1/14/26 @ 11:45 a.m.

​​Nassau County Solid Waste will host their next Waste Tire Amnesty Day on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Convenience Recycle Center located at 46026 Landfill Road in Callahan. 

This event allows Nassau County residents to safely dispose of up to 15 light car or truck tires for proper recycling. There is no cost to participate, however you will be required to show proof of residency. 

All tires must be off the rim and free of debris. No commercial loads will be accepted. 

WHAT: Waste Tire Amnesty Day
WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. - noon (or until trailer reaches capacity, whichever comes first)
WHERE: 46026 Landfill Road, Callahan, FL 

If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Solid Waste at (904) 530-6700.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

1/20/26 @ 9:00 a.m. 

🚫 No Bags in Recycling Bins! ♻️

Bagging your recyclables in plastic may seem helpful—but it actually causes contamination and can send everything to the landfill.

✅ Place recyclables loose in the bin at all County-operated drop-off sites
❌ No plastic grocery bags or trash bags

Let’s keep our recycling clean and effective in Nassau County!

📄 Download the Residential Recycling Guide: https://nassaufl.co/recycling

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

12/2/25 @ 9:00 a.m. - 

The holiday season is full of giving, gathering—and let’s be honest—a lot of extra waste. From shipping boxes and wrapping paper to leftovers and packaging, it can really add up. The good news? With a little planning and help from local resources, you can keep your holidays festive and eco-friendly. Nassau County residents can take advantage of our convenient recycling drop-off sites and use the downloadable Residential Recycling Guide to make waste-wise choices all season long. (Spanish-language Guide also available.)
 
1. Tackle the Tower of Boxes
Online shopping ramps up during the holidays, and so does the pile of shipping boxes. Before recycling remove all packing materials (plastic film, bubble wrap, Styrofoam), and flatten boxes to save space in the recycling bin. Both corrugated cardboard (shipping boxes) and boxboard (like tissue or cereal boxes) are recyclable when clean and dry.

2. Holiday Tech Upgrades? Recycle the Rest!
Upgrading your TV, computer, or tablet this season? Don’t toss old electronics in the trash—they contain materials that can be hazardous to the environment. County residents can drop off electronics for recycling at the Convenience Recycling Center. Tube TVs can also be dropped off at this location for waste disposal.
 
Batteries (especially lithium-ion) are not safe for recycling. They can cause fires in trucks and facilities—never place these items in recycling bins.
 
3. Out With the Old: What to Do with Household Goods
Decluttering this holiday season? Whether you’re making room for new gifts or tackling a New Year cleanup, don’t send usable items to the landfill. Many household goods can be reused or donated, including gently used kitchenware and dishes, blankets and linens, towels, and more. If you’re unsure where to take something, check out the A-Z Lookup Tool on the Keep Nassau Beautiful website for donation or disposal options.
 
For household goods that are not in good enough condition to be donated, residents can bring items such as damaged furniture, mattresses, broken children’s toys, and stained or torn clothing to the Convenience Recycling Center for disposal. Appliances and white goods that no longer work or are not suitable for donation can also be dropped off at this location.
 
4. Wrap Smarter, Not Harder
Not all wrapping paper is recyclable. Foil, glittery, or laminated papers must go in the trash, not the recycling bin. Here's a quick test: if you crumple the paper and it stays crumpled, it’s likely recyclable. If it springs back or has embellishments, it's not.
 
Happy holidays from all of us—and thank you for recycling right!
 
-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

11/14/25 @ 3:30 p.m. 
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This is just a friendly reminder that the St. Johns River Water Management District’s mandatory watering restrictions are in effect to help protect our water resources while still allowing landscapes to stay healthy year-round. These rules outline when you can water, how much you can apply, and which days watering is permitted.

Watering days depend on whether your address ends in an odd or even number, and the schedule also varies by time of year. Be sure to follow the designated watering windows based on our Eastern Standard Time zone, which helps ensure irrigation happens during the most efficient hours.

To further support conservation efforts, the District also offers a Water Conservation Cost-Share Rebate Program. This program provides financial assistance for approved water-saving projects and upgrades. The cost-share rebate will be up to 50% of actual costs with a not-to-exceed designated maximum amount per item/service. (Note: Labor, installation and design costs from a third party or contractor are included as eligible expenses.) Applicants cannot receive more than $10,000 in rebates per year. Approved programs will be rebated on a “first-come, first-served” basis until program funds are depleted.

Interested applicants—including local governments, HOAs, utilities, and multi-family property owners—can learn more and apply through the District’s website. 

By following the watering schedule and taking advantage of conservation opportunities, residents and organizations can help protect water resources while keeping landscapes healthy and vibrant.

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

11/12/25 @ 3:00 p.m. - 

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Nassau County Solid Waste hosted the Waste Tire Amnesty Day event, giving residents the opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted tires. A total of 564 tires were collected and properly recycled, helping to keep our community clean and protect the environment.

Improperly discarded tires can pose serious environmental hazards. They can collect rainwater, creating breeding grounds for mosquitoes and other pests, and when burned or left to decompose, they can release harmful chemicals into the air, soil, and water. Recycling or properly disposing of tires helps reduce these risks and supports a healthier Nassau County.
The County extends a big thank-you to our Public Works and Solid Waste employees for their hard work in organizing and operating this event, and to all the residents who participated for doing their part to ensure tires are disposed of safely and responsibly.
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The next Waste Tire Amnesty Day Event will be scheduled for the Spring of 2026. Residents are reminded that each household may dispose of up to four (4) car or truck tires per year, free of charge, at the Convenience Recycle Center, located at 46026 Landfill Road in Callahan (with proof of residency). Proper disposal helps ensure tires are safely managed and reused in environmentally responsible ways.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

11/3/25 @ 7:00 p.m.

​In Nassau County, Florida, beach bonfires are a cherished tradition that bring friends and families together under the stars, providing the perfect backdrop for roasting marshmallows, sharing stories, or simply enjoying the ocean breeze. While these gatherings are a fun way to connect with nature and each other, it’s important to remember that beach bonfires must be conducted safely and responsibly. Proper regulations protect not only the natural environment such but also the safety of residents and visitors. 

Now that sea turtle nesting season has ended, we want to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the rules for beach fires in Nassau County.

Ordinance No. 2025-037, Section 23 1/2-14, regulates fires on County beaches (from Peters Point south to the State Park):

1. No fires are permitted between May 1 – October 31 (Sea Turtle Nesting Season).
2. Fires outside of nesting season must follow these guidelines:
   • No fires are allowed in the dunes
   • The use of wood containing nails, staples, rivets, fasteners, straps, or similar items is prohibited
   • Fires must be fully extinguished, and the fire area must be covered before leaving.
3. Violations of these rules may result in:
   • An order to leave the beach
   • If the violator refuses, they may be considered a trespasser and subject to a second-degree misdemeanor, punishable by a $500 fine and/or 60 days in jai
   • Vehicles may be towed at the owner/operator’s expense, including impoundment fees.

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Thank you for keeping these regulations in mind and helping protect Nassau County’s beaches, wildlife, and the safety of everyone who enjoys them. Together, we can ensure our coastal traditions remain safe and sustainable for generations to come.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

11/4/25 @ 10:00 a.m. 

For our final Turtle Talk Tuesday of the year, we checked in with our amazing partners at Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch (AISTW) for a look back at the 2025 nesting season. Here’s what longtime volunteers Bill and Ronda Bokram shared:

“Every year, people ask us how the season’s going—and at the end, if it was a good one! This year, residents near Main Beach and Sadler noticed fewer nests, while those at Summer Beach saw plenty and thought it was a great season. Both are right!”

Here’s the breakdown for AISTW’s 11.6 miles of monitored beach between the state parks:

Total nests: 144 (lower than the 10-year average of 200)
Loggerhead nests: 127 — the lowest in over a decade, but consistent with statewide trends
Green turtle nests: 16 — matching the record from 2023
Leatherback nests: 1 — the second in two years, which is rare and exciting!

And while nest numbers fluctuate, that’s completely normal. Sea turtles don’t nest every year and can skip two or more seasons depending on food supply and environmental conditions.

The big win: Over 11,225 hatchlings made their way to the sea this year.  This is an incredible success story for conservation!

Island-wide totals for 2025:

• AISTW beaches: 144 nests
• Amelia Island State Park: 3 nests
• ​Fort Clinch State Park: 25 nests

​Grand total: 172 nests across Amelia Island

A huge thank-you to our partners at Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch and to everyone who helped protect these incredible creatures throughout the season. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

11/3/25 @ 2:15 p.m. 

Exciting news, Nassau County residents! Our recycling program got an upgrade.  Our new recycling decals make it easier than ever to recycle right. No more guessing or contamination. Be sure to look for the updated decals on all bins at County drop-off sites. Also, be sure to download our new new Residential Recycling Guide at nassaufl.co/recycling.

Together, we’re making recycling simple, clear, and effective for everyone in Nassau County! 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

10/28/25 @ 2:00 p.m. 
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As sea turtle nesting season comes to a close, we want to thank our residents, visitors, and beachgoers for doing their part to protect these amazing creatures.

Your efforts, turning off beachfront lights, keeping beaches clean, filling in holes, and removing obstacles, help ensure that hatchlings make it safely to the ocean.

We also hope everyone enjoyed our weekly Turtle Talk Tuesday posts this season! It’s been wonderful sharing fun facts, nesting updates, and tips on how we can all make a difference.

With nesting season ending on October 31st, normal beach lighting rules resume November 1st, but we encourage everyone to continue being mindful of our coastal wildlife year-round.

Thank you for helping keep Nassau County’s beaches safe for sea turtles! 

-Sabrina Robertson
​ Communications Officer

10/25/25 @ 6:00 a.m.

​Not even rainy weather could keep residents from recycling! On Saturday, October 11, 2025, Nassau County Solid Waste and Keep Nassau Beautiful hosted the bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event. A total of 466 cars came through during the 4-hour event, disposing of waste that is too hazardous for the landfill such as cooking oil, propane tanks, electronics, power tools, fluorescent lightbulbs, pesticides, and more. ​

Thank you Nassau County residents for doing your part in caring for our environment and ensuring that hazardous waste items are disposed of properly. We also appreciate the hard work of County staff, Keep Nassau Beautiful volunteers, and the agencies involved with making this event a huge success. The next Hazardous Waste Recycling Event will be held in the Spring of 2026. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

10/8/25 @ 12:00 p.m. 

This is a friendly reminder that the bi-annual Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event has been scheduled for Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 8am-noon (or until trucks reach capacity- whichever comes first). Hosted by Keep Nassau Beautiful and Nassau County's Solid Waste Division, this event allows Nassau County residents to safely dispose of items that are too hazardous for the landfill. Examples includes electronics, aerosols, herbicides/pesticides, fluorescent lightbulbs, batteries, paint/paint thinners, oil filters, and more.

The event will take place at the Nassau County Road Department located at 86200 Gene Lasserre Blvd., Yulee. Motorists will enter the facility from Courtney Isles Way (west from Chester Road)

This event is FREE for Nassau County residents with proof of residency.
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No commercial loads will be accepted, however small businesses can call ahead for pricing at 352-334-0440.

Last but not least, residents are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to the Barnabas Food Pantry.

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

10/7/25 @ 11:00 a.m. 

It's Turtle Talk Tuesday! Did you know that the Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC) is providing teachers with resources that will increase awareness about sea turtles and marine conservation? 

InterACT with Sea Turtles: Distance Learning for K-12 takes a fun, interactive approach to sea turtle education—using virtual collaboration to connect students directly with experts and multimedia resources. The goal is to inspire informed, proactive youth who support sea turtle conservation and become environmental stewards.

Educators can access free online resources, virtual presentations, and comprehensive lesson plans designed to make marine education both engaging and accessible. By removing geographic barriers, STC hopes to reach more students than ever before with hands-on learning about sea turtles and the environment.

Learn more and download lesson plans for each program at: https://conserveturtles.org/program-activity/distance-learning/

10/3/25 @ 9:00 a.m. 

Bagging your recyclables in plastic may seem helpful—but it actually causes contamination and can send everything to the landfill.

✅ Place recyclables loose in the bin at all County-operated drop-off sites
❌ No plastic grocery bags or trash bags

Let’s keep our recycling clean and effective in Nassau County!

📄 Download the Residential Recycling Guide: https://nassaufl.co/recycling

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer

9/23/24 @ 6:00 a.m. - Happy Turtle Talk Tuesday!

​The Sea Turtle Conservancy is the world's oldest conservation, advocacy, research and education center. Established in 1959 b Dr. Archie Carr, this international nonprofit organization was created to save sea turtles from imminent extinction through rigorous science-based conservation. Headquartered in Florida, the organization carries out worldwide programs to conserve and recover sea turtle populations.

The Sea Turtle Conservancy recently released a new video explaining who they are and why sea turtle conservation is so important. By raising awareness and inspiring action, the Conservancy continues to ensure that future generations can witness these incredible creatures thriving in our oceans. 

​To watch the video, please click here. 

-Sabrina Robertson
 Communications Officer