Summerdale, Ala.
— The Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) of Baldwin County recently
launched its Waste and Recycling Mobile Adventure, a 24-foot hands-on environmental education
trailer designed to engage Baldwin County residents of all ages, for schools, events and
neighborhoods across the Gulf Coast. The Mobile Adventure has already hit the road this summer
visiting the Town of Silverhill Alabama’s Back-to-School Bash, the Bay Minette Rotary Club, and the
Baldwin County Commission’s America 250th Celebration at the Daphne Civic Center, with several
additional visits scheduled this year.
Upcoming stops for the trailer include the Jubilee Festival of Arts on October 17 and 18 at Lott Park
in Daphne, and The North Baldwin Chamber’s Christmas Fest on December 11 and 12 at the Bay
Minette Downtown Square.
Featuring five interactive learning stations, each offering activities and real-world demonstrations,
the education trailer will support SWDA’s recycling, waste management, and sustainability
education and outreach efforts in Baldwin County and surrounding areas. Visitors to the Mobile
Adventure can expect:
● Interactive stations explaining proper material sorting and recycling processes
● Age-friendly educational materials for students, families, and community groups
● Onsite staff to guide activities and answer questions
“We’re excited to offer a fun, accessible way for residents of all ages to learn what really happens
when they recycle,
” said Terri Graham, CEO of SWDA,
“This mobile classroom allows us to
continue to raise awareness and educate our community about the importance of recycling and all
the ways we can work together as a community for a cleaner, more sustainable Baldwin County.
”
SWDA received the maximum grant award of $148,752.00, from the Alabama Department of
Environmental Management (ADEM) to expand its recycling education and community outreach
efforts with the Waste and Recycling Mobile Adventure. ADEM serves as the administrative agency
for recycling projects funded under the Alabama Recycling Fund Grant Program.
The Mobile Adventure will be available for school visits, community events, festivals, and outreach
programs throughout the year. For more information on the Waste and Recycling Mobile Adventure,
scheduling inquiries and SWDA’s environmental and educational outreach efforts, please visit
https://baldwincountyswda.org/education-outreach/ or contact Director of Marketing Kathryn Fuller
at Kathryn.fuller@baldwincountyswda.org.
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About the Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County (SWDA)
The Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) of Baldwin County is a public utility dedicated to advancing
sustainable waste management solutions that protect the environment and improve quality of life for residents
across Baldwin County. SWDA oversees a range of services including municipal waste disposal, recycling
programs, and the development of innovative facilities such as the new Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)
and CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) sites. With a focus on education, accessibility, and
long-term impact, SWDA works in partnership with local municipalities to offer practical, responsible solutions
that keep recyclable materials out of landfills and support a cleaner, greener future for Baldwin County. Learn
more at www.baldwincountyswda.org.
