waste management
What | How | Where
Reminders
Garbage is the number one reason bears and other scavengers are drawn to your cottage property.
Attracted by *delicious* smells, and rewarded with an easy meal, they will return...
Trash and debris left on your property can also contaminate the lake, creating hazards for wildlife as well as for swimmers and boaters.
Avoid health risks and dangerous wildlife encounters by managing your waste safely:
- store all garbage and recycling in a bear-resistant container with a tight-fitting lid, or in a secure shed or garage; do not store it in plywood boxes, old freezers or vehicles
- rinse out bottles, jars and containers before putting them in recycling bins
- keep meat scraps and grease in the fridge or freezer until garbage day
- do not stockpile garbage; take it to an approved waste disposal site regularly, and never leave it on your property when you return to your home
- never burn garbage, it pollutes the air and attracts animals
- do not put meat, fish or sweet food (including fruit) in your outdoor composter
The following table presents guidelines, locations and hours for both Highlands East and Dysart et al waste facilities. As of June, 2022, owners who access their properties from Koshlong Lake Road will be able to use facilities in either municipality.
Highlands East | Dysart et al |
Access / AdmittanceHousehold garbageRecyclingClick the image to download Remember to rinse out all containers before placing them in recycling bins Construction WasteHazardous WasteOther Waste?LOCATIONSHOURSVary by location & season - click links for current hours | Owners: Waste disposal cards are mailed with tax bills and are valid for 3 years Renters: Cottage Rental kits may be purchased for $5.00 including one-time pass, clear and blue bags, location map and recycling guide Must be placed in CLEAR plastic bags only Accepted at Highlands or Dysart facilities during all operating hours  Tory Hill and Highway 28 locations only (see below); Fees apply | Owners: Landfill identification user cards are mailed with tax bill; request a new/replacement owner card Renters must purchase a one-time user pass at any of the 5 facilities (listed below) for $5.00 Must be placed in CLEAR plastic bags only Accepted at all Dysart facilities during all operating hours
Harcourt, Haliburton & West Guilford facilities (see below); Fees apply |
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Thanks to KLA member Rob Horsburgh for his photograph of Wallace Island used as the background photo throughout this site