Building a program to help Minnesota’s boating community collect and recycle boat wrap through accessible collection services and helpful resources.
Building a program to help Minnesota’s boating community collect and recycle boat wrap through accessible collection services and helpful resources.
Wrap Recycle Right is the branded program of a nonprofit stewardship organization that represents boat wrap producers and develops and operates a recycling program under Minnesota’s Boat Wrap Stewardship Law (Minn. Stat. § 115A.1416)—the first such law in the United States.
Formed to promote environmental responsibility and reduce plastic waste in the boating community, WRR supports producers in meeting regulatory requirements and building a network for boat wrap collection and recycling.
Our team will partner with collection sites across the state and continue to expand access as the program evolves.
Recycling boat wrap keeps materials working harder and supports a thriving boating community. The Boat Wrap Stewardship Program helps reduce plastic waste, safeguard our lakes and rivers for recreation, and support a thriving boating community for generations to come.
Manufacturers and brand owners must join the approved stewardship plan to sell boat wrap in Minnesota.
Wrap Recycle Right oversees the collection, transportation, and recycling of boat wrap at no cost to the public.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency approves stewardship plans, sets performance goals, and maintains a public list of compliant producers.
Retailers must verify that producers are listed here before selling or distributing boat wrap in or into the state.
NOTE: Beginning on September 1, 2025, no boat wrap may be used, sold, or offered in Minnesota unless the producer participates in the approved stewardship plan.
By recycling, boat owners and partners keep high-quality materials in circulation. This effort keeps high-quality materials in circulation where recyclable components are processed given a proper next-life.
Boat owners and program partners collect used LDPE boat wrap during the seasonal unwrap process and drop it off at designated collection sites. Proper prep is key—clean, dry, and free of contaminants.
Material is inspected and sorted into film grades (A–D), based on cleanliness, print, and contamination levels. Most wrap falls under Grade B or C, suitable for a wide range of recycled products.
Our partners use Minnesota statute-approved mechanical recycling methods, such as dry cleaning for cleaner films and wet washing for dirtier loads. No incineration or chemical processes are used.
Once cleaned and shredded, the LDPE is processed into regrind or pellets—valuable raw material ready to be used in manufacturing new plastic products.
These pellets are then used by manufacturers to create new goods like decking, outdoor furniture, trash bags, and more—extending the lifecycle of the original plastic.
Training and public resources help improve wrap quality and handling, supporting higher recovery rates and keeping materials in circulation.
By choosing compliant products and following the approved stewardship plan, boat owners and retailers help ensure that materials can be recycled more effectively.
These small actions reduce waste, protect our lakes and rivers, and turn everyday decisions into meaningful environmental impact.
Use a shrink wrap film knife to cut just above the band. This protects the boat and removes the non-recyclable band. Dispose of bands with the wrap and attached strapping.
Take off vents, straps, zippers, doors, and any other non-wrap materials. Only clean and dry boat wrap can be recycled.
Roll the clean wrap tightly and keep it dry. Store indoors and keep it free of dirt, water, and debris.
When your boat wrap is ready for recycling, drop-off at an approved collection site. Interactive map coming soon.
To effectively disseminate information, Wrap Recycle Right has developed toolkits that include a wide range of messaging materials, guidance documents, and customizable graphics for use across various media platforms and outreach channels, enabling for easy localization and adaptation for specific audiences.
Display point-of-sale materials and handouts to help customers recycle boat wrap properly.
Use PSAs and signage to guide clean wrap drop-offs and promote your role in the recycling program.
Access ready-to-use templates and educational materials to support our outreach efforts.
Stay informed about the Wrap Recycle Right program and upcoming collection opportunities, including details on community-wide participation and information for becoming an authorized collection location.
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