In the Spring of 2023, the Duck Lake Association Board initiated its own local shrink wrap recycling drive at the suggestion of local riparian, Wayne Gay and in conjunction with the Michigan Recycling Coalition. The majority of shrink wrap comes from Dr. Shrink, Inc. which has grown from a small business started in 1992 in Northern Michigan to a world wide global shrink wrap supplier. Shrink wrap is 100% virgin resin made of #4 low density polyurethane and is ideal for recycling, being used to make plastic lumber, TREX decking, construction sheeting and garbage bags. For every bag of shrink wrap recycled there is a savings of 115 Kwh of energy, 13.5 gallons of oil and 16-20 cu ft of landfill space.

Locally, the DLA Board has decided to continue this valuable recycling program in 2025. Your wrap can be picked up by calling Tom Neidlinger (269) 967-4379 this Spring. The last date for pickup is June 14, 2025. We encourage and appreciate our local residents' participation in this important recycling program.