Chain of Lakes YMCA
The Chain of Lakes YMCA reached over 2,200 of their members with reuse messages, including promoting and distributing reusable bottles and asking members to track their reuse at the center. The YMCA also shared waste reduction messages with 300 youth and their parents through their Kids Stuff program and offered educational displays in their lobby. Events included America Recycles Day, Earth Day and a low waste holidays event reaching 200 members. An environmental club called Eco Club is now offered weekly for children seven years and older.
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2008 Contact Information
Nikki Schneider, Membership and Marketing Director651-795-9622
Chain of Lakes YMCA
7690 Village DriveLino Lakes MN 55014
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