Recycle Rally

at Seneca Park Zoo

Recycling Rally at the Zoo

November 14, 2026 – All Day Event

Free with admission or membership

All day, we’re diving into fun, hands-on ways to reduce waste, recycle, and live more sustainably. It’s a perfect chance to learn new tips, meet people who care about the planet, and see how small actions add up to big impact for wildlife and their habitats.

Programming Schedule, November 14th

9:30 a.m. – African Bullfrog Meet & Greet

10:30 a.m. – River Otter Chat

11:30 a.m. – Storytime & Spotted turtle Meet & Greet

1:30 p.m. – Red Tailed Halk

2:30 p.m. – Sea Lion Chat (Inside Rocky Coast)

Last Year’s Community Stations!

Explore a variety of interactive tables and displays along the Zoo’s Genesee Trail, where you can connect with organizations leading the way in recycling, plastic pollution reduction, composting, and more. Learn how you can take meaningful steps in your daily life to help protect the Earth—right here in your own community.

RIT – Recycling Art Activity

Turn trash into treasure! Join us for a hands-on activity focused on upcycling. We’re making trash plate art!

Impact Earth – Composting & Living Zero waste

Impact Earth will be here talking about how small changes can make a big impact! Learn the basics of composting and easy ways to live a zero waste lifestyle.

Goodwill of the Fingerlakes – Recycling Textiles

Give old T-shirts a second life by transforming them into something new! This hands-on activity teaches kids and families how to creatively reuse textiles and reduce waste—turning what might be tossed out into something useful and imaginative.

Redwood Materials – Battery Collection

Redwood Materials will be here talking about the importance of battery recovery, reuse, and recycling. Learn how small actions can help create a more sustainable future!

Recycle Day Cleanup!

Meet the Seneca Park Zoo at Marilla’s Mindful Supplies for a community cleanup and learn about how Litta

Traps are used to study plastic pollution in our storm drains. While you’re with us, be sure to check out Marilla’s to see all the amazing plastic alternative options for everyday household items.

Date: November 14th, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Marilla’s Mindful Supplies

Address: 661 South Ave, Rochester, 14620 United States

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