Ray Lovato Recycling Center

Ray Lovato Recycling Center Southwest Wyoming's Leading Community Recycling Center Nonprofit Organization

05/30/2026

DID YOU KNOW...

Paperboard and Chipboard, which is the material that cereal, soda, pasta, and numerous other food product boxes are made of can be recycled with cardboard (preferred) or mixed paper. When it is separate from these streams and bailed by itself, if costs the Center money to recycle it. When it is combined with cardboard or mixed paper, we make money with it. It is as much as a $160 per ton net difference. This means there is no need to keep it separate. Just toss it in with your cardboard and it will help is financially!

05/02/2026

We appreciate everyone's patience as we try to dig out of the mess at the Center. Our baler had a major structural failure last week that required extensive welding and new parts. The baler was returned to service yesterday (Thursday) thanks to an amazing member of our community. Our team is working as quickly as possible to get caught up.

For those who are choosing to stop to take pictures and complain, we encourage you to use that time to pop your head in and ask our team what is going on and if there is anything you can do to help.

You can start by swinging by this weekend between 8 and 12 and volunteer your time to help us get caught up. Our team will be there to guide you.

After 8+ years and over 16,470 hours worked, we say goodbye to our manager Darrell Morey. Darrell has decided to retire ...
02/27/2026

After 8+ years and over 16,470 hours worked, we say goodbye to our manager Darrell Morey. Darrell has decided to retire and focus on his heath and, we hope, some relaxation. For those that know Darrell, he has been the glue that has held the Center together for years. When he has had to step away for short periods, things didn't go so well and the minute he returned, stability returned. We will miss him dearly, but wish him nothing but the best in his next chapter. If you happen to be near the Center today, swing in and wish him a Happy Retirement!

Today is the deadline to submit your bids and help support the Recycling Center!
02/13/2026

Today is the deadline to submit your bids and help support the Recycling Center!

SURPLUS EQUIPMENT AUCTION...The Ray Lovato Recycling Center is auctioning off the following equipment to the highest bid...
02/02/2026

SURPLUS EQUIPMENT AUCTION...

The Ray Lovato Recycling Center is auctioning off the following equipment to the highest bidder:

🚛1991 International Trash Truck (VIN )
🛻1995 Ford Truck (VIN )
🛻1999 Dodge Truck (VIN )
🛻2008 Ford Truck (VIN )

All equipment will be sold as is/where is with no warranty to the buyer. The winning bidder is responsible for removal of the equipment no later than February 18, 2026. After this date, the equipment may be disposed of by the Ray Lovato Recycling Center at it's discretion. The Ray Lovato Recycling Center may grant an extension to this deadline at it's own discretion.

Bids may be submitted via email to [email protected] no later than 3:00 PM MT on February 13, 2026. The email shall include:

1. Vehicle you are bidding on (You may bid on more than one vehicle, but each vehicle shall have it's own bid amount)
2. Bid Amount
3. Name
4. Address
5. Phone #
6. Email Address

Questions regarding the equipment will be accepted at the same email.

We love that we live in a community that always answers the call for help! As many of you have probably noticed, there ...
02/02/2026

We love that we live in a community that always answers the call for help!

As many of you have probably noticed, there has been a massive pile of HDPE pipe laying next to the Center for months. We have been trying to put small dents into the pile, but have struggled. Late last week, we were put into contact with David Miller at R P Oilfield Service. This morning David and his team showed up to tackle the mountain of pipe. They also reached out to Peter S. Leibee at Rock Springs Bobcat who donated a rental skid loader to assist with the project! Thank you R P Oilfield Service & Rock Springs Bobcat !!!

With that said, please note that there will be quite a bit of extra activity occurring around the Center this week. Please use caution as you drop off your recyclables.

01/03/2026

UPDATE...We have someone lined up to come out and help us tomorrow (Sunday) morning. A huge shout out to our community once again!

ISO of Professional Mobile Welder

We have been having issues with our baler this week. This morning, we uncovered what we believe to the cause. A metal block welded to the inside of the machine has busted loose. We are in need of someone who might be able to come weld it back in place. If you are able to assist, please send us a PM or comment on this post. If we can get it fixed ASAP, we can work on getting caught up on the massive holiday cardboard pile accumulating outside.

Thanks!

11/07/2025

Household Trash, Green Waste, Batteries, Engine Oil, Antifreeze, E-Waste, Tires, Dead Animals, Scrap Metal, White Goods, Refrigerators, Propane Bottles, Helium Bottles, Concrete, Asphalt, Petroleum Contaminated Soil, Building Demolition, Barrels, Drums, Asbestos

Winterizing your boat or camper? Did you know you can recycle all of the containers at the Ray Lovato Recycling Center? ...
10/05/2025

Winterizing your boat or camper? Did you know you can recycle all of the containers at the Ray Lovato Recycling Center? Just make sure they are empty before bringing them to us!

Thank you to BODEC, Kristopher Clark-Schanno and his crew, including Gavin Jasperson and Shane Johnson, pictured. They s...
09/24/2025

Thank you to BODEC, Kristopher Clark-Schanno and his crew, including Gavin Jasperson and Shane Johnson, pictured. They spent an entire day setting up our security system. They donated their time, supplies, and expertise to get us up and running.

We appreciate your generosity in support of our efforts and the community.

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Rock Springs, WY

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+13073526878

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