ADOPT-A-DUMPSTER™ PARTNER & COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Reference Library
Find clear educational and program resources in seconds. Search by title, topic, audience, document type, keyword or program, then copy the Adopt-A-Dumpster™ webpage link while you are still talking with the prospect.
Featured Resources
Best starting points for common property-owner, municipal, sponsor, community and stormwater conversations.
Covered Dumpster Enclosure Guide
Property Owners • Cities
Wet Trash Complete Education Pack
Owners • Cities • Sponsors
Wet Trash Municipal Brief
Cities • Public Works
Scan Before You Dump™ Program Guide
Owners • Cities • Sponsors
Close. Cover. Protect.™ Campaign Guide
Community • Businesses • Volunteers
Before the First Rain Checklist
Owners • Facility Teams • Businesses
Recently Added NEW
Newer materials for community outreach, education and program participation.
Close. Cover. Protect.™ Campaign Guide
Community • Businesses • Volunteers
What Goes Where? Quick Guide
Businesses • Employees • Community
Before the First Rain Checklist
Owners • Facility Teams • Businesses
Founding Partner Package
Funders • Major Partners
Municipal Pilot Guide
Cities • Agencies
Organization & Nonprofit Credentials
Sponsors • Cities • Funders
10 Featured Resources to Start With
These are useful starting points selected by topic—not a popularity ranking. These starting resources are selected for usefulness to community members, property owners, partners, and city staff.
Covered Dumpster Enclosure Guide
Property Owners • Cities
Wet Trash Complete Education Pack
Owners • Cities • Sponsors
Wet Trash Municipal Brief
Cities • Public Works
60-Second Dumpster Check
Property Owners • Facility Teams
Municipal Pilot Guide
Cities • Agencies
Sponsor Opportunities Guide
Businesses • Sponsors
Founding Partner Package
Funders • Major Partners
Scan Before You Dump™ Program Guide
Owners • Cities • Sponsors
Letter of Commitment
Businesses • Cities • Partners
Before the First Rain Checklist
Owners • Facility Teams • Businesses
All Public Resources
Search matches titles, audiences, document types, programs and related keywords. Use the filters for one-tap narrowing on a phone call.
Covered Dumpster Enclosure Guide
Property Owners • Cities
Dumpster Enclosure Requirements Guide
Property Owners • Design Teams
Wet Trash Complete Education Pack
Owners • Cities • Sponsors
Wet Trash Municipal Brief
Cities • Public Works
Wet Trash 101 Guide
Owners • Community • Cities
60-Second Dumpster Check
Property Owners • Facility Teams
Municipal Pilot Guide
Cities • Agencies
Sponsor Opportunities Guide
Businesses • Sponsors
Founding Partner Package
Funders • Major Partners
Scan Before You Dump™ Program Guide
Owners • Cities • Sponsors
Letter of Commitment
Businesses • Cities • Partners
Organization & Nonprofit Credentials
Sponsors • Cities • Funders
Dumpster Area Field Photo Guide
Owners • Volunteers • Cities
Dumpster to Storm Drain Guide
Owners • Cities • Community
Close. Cover. Protect.™ Campaign Guide
Community • Businesses • Volunteers
What Goes Where? Quick Guide
Businesses • Employees • Community
Before the First Rain Checklist
Owners • Facility Teams • Businesses
New Printable Education Resources
Free shareable pages with links to the current printable originals. Browse these alongside detailed resources in the library.
Why Close the Lid?
Guide · Businesses, owners, community
Why closing outdoor dumpster lids limits exposure to rain and wind.
Recycling: Empty, Clean & Dry
Printable PDF · Employees, businesses
Simple printable guidance for reducing recycling contamination.
Organics 101
Printable PDF · Restaurants, employees
Practical separation and bin housekeeping for food scraps and organics.
Employee Breakroom Sorting Poster
Poster · Employee training
A ready-to-share workplace waste sorting reminder.
Secure Structure Alliance Education Books
Three original, unmodified environmental education books for young readers and students. Read or download the published PDFs.
Environmental Education Books
Ages 5–12 and 12+ · Free downloadable books
Wet waste, the environment, recycling and stormwater. Original publications preserved.
More Wet Trash Education
These four shareable public guides link directly to existing PDF files in the Adopt-A-Dumpster™ WordPress library.
Wet Cardboard & Recycling
Businesses · Property Owners · Cities
Why rain-soaked cardboard causes waste management problems.
Dumpster Leaks, Rust & Container Condition
Businesses · Property Owners · Cities
Spot damaged containers and learn when to report repairs.
How Rain Adds Up in Dumpsters
Businesses · Property Owners · Cities
A practical explanation of water entering outdoor waste containers.
Wet Trash 101 — Printable Guide
Businesses · Property Owners · Cities
A free introduction to stormwater and dumpster source control.
More Learning & Ways to Participate
Existing Adopt-A-Dumpster™ education and participation pages, now included in this searchable library. These link to the original webpages rather than duplicating them.
Volunteer With Adopt-A-Dumpster
Learn ways to volunteer and support the community program.
Temecula 500
Explore the local Temecula community participation initiative.
City Founders Race
Learn about the city-founding participation campaign.
Adopt My Dumpster
See how to participate in or support the Adopt-A-Dumpster™ program.
Wet Trash Myths vs. Facts
Clear up common misconceptions about rain, outdoor waste, and runoff.
What Should Never Be Hosed Into a Storm Drain?
A practical source-control guide for site maintenance teams.
Overflow & Windblown Trash
Understand and prevent overflowing bins and scattered waste.
Standing Water & Mosquitoes
Learn why standing water near waste areas deserves attention.
Food Waste + Rain
See how uncovered food waste and rainfall create avoidable site issues.
Dumpster Juice: What Is Waste-Contact Water?
Explain water that contacts waste and why its pathway matters.
Dumpster Enclosure Design
Planning considerations for commercial trash enclosure layout and access.
Dumpster Enclosures & Commercial Trash Enclosures
Broad overview of enclosure types, maintenance and site conditions.
How to Photograph a Dumpster Area
Public-facing field photo guidance for documenting a waste area.
Community Supporter Toolkit
Share the campaign and invite local participation.
Help Map America’s Trash System
Join the community mapping effort and learn how to contribute.
Municipal Dashboard
Explore the city’s public dashboard resources and program context.
Education Resource Library
Browse additional public printable educational material.