“A Marine is a Marine. I set that policy two weeks ago – there’s no such thing as a former Marine. You’re a Marine, just in a different uniform and you’re in a different phase of your life. But you’ll always be a Marine because you went to Parris Island, San Diego or the hills of Quantico. There’s no such thing as a former Marine.”

–General James F. Amos, 35th Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps

On November 10th, Marine Corps Day, Arwood Waste extends a special thank you to the men and women of the United States Marine Corps who are diligently protecting us and maintaining our freedom by air, land and sea. We appreciate all that you and your families sacrifice to keep us safe.

Watch the 240th Marine Corps Birthday Message

If you have served in the Marines or are currently serving, we thank you. If you know someone who serves in the United States Marine Corps or whenever you see a Marine, be sure to show your appreciation. Semper Fi!

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“It follows then as certain as that night succeeds the day, that without a decisive naval force we can do nothing definitive, and with it, everything honorable and glorious.” – George Washington

This year on Navy Day, Arwood Waste wants to thank those men and women in the United States Navy who work diligently to protect our seas and maintain our freedom. We appreciate all that you and your families sacrifice to keep us safe.

For those of you who were once in the Navy, are currently serving, or who know someone who serves in the United States Navy, we thank you for your service.

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Photo: CNE CNA C6F via flickr

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Instead of the same old store-bought costume this year, try something NEW AND FUN! We love our sanitation workers and thank them for all they do every day to keep us safe and clean. This DIY costume is perfect for both kids and adults.

Check out this quick instructional video and download the step-by-step guide to make your own costume below. The PDF that you download will have the instructions and decals so you can easily make your very own costume.

Just like the men and women of the waste management industry collect our trash each day, it’s time for you to start collecting some CANDY and smiles!

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• One large cardboard box
• One smaller cardboard box
• Glue
• Ribbon
• Paint
• Paint brush
• Marker

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS & DECALS HERE

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We Apologize For Any Delays While We Restore Service

Arwood Waste, AW Waste Management and our partner waste companies in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina are hard at work to restore waste services to the affected areas in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. With widespread damage across large parts of 4 states, we understand that residents of these areas will have increased needs for debris cleanup in the coming weeks and we are working tirelessly to meet those needs.

Call Us At (888) 413-5105 If You Have Service Questions or Additional Waste Needs During This Cleanup Process

With our headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida, our staff takes the cleanup challenges you might be facing personally. As local landfills re-open and diesel fuel becomes available again in the Southeast U.S., we will continue working to restore scheduled waste services and meet the increased demand for debris cleanup in these areas.

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Post Storm Clean Up Tips & Safety Reminders

As you clean up your home or business following this storm remember these debris clean up tips and safety reminders to keep you and your family out of harm’s way:

• Do not drive through flooded areas. Turn around, don’t drown!
• As you clean yard debris, watch out for falling items such as branches or trees limbs.
• Do not block roads or streets with waste and debris piles.
• Separate yard debris from household or structural debris piles for waste pickup.
• Consider hiring a demolition company such as Dependable Demolition for professional demolition debris clean up services.
• If possible, cut large trees and pieces of debris in to 4 foot segments. Note: It may take several trips for all debris to be removed.
• As flood waters recede watch out for snakes and other dangerous animals.
• Check for structural damage and watch out for falling drywall.
• If you need to use a generator, make sure it is outside and well ventilated to prevent the buildup of deadly fumes.

Arwood Waste is here to help with Roll Off Dumpsters and Portable Toilet Rentals.

 

Photo: Ninian Reid via Flickr

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Happy World Space Week

Next week is the official, United Nation’s declared, World Space Week. Every year during this week, the world comes together to celebrate space innovation and technological developments leading to a better society. National Garbage Man Day wants to remind you that the need for garbage collection is not just an Earthly problem!

Space Waste Solutions

Through partner initiatives like Space Waste Solutions, we are working to find innovative ways of dealing with trash, even in outer space! Every technological advance into space exploration has left a growing problem orbiting our planet. The need for the garbage man goes beyond our atmosphere.

The Problem of Orbiting Space Trash

Did you know that right now there are more than 750,000 pieces of space debris orbiting the Earth at over 15,000 mph? It’s true. The results of the space race along with government and private industry launches of countless satellites have produced a growing problem in need of innovative solutions. This space junk poses a threat to those on Earth, as it often falls back into the atmosphere containing toxic chemicals, as well as to current and future space missions due to the increasing potential for impacts with space craft.

Now is the Time for Action

What better time to harness our ingenuity and creativity to develop solutions for this expanding issue then now. As the world turns it’s eyes to the heavens this week, we must also start working towards solutions to keep them free and clean. Ideas and inventions like the Solar Space Waste Incineration System will mark a way forward but we have to start now.

Find an Event and Learn

Join National Garbage Man Day in celebrating World Space Week by finding an event near you. Also, check out these great resources for educators and parents to teach about World Space Week in the classroom and at home.

Like Space Waste Solutions on Facebook to learn more and connect with others about solving the problem of orbiting space trash.

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Happy World Teachers’ Day

This week we stop to remember those special people who taught us math, history, science, and maybe who sent us to detention (for our own good, of course)…Teachers! We have all had at least one teacher in our lives who helped shape who we are today.

Whether it be our own mothers, fathers, or other family members, traditional classroom teachers, professors, or guidance counselors, mentors or elders, teachers of all kinds should be appreciated for the part they play in the education and development of this world.

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Arwood Waste and our partners greatly appreciate the teachers who invest so much in the lives of others. We thank them for all they do and hope you will take the opportunity today to thank a teacher in your life who has made a great impact.

 

Photo: Pip R. Lagenta via flickr

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Holiday Waste Pickup Schedule

Arwood Waste wants to celebrate all the holidays with you too. This is why we created a Holiday Pick-up schedule so you can make arrangements and placement of your waste material while we spend time with our families. Businesses that currently receive collection may have different schedules and procedures than residential customers since business garbage is normally collected separately from residential garbage.

Call us toll free at 1-800-477-0854 today and ask us how we can save you time and money.

Collection service will be postponed by one day following these holidays:

• New Year’s Day – No Service on January 1st. One day delay. Example; Tuesday collection day will be serviced on Wednesday.
• Fourth of July – No Service on July 4th. One day delay. Thursday collection day will be serviced on Friday.
• Labor Day – No Service on the first Monday of September. One day delay. Monday collection day will be serviced on Tuesday.
• Thanksgiving Day – No Service on the last Thursday of November. One day delay. Thursday collection day will be serviced on Friday.
• Christmas Day – No Service on December 25th. One day delay. Example; Wednesday collection day will be serviced on Thursday.
• Halloween Day – We will be providing service on October 31st. If the route is delayed and cannot be finished before dusk we will finish the route the next business day.
• National Garbage Man Day – We will be providing service on June 17th as scheduled. Please remember to throw up your hand with a simple smile and say “Thank You”.

Due to the one day postponement, the collection of containers is resumed as follows: If the holiday is on a Monday, then the Monday collection will occur on Tuesday, Tuesday collection will occur on Wednesday, and so on. If the holiday is on a Thursday, then the Thursday collection will occur on Friday and Friday collection will occur on Saturday for that week only. On all other holidays, normal collection of containers will occur. If a holiday falls on the weekend, then pickups will run on a normal schedule unless otherwise specified.

Arwood Waste is a nationwide provider of waste management and portable storage solutions.

Based in Jacksonville, FL, Arwood Waste is the nation’s most trusted privately-owned waste management provider. The professionals at Arwood Waste have more than 30 years’ experience providing services that include recycling, site clean-up, portable restrooms, compactors, demolition, dumpster rentals, portable storage, curbside pick-up, temporary fencing and barricade rentals.

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FREE $50 Gift Card Just For You

Who says you can’t get something for free these days? We’re proving that’s simply not true with this special gift exclusively for our valued customers. Arwood Waste is giving you a FREE $50 Gift Card from our partner site Dumpster.me. Now that’s a nice discount on your next Roll-Off or Commercial Dumpster Rental. This gift card is normally purchased on sites like Amazon.com but it’s our gift to you just for being our customer.

Simply download your special dumpster gift code below then head over to Dumpster.me and enter that gift code when you place your order. We are so excited to give this free gift to you simply as a Thank You for trusting us with your business.

Redeem Now at Dumpster.me

Arwood Waste and our partners are proud to serve your Roll Off Dumpster Rental, Portable Restroom, Commercial Dumpster Rental, Portable Storage Rental, Temporary Fencing and Barricade Rental needs.

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Autumn is here and it’s a time of change. Whether you’re in a part of the country that’s sunny and warm year-round or a place where you experience the beautiful leaf colors that Autumn brings, change is in the air.

The idea of “Spring Cleaning” doesn’t have to be just for Spring! Use this opportunity of changing seasons to re-organize and get prepared for winter. Here are three ways to do just that:

1. Clean out your closets.

…and your drawers, and anywhere else you may have old items lurking around. Donate any clothes that you haven’t worn in a year. Change out the summer clothes to prepare for the weather change. Consider having a “clothing swap” where friends and neighbors can get together and find “new” items while getting rid of the ones they don’t want or need anymore.

2. Get your priorities set.

A change in season is the perfect time to re-evaluate your priorities. Has there been something on your mental to-do list that still isn’t done? Write down your goals. What things have to get done and what things do you simply want to get done? Use this time to plan how you will spend your time and evaluate what things may not be as important as you once thought they were.

3. Go outside!

Now is the time for “Fall clean up” in your yard. Stay on top of that yard work so you don’t have extra to do next Spring. Keep your driveway and curbs clear of leaves and other fallen debris. Enjoy the weather! If you’ll be expecting a snowy winter, now’s the time to get the last minute “outdoor time” before the cold sets in.

Remember to say thank you to your garbage workers who will be picking up all that yard waste and house waste from your cleaning efforts.

From all of us at National Garbage Man Day, have a great Autumn!

 

Photo: Lida Rose via flickr

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The Airman’s Creed

I am an American Airman. I am a Warrior. I have answered my Nation’s call.

I am an American Airman.

My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win.

I am faithful to a Proud Heritage, A Tradition of Honor, And a Legacy of Valor.

I am an American Airman.

Guardian of Freedom and Justice, My Nation’s Sword and Shield, Its Sentry and Avenger.

I defend my Country with my Life.

I am an American Airman.

Wingman, Leader, Warrior.

I will never leave an Airman behind, I will never falter, And I will not fail.

Fly, Fight and Win…in air, space and cyberspace

September 18th celebrates and honors the men and women of the United States Air Force. Arwood Waste extends a special thank you to the Airmen who diligently defend us and maintain our freedom. We appreciate the sacrifices that you and your families make to keep us safe.

If you have served in the U.S. Air Force or are currently serving, we thank you. If you know someone who serves in the United States Air Force, be sure to show your appreciation.

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Photo: DVIDSHUB

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