Boats
Donate usable boats in working condition to community service organizations who sell them for funds to support their work. Non-working boats go to a landfill.
Boats in usable condition can be donated to a community service or nonprofit organization that will sell or auction the vessel to raise funds and support their organizational mission. For local donation opportunities, see the list at the bottom of this page.
Boats that are no longer in working condition should be disposed of at a landfill. Before disposal, boats should be drained of fluids and batteries removed. Call ahead to confirm operating hours, details, and size specifications. Facility operations are subject to change.
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Lorain County |
Rumpke Waste Oakland Marsh Landfill Richland County |
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Hamilton County |
Waste Management American Landfill Stark County |
There are no open or operating landfills in Cuyahoga County.
Boat Shrink Wrap
Looking to recycle boat shrink wrap after a long winter? The Ohio Sea Grant shows you how. See a how-to video.
Learn more about the Ohio Clean Marinas Program and shrink wrap recycling for Ohio marinas. Each year, the Ohio Clean Marinas Program assembles a list of recyclers who may be able to receive or pick up your shrink wrap. Complete the form to be added to the listserv to receive this year’s recyclers.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources also offers guidance on boat shrink wrap recycling. See ODNR's list of public drop-offs for spring 2026.
Want to know more about setting up a recycling program at your marina? Contact our business recycling specialist.
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Looking to recycle, donate or dispose of other items? Use the dark blue 'What Do I Do With?' search bar at the top of every page of this website. Allow location services or use the city drop-down to find opportunities in your local area.