Annual Christmas Tree Pickup
We are ready to go for 2024-2025!
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West Linn Troop 396 will be picking up Christmas trees again this year! We have made a few changes this year in order to provide the best service to our community.​
Changes
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Our suggested donation is now $17.
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Location limitations; we will be limiting our pick up area to the city limits of West Linn and Johnson Rd. in the Stafford area.​
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For more information on these changes please review the FAQ's below.
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Dates
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We will have two pick-up days, and may open a third based on need. For 2024-2025 we will pick up trees on the following days:
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Sunday December 29th
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Saturday January 4th
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Sunday January 5th
We will close sign-ups for each date 2 days before at 5pm. This allows our volunteers to create the maps and packets that our scout teams will use on pick up day!
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What is the Christmas Tree Recycling Program?The annual recycling program is the only fundraiser of the year for West Linn Troop 396. Scouts will come directly to your home on a designated day, take your tree and have it recycled. Donations go towards funding our scout trips, scholarships, and community events throughout the year.
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Who is the program available to?Any residences within the West Linn city boundary and Johnson Road residents in Stafford. Over the years our families and friends have moved away from West Linn and still support our troop! While we are deeply appreciative of this, we will more actively limit our collection area to the city of West Linn and Johnson Rd. in the Stafford area. This allows other troops to receive the support of their local communities. If you are unsure if you are outside of our collection area please email us at trees@westlinntroop396.com before signing up.
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How much does it cost? And how do I donate?We ask for a minimum donation of $17 per tree. Providing this service to the community is the troops sole fundraiser. Your generosity funds important troop activities throughout the year. We accept donations by: Check: Please make payable to West Linn Troop 396 and secure it in a waterproof Ziplock baggy securely to the tree in a visible location -stapling or tethering to the base or the top of the tree is best.. Credit Card: Credit card payments can be made during the sign-up process Donation: If you would like to donate to the troop please see the FAQ "Can I donate if I am outside of your area?" If the above options do not work for you please email us at trees@westlinntroop396.com. We prefer to avoid cash donations as there have been issues with theft in the past.
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Can I donate if I am outside the pick up area or do not have a tree?Yes! You can donate to our troop using one of the following methods. Check (payable to Troop 396) mailed to Boy Scout Troop 396 PO Box 157 Wilsonville, OR 97070 Credit Card (online) We will process credit card donations via Square here!
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Do you accept flocked trees?No. The tree recycling facility we use expressly prohibits flocked trees.
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When do I put out my tree?We ask that you put your tree out in front of your house no later than 9am on the day of your scheduled pickup. We cannot guarantee that scouts will knock on your door, so please ensure your tree is out on time.