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What is Dumpster Dive 360?
We at Dumpster Dive 360 invite all dumpster diving enthusiasts to come to a fun and friendly website designed specifically for and by dumpster divers. Whether you have just started dumpster diving or you are a seasoned pro looking for a nice place to chat with other divers and show off your finds, we welcome everyone with open arms, a smile, and an invitation to stay as long as they (you) like.
While (you are) here, feel free to post pictures of your dumpster finds.
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Never Would I Ever: The Don’ts of Dumpster Diving
Depending on where you live, there may be a lot of rules and restrictions around dumpster diving, or there may be none at all. Regardless of what is legally required, there are a few guidelines we think everyone should follow. Here are six of the biggest no-nos when it comes to dumpster diving. Don’t Make […]
The More the Merrier – Maximize Your Route
You probably average a handful of really good finds at every dumpster you visit, maybe more. More dumpsters means more finds but it doesn’t have to mean more time. Plan Your Route If you want to maximize your dumpster diving time, plan your trip in advance. It may seem easier to just go for a drive […]
Think Outside the Bin: Diving In With An Open Mind
“Your assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won’t come in.” – Alan Alda Keeping an open mind about dumpster diving requires two rules. Think beyond what you are looking for and be open to what you might find. Think creatively about how an […]
8 Dumpster Diving Hot Spots You Don’t Want to Miss
You can find dumpsters just about anywhere and you never know what you might find. While you can certainly dig through dumpsters and trash bins anywhere, there are a few spots where quality finds are often more consistent. Here are eight hot spots you should consider the next time you head out to go dumpster […]
7 Tips to Decide if it’s Trash or Treasure
It’s easy to get caught up when you discover a great item, but what happens when you take it home? If it’s a duplicate item, takes up too much space, has little or no resale value and never gets used, it may not be treasure after all. Yes, it can be gratifying to liberate found […]