Join Us in Building a Greener Northern Michigan
Summer is one of the busiest seasons at BARC, and we’re excited to spend the coming months helping communities across Northern Michigan recycle more, reduce waste, and keep valuable materials out of landfills.
From e-waste collection events and recycling drives to community festivals and educational outreach, our summer calendar is packed with opportunities to make a positive impact. Whether you’re dropping off old electronics, learning more about responsible recycling, or visiting us at a local event, every action helps create a cleaner, more sustainable future.
June Events
Leelanau Electronic Waste Days
June 13, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM
3375 W. Burdickville Road, Maple City
Got old computers, televisions, printers, or other electronics collecting dust? Bring them to Leelanau E-Waste Day for safe and responsible recycling. Properly recycling electronics helps recover valuable materials while preventing harmful substances from entering the environment.
M22 Challenge
June 13, 2026
BARC is proud to support the M22 Challenge by helping participants and spectators recycle throughout the event. Large community gatherings create significant waste, and recycling stations help ensure valuable materials are recovered instead of discarded.
Leland Wine Festival
June 13, 2026 | 12 PM – 6 PM
Leland, Michigan
We’re excited to help keep one of Leelanau County’s favorite summer events sustainable. By providing recycling services at the festival, BARC helps reduce event waste and encourages attendees to make environmentally responsible choices while enjoying local wineries and beautiful lakefront views.
Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Beer Festival
June 13, 2026 | 1 PM – 6 PM
Riverside Park, Ypsilanti
As thousands of visitors gather to celebrate Michigan craft beer, BARC will be working behind the scenes to ensure recyclable materials are collected and diverted from the landfill. Sustainable event management plays an important role in reducing the environmental impact of large festivals.
Benzie County E-Waste Collection
June 20, 2026 | 9 AM – 1 PM
Frankfort High School
Residents of Benzie County can safely dispose of unwanted electronics during this annual collection event. Recycling electronics conserves resources, protects the environment, and keeps hazardous materials out of local landfills.
Leelanau County Household Hazardous Waste Event
June 20, 2026 | 8 AM – 1 PM
3375 W. Burdickville Road, Maple City
Many household products require special handling and disposal. This HHW event provides residents with a safe way to dispose of items such as paint, chemicals, cleaners, and other hazardous materials, helping protect local water, soil, and wildlife.
Elk Rapids Super Recycling Day
June 27, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM
315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids
One of our favorite community events of the summer, Super Recycling Day gives residents an easy opportunity to recycle a wide range of materials. These events make recycling more accessible and help keep reusable resources circulating within our economy.
July Events
Tour de TART
July 17, 2026 | 4 PM – 9 PM
Leelanau Trail
Cycling and sustainability go hand in hand. BARC is proud to participate in Tour de TART, supporting an event that promotes active transportation, healthy lifestyles, and appreciation for Northern Michigan’s incredible natural resources.
Sustainability Starts with Community
Every item recycled, every electronic diverted from the landfill, and every conversation about sustainability helps create a stronger, healthier community. We hope you’ll join us at one or more of these events this summer. Together, we can reduce waste, conserve resources, and continue building a more sustainable future for generations to come.
Planning an Event? Let Us Help You Make It Zero Waste!
Whether you’re organizing a community festival, race, fundraiser, concert, fair, or private event, BARC can help you reduce waste and increase recycling. Our team provides recycling solutions for events of all sizes, helping organizers divert valuable materials from the landfill while creating a cleaner experience for attendees. Contact BARC today to learn how we can help make your next public or private event more sustainable.