The Town of Bracebridge is inviting residents to pick up free compost in honour of Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Bracebridge Municipal Office Public Works Yard, accessible via Barron Drive off of Taylor Court.
This year, the giveaway is moving to this location to accommodate residents. In previous years, the event was held at Gostick Park, but the distribution has moved to the Public Works Yard to better serve the community. Supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The compost is provided through the District Municipality of Muskoka and is created using material from the local green bin organics collection program. The town typically sees about 100 participants for this annual initiative, but officials are preparing for a larger turnout this year as residents work to repair lawns and gardens following the winter season.
The giveaway also highlights the Clean Muskoka Together program. This is a year-round effort that provides volunteers with supplies like gloves and garbage bags to help keep community spaces clean. Residents interested in participating should bring their own shovel and containers to transport the compost during their visit.
