Frugal Mainers love a bargain. And by bargain, we mean it costs zero dollars. What better place to look for free stuff than at the town dump? By definition, those leaving things there assume they have no value. It’s the dump. You take trash there.
Au contraire: people have found gems at their local transfer station, amid the actual garbage. Perfectly rideable bikes. Perfectly functional tools. Vintage board games, toys and home decor. Guitars that, with a little know-how, can rock once again. There are even some town dumps, like ones in Hampden, South Portland and Farmington, that set up “swap shop” areas to facilitate such finds.
What’s the coolest or most useful thing you’ve ever found at a dump in Maine? Let us know in the form below, in the comments or by emailing us at [email protected]. We want to hear about the incredible treasures you’ve found in the trash. Happy hunting!
Cool finds at the dump
