First of all, we didn't have to go far to hit our first dumpster score because as we were mounting our bikes to head out for a little dumpstering we noticed a cornucopia of goodies laying about the dumpster in our apartment complex. Like the reclamation opportunist that we are, we dove right in. One of the first things that we came across was this nifty looking little case. There were no dings or dents and the latches appeared to be in working order so I snatched it up and had a look inside.
To my surprise and joy, the case was a nearly full artist kit!
Although we did not discover any major finds on that day we did find some interesting items that were in like new condition such as this (vintage looking) hanging lampshade, or this sweet Dr. Suess T-shirt.
Some items were even still in the packaging, making them prime candidates for redistribution and resale here online and/or at the Urban Market in front of People's Park on Kirkwood in downtown Bloomington.
This toiletries bag and this laptop satchel were both clean and in excellent condition.
Then there was the usual plethora of toys and junk!
We reclaimed some of this "junk" for our own use as well. I mean who throws out perfectly good clown makeup? These empty Play-Dough containers make great little storage containers.
As usual we reclaimed even more books. I am always astounded by the amount of books I find in the trash in a college town like Bloomington. You would think that these IU students would recycle more. Upon opening an old, raggedy, green suitcase we discovered a butterfly!
Well, maybe not a real butterfly, but it was a nice find none the less.
Then there were what we like to call our "FEATURED FINDS"!
Such as this beautiful baby blue prom dress. I guess it could be used as a brides maid's dress or for any formal occasion as well. I am sure that this elegant piece of clothing will be at the Urban Market soon!
In the electronics department we reclaimed this Mac Apple home PC! It fires right up without a hitch but is in need of a mouse and keyboard, so if any of you fellow recyclers or dumpster-divers run across either please contact us. We also came across this Compaq tower which was once part of a security system and has six hookups for video surveillance camera's, but again is in need of a keyboard and mouse.
Other than various odds and ends, that is the U. W. R. P.'s dumpster loot so far for May of 2010. There are still plenty of dumpsters to be pillaged and we will be sure to keep you posted of what we find! Happy and safe dumpster-diving to all!
