What do I do with the bags and ice packs once I receive my delivery?

All of our delivery materials are sustainable and recyclable. We collect and reuse empty Thistle bags and large 64 oz ice packs for future deliveries. While we aren't able to reuse the 16 oz ice packs at this time. Leave your empty Thistle bags (with 64 oz ice packs) where your new deliveries are made. 

If you prefer to dispose of the ice packs and not return them with your empty bags, here are the instructions: 

Our gel ice packs are all 100% biodegradable, recyclable, and nontoxic.  We recommend cutting open the bags and adding the contents to your compost or anywhere you would dispose of grass clippings where pets do not have access. The Glacier Ice gel is 99.5% water and will dehydrate to 0.5% of its weight. We *strongly* recommend NOT dumping it down your sink/drain as it can build up and clog. Once you've disposed of the interior, the poly-bags that hold the gel are recyclable and can be put straight into the recycling bin. The plastic may be rinsed free of gel and placed in a #4 recycle bin. 

Currently we do not take back food containers.

Please let us know if you have any other questions, comments or concerns in the meantime.