Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The cities of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are inviting residents to gather their old gadgets and paperwork for a free community event. Officials say the Annual E-Cycling and Shred Day is designed to protect both the environment and personal information. Residents will be able to recycle unwanted electronics and shred sensitive documents on-site. City leaders hope the event will make it easy for people to clean out their homes in a safe and responsible way.

The Annual E-Cycling and Shred Day will be held on January 10th at the Gulf State Park Pavilion. The event is scheduled to run from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, giving residents a full morning to stop by. People can come and go during those hours and do not need an appointment. The location is central for both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach residents.

According to the cities, residents can bring a wide variety of electronic items to the event. Computers, televisions, and many other household devices will be accepted for recycling. Organizers explain that the event will take “almost anything that plugs in.” This broad list allows residents to get rid of many old or broken items that might otherwise end up in a landfill.

In addition to electronics, the event also offers secure document shredding. Each participant may bring up to 50 pounds of personal papers to be shredded. This cap gives most households plenty of room to clear out old files, mail, and records. The shredding service is aimed at anyone who has concerns about privacy and data safety.

City officials say the event provides a safe way to dispose of both electronics and sensitive documents. Proper e-cycling helps keep harmful materials out of local landfills and waterways. Secure shredding prevents personal information from falling into the wrong hands. Together, these services support the community’s efforts to fight identity theft and cut down on waste.

Leaders in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are encouraging residents to use the event as a chance to clean out storage spaces. Old computers and televisions often sit unused in closets and garages for years. Outdated paperwork can pile up in drawers and boxes. By bringing these items to the E-Cycling and Shred Day, residents can free up space while also doing something positive for the community.

The event is free and open to all residents of the participating cities. There is no fee to drop off electronics within the accepted guidelines or to have personal documents shredded. Organizers say this cost-free approach removes barriers and helps more people take part. It also supports the cities’ goal of making recycling and safety services accessible to everyone.

City officials describe the event as part of a larger plan to promote environmental responsibility and community safety. E-cycling keeps reusable metals and components in circulation instead of wasting them. Shredding sensitive documents helps protect families from fraud and scams. Together, these efforts fit into ongoing programs that encourage smart, safe habits among residents.

The cities are also stressing the convenience of the one-day event. By combining e-cycling and shredding at a single location and time, they hope to make participation simple. Busy residents can handle two important tasks in one visit. With drive-up access and morning hours, the event is designed to fit easily into a normal weekday schedule.

Officials say the Annual E-Cycling and Shred Day is a practical way for residents to recycle and shred unwanted items responsibly while helping keep Gulf Shores and Orange Beach clean, safe, and secure.