out to @discovery_sea_kayaks Sea Kayak Tours

Shout out to @discovery_sea_kayaks Sea Kayak Tours for participating in the #GICU2021 via ebikes!! Thanks to all who helped clean up our islands. We'll share all the details of what was picked up soon!

On our Online Store: Mens Asolo Gore-tex Suede Hik

On our Online Store: Mens Asolo Gore-tex Suede Hiking Shoes Size US14.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/184753826626?hash=item2b042fab42:g:~EEAAOSwxndgYQWU
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Hello Island Community… As you may have heard t

Hello Island Community…

As you may have heard the Exchange has returned to 5 sales days per week as part of our Phase 3 Covid protocol. We are currently open for SALES Thursday through Monday 10am-4pm each week. Our hope is to spread out the crowds a bit and avoid waiting lines to enter the store. We have also raised our capacity to 20 shoppers at a time in the building, which should also help. While we can’t guarantee no wait, the intent is to improve wait time on those popular mid-afternoon weekend days. Customers seem to be happy that we are back open for sales 5 days as it takes some of the schedule guess work out of the equation.

This update only applies to SALES at the Exchange. Donations are still restricted to Fridays and Sundays only, and reservations are required for car loads. If you have just a box or two of items, we are happy to take a look without a reservation, as long as it is on a Friday or Sunday.

Thanks so much for your patience and understanding as our Team strives to keep the Exchange open and functional.

Jeff Ludwig/Exchange Manager

Before you head out to take part in the Great Isla

Before you head out to take part in the Great Islands Clean-up (on Orcas), make sure and check out these map to see what’s already been covered (highlighted in red). #GICU2021

TOMORROW IS THE GREAT ISLANDS CLEAN UP!! Grabbers,

TOMORROW IS THE GREAT ISLANDS CLEAN UP!! Grabbers, gloves, bags, and safety vests will be available for pickup at The Exchange today and Saturday. Collected trash can be taken to the transfer station with information on where you cleaned up and the number of hours you volunteered. Head to this link to earn how we're CLEANING UP TIRES this year!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/spring-2021-great-islands-clean-up-happening-april-24th/
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In the next few weeks, don’t be surprised if a v

In the next few weeks, don’t be surprised if a volunteer at the transfer station asks you if they can weigh your garbage or recycling can. In order for ORS to accurately track the volume of the island’s trash and recycling, we need to periodically get the average weight of the cans coming into the station. We will NOT be looking inside, or tracking customer information in anyway—just writing down the weight. Thanks for your cooperation!
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“Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorit

“Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorite song, you go ahead , let your hair down.” -C.B. Rae
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We try hard to be clear AND fun but if you ever ha

We try hard to be clear AND fun but if you ever have a question about where something goes, just ask! We are always happy to help.
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Let the Spring cleaning begin! . . . #springcleani

Let the Spring cleaning begin!
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We may be physically closed today but you can stil

We may be physically closed today but you can still shop our online stores!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/online-sales/

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Make an appointment to come shop in The Exchange L

Make an appointment to come shop in The Exchange Loft Gallery!
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These boots are made for walking...and they are av

These boots are made for walking...and they are available here at The Exchange! Drop in today and do some shopping!
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Tires found on roads and beaches can be brought in

Tires found on roads and beaches can be brought in as GICU garbage this year! If you find one you can't get to, contact your Island Organizer below and let them know where it is! Hope to see you all out there!

**Island Organizers**
San Juan: Katie Fleming (katie@sanjuans.org)

Orcas: Pete Moe (pete@exchangeorcas.org / 376-4089)

Shaw: Jennifer Woodbridge (outsidelanguage1@gmail.com)

Lopez: James Skeet Townley (jtownley@blm.gov / 509-860-3972)
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Always fun finds in the trash! . . . #apothecaryja

Always fun finds in the trash!
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That’s right! We’re reopening 5 days a week fo

That’s right! We’re reopening 5 days a week for shopping starting April 1st!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/no-april-fools-joke-exchange-to-re-open-5-days-week/
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GREAT ISLANDS CLEAN UP will be happening on April

GREAT ISLANDS CLEAN UP will be happening on April 24th!! Save the Date!
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TOMORROW! Household Hazardous Waste Round-up! 10am

TOMORROW! Household Hazardous Waste Round-up! 10am-2pm at ORS/The Exchange!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/household-hazardous-waste/

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Local Orcas Island business, Locationcrafter, is o

Local Orcas Island business, Locationcrafter, is offering free barrels to islanders needing them for personal projects. Learn more:
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/lotioncrafter-offers-up-free-barrels/
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THIS WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY we’ll be holding Hou

THIS WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY we’ll be holding Household Hazardous Waste Round-ups! Wednesday, March 17th from 10am to 1pm and Saturday, March 20, 2021 from 10am to 2pm. Round-ups are County/ORS funded events for HOUSEHOLDS only. If you are a business you must download the form on this page and register in advance. http://www.exchangeorcas.org/household-hazardous-waste/
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The Realities of Plastic Recycling. http://www.ex

The Realities of Plastic Recycling.

http://www.exchangeorcas.org/the-realities-of-plastic-recycling/
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With all the cooking ware we’ve got available, m

With all the cooking ware we’ve got available, makes us wonder what your favorite wintertime recipe is?
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Getting ready for some spring planting? You might

Getting ready for some spring planting? You might need this! Available on our Online Store.
https://exchange-store.shopsettings.com/Clay-Figure-Planter-p283214082

We’ve got a couple events coming up that you’l

We’ve got a couple events coming up that you’ll want to get on your calendar!

-March 17th (10am-1pm) and March 20th (10am-2pm): Household Hazardous Waste Round-ups

-April 24th: Spring 2021 Great Islands Clean Up

http://www.exchangeorcas.org/household-hazardous-waste/
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Why aluminum is a good choice for recyclability.

Why aluminum is a good choice for recyclability.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/drink-out-of-aluminum/
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We’re closed again today due to snow. Happy Vale

We’re closed again today due to snow. Happy Valentines Day!

Closed today because of all this white stuff! Stay

Closed today because of all this white stuff! Stay safe and warm.

Now on the Online Store - this beautiful Japanese

Now on the Online Store - this beautiful Japanese Basket.
https://exchange-store.shopsettings.com/Japanese-Basket-p283195146
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#tbt turning trash into fashion. . . . #trashionf

#tbt turning trash into fashion.
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A jellyfish made from reused plastic packing mater

A jellyfish made from reused plastic packing material flying high in a parade a few years ago. Who misses parades! ✋🏽
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We are closed the next couple days but you can fin

We are closed the next couple days but you can find all sorts of great items on our Locals Only online store including a set of 4 J.L. Moller Side Chairs. https://exchange-store.shopsettings.com/set-of-4-J-L-Moller-Models-side-chair-p283195185

J.L. Moller was founded by famous Danish furniture designer Niels Otto Moller in 1944. Moller chairs became a coveted dining room feature in the 50s and 60s, during the height of the mid-century design era.
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Head over to the website and sign-up for our newsl

Head over to the website and sign-up for our newsletter.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/newsletter
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We are all about those mittens made from recycled

We are all about those mittens made from recycled wool. Thank you, Bernie.
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What is that ONE item you’ve always hoped you wo

What is that ONE item you’ve always hoped you would find at The Exchange, but never have???
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One More Resolution? If you do any shopping on Ama

One More Resolution? If you do any shopping on Amazon.com, consider adding Orcas Recycling Services as the non-profit 0.5% of your purchase price goes to thru their AmazonSmile program. Just follow the instructions in this blog!
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/one-more-resolution/
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Did You Know? Over 90% of all products shipped in

Did You Know? Over 90% of all products shipped in the US are shipped in corrugated boxes, which totals more than 400 billion square feet of cardboard.
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We are excited to have Nancy Schafer join our Boar

We are excited to have Nancy Schafer join our Board! The diverse background and experience she brings will be a huge addition to our team. Read more about Nancy and all our Board Members at
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/board-members/
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We're closed today but you can still peruse our on

We're closed today but you can still peruse our online store. We've got lots of video games available!
https://exchange-store.shopsettings.com/Video-Games-c48264365
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Here’s to a NEW YEAR!! . . . #orcasisland #sanju

Here’s to a NEW YEAR!!
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Have you checked out The Exchange Loft Art Gallery

Have you checked out The Exchange Loft Art Gallery?

https://exchange-store.shopsettings.com/The-Exchange-Loft-Art-Gallery-c49596031
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Don't miss any news! Sign-up for our monthly newsl

Don't miss any news! Sign-up for our monthly newsletter. Link in bio.
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Drop off your dried-out Christmas tree at the tran

Drop off your dried-out Christmas tree at the transfer station for no charge. We’ll add it to our green waste compost pile. Just make sure it completely free of ornaments, tinsel, etc.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/drop-off-your-xmas-tree-for-free/
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Grateful for this community and thankful for all o

Grateful for this community and thankful for all of you! Hope your Holidays are filled with joy and peace!
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All you need to know about garbage on Orcas. http

All you need to know about garbage on Orcas.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/solid-waste/
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Our docents have done a super job this year workin

Our docents have done a super job this year working at the “Z-wall” to help customers understand how to correctly separate cardboard for recycling. Our customers get it and we have very little contamination in the cardboard bin. The docents also offer explanations on the shortcomings of co-mingling recyclables, what can go in the aluminum bins, and that sometimes stuff that looks like it “should recycle” is just simply trash.

With the inclement weather upon us, you may not see docents as often, but we will be back in the spring. We will be explaining glass separation than to feed our new glass crusher. This will be a major step for ORS and our docents will be an important part of our early success.

The docents are too humble to let me identify them in print and would not let me post photos, but I think they will be OK with recognizing them by first name. To Kathi, Marty, Dave, Barbara, John, and Nancy: On behalf of our Board of Directors and all the staff of the transfer station, we thank you sincerely for your dedication, perseverance, and loyalty as a docent for Orcas Recycling Service. We look forward to working together further in 2021. Now if you could each recruit one new docent.

-Jim “Duff” Duffield, President, ORS Board of Directors
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Before heading out to buy cards and wrapping paper

Before heading out to buy cards and wrapping paper, consider some reuse options.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/a-new-year-resolution-conscious-gift-wrap/
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Welcome new Board Member, Jared Lovejoy! Learn mor

Welcome new Board Member, Jared Lovejoy! Learn more about Jared as well as our other Board Members here:
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/board-members/
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Washington Plastic Bag Ban goes in effect on Jan 1

Washington Plastic Bag Ban goes in effect on Jan 1, 2021.
http://www.exchangeorcas.org/washington-plastic-bag-ban-goes-into-effect-jan-1/
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