Landfill Tours
About:
People have been burying waste throughout our existence, but have you ever wondered where your waste goes after throwing it into the bin? Learn more and get a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when you dispose of waste. We will clear up the myth of throwing something “away”.
Join I Love A Clean San Diego to better understand how your daily actions impact the Miramar Landfill and the City of San Diego’s goal to reach zero waste by 2040. You will not only learn about the importance of zero waste, but also receive tools on how to get there. Other tour highlights include the Allan Company Recycling Facility, the Greenery, and the Household Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility.
This tour is made possible by the City of San Diego Environmental Services Department and facilitated by I Love A Clean San Diego.
Information:
This event is available for City of San Diego residents ONLY!
As a safety precaution, long pants and close-toed shoes are REQUIRED. A signed waiver will be required at the start of the tour. This tour is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Note: If there is rain the day of the event or severe weather leading up to the event, the tour will be rescheduled or canceled. If this occurs, registrants will receive electronic communication as soon as possible before the event.
Required:
All participants are REQUIRED to sign two waivers.
ILACSD Release Waiver: Download Here
Miramar Landfill Waiver: Download Here
Don’t have a printer? No worries! We will have extra paper copies at the event that you can sign. All participants are REQUIRED to sign both waivers.
Parking:
Parking and Pickup/Drop-off Location (carpooling highly encouraged): Parking area between the landfill entrance and Metro Biosolids Center
Parking will be located just after the turn off on the road to the Metro Biosolids Center. You will find signs and flags indicating to turn onto a maintained dirt path. Please keep an eye out for the orange and white ILACSD flags.
Once you have turned into the landfill there will be a stop sign on the left hand-side with an orange ILACSD flag. Turn left at the stop sign. Immediately after the turn there will be a maintained dirt road on the right hand side with an ILACSD Parking sign. Turn right onto the dirt road and veer right until you find the ILACSD group.
If you make it to the Metro Biosolids Center on Bio-Solids Blvd or reach the landfill weigh station on Convoy St., you’ve gone too far!
School Tours:
Are you a middle or high school teacher in the City of San Diego? Are you interested in having your class go on a tour of the Miramar Landfill?
We currently offer landfill tours to middle school and high schools ONLY! Tours are limited to one (1) bus tour per school and one (1) school per San Diego City Council district per year. School tours are limited and spots fill up quickly! For more information please contact education@cleansd.org
FAQs
Do I need to register ahead of time?
Yes, registration is required. Anyone who shows up on the day of the event without registering will not be allowed on the tour. Spaces fill up quickly.
Do I have to be a City of San Diego resident to attend?
Yes, this is only for City of San Diego residents at this time.
Can my children attend?
It is highly recommended that participants are at least 12 years old and up.
Do I need to sign multiple waivers?
Yes, it is required that all participants sign both waivers.
Do I really need to wear closed toed shoes and long pants?
Yes, this is an active landfill where there can be dangerous or hazardous materials. In the unlikely event that we must exit the bus, closed toed shoes and long pants will help protect you from any potential hazards on the ground.
Can I take photos or videos?
No, due to the nature of the landfill and the proximity to the military base, no photos or video of any kind will be permitted during the tour.
Note: If there is rain the day of the event or severe weather the days leading up to the event, the tour will be rescheduled or canceled. If needed, registrants will receive electronic communication as soon as possible before the event.
If you have any additional questions please email: education@cleansd.org