About
WLSSD
WLSSD
WLSSD offers tours of District facilities to school and community groups of 5 or more people. Learn what happens to "waste" and how WLSSD helps to protect the local environment. Learn what you can do to help WLSSD process your waste efficiently.
Tours must be arranged at least two weeks in advance. We can customize tour content to age
groups and interest areas upon request. Discuss your group's background and interests with
an
Environmental Program Coordinator when planning your tour.
Call (218) 722-3336 to schedule a tour.
Available Tours
27th Ave W and the Waterfront- Tour length: 1-2 hours depending on age and topics
- Tour topics: Wastewater treatment, water quality, engineering and operations
- Ages: 13 and older. Visitors must wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Tour involves walking moderate distances and climbing stairs.
Organics Composting / Yard Waste
Tour length: 1 hour- Tour topics: Composting, compost use, food waste recycling, waste reduction
- Ages: 5 and older. Visitors must wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather (may be muddy). Tour is accessible to visitors of all walking abilities.
- Rice Lake Road
Tour Length: 1 hour- Tour topics: Solid waste management, recycling, waste reduction
- Ages: 13 and older. Tour is accessible to visitors of all walking abilities.