Have you heard of The Freecycle Network (see www.freecycle.org)? Back in the UK I've used my local Oxford-based group on several occasions to dispose of good items that would otherwise just go to landfill sites. Here in Zurich I had (and still have) an unwanted bed to give away, so I managed to track down the Zurich branch of Freecycle at http://de.groups.yahoo.com/group/FreecycleZuerich_CH/ and post my offer there. Unfortunately the group doesn't seem to have any active members, so I'm not likely to get any takers for the bed! Apart from ricardo.ch and the Brockis, is there an alternative network that the Swiss use for recycling?
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Oct 3, 2009 @ 11:00
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Have you heard of The Freecycle Network (see www.freecycle.org)? Back in the UK I've used my local Oxford-based group on several occasions to dispose of good items that would otherwise just go to landfill sites. Here in Zurich I had (and still have) an unwanted bed to give away, so I managed to track down the Zurich branch of Freecycle at http://de.groups.yahoo.com/group/FreecycleZuerich_CH/ and post my offer there. Unfortunately the group doesn't seem to have any active members, so I'm not likely to get any takers for the bed! Apart from ricardo.ch and the Brockis, is there an alternative network that the Swiss use for recycling?
TinnersOct 3, 2009 @ 11:00
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Oct 3, 2009 @ 23:49
They use Brockis.
I assume, if the goods are of significant value, they will collect them.
I assume, if the goods are of significant value, they will collect them.
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They use Brockis.
I assume, if the goods are of significant value, they will collect them.
rainer_d, Oct 3, 2009 @ 23:49
I assume, if the goods are of significant value, they will collect them.
rainer_d, Oct 3, 2009 @ 23:49
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Oct 4, 2009 @ 09:16
There is also a Free Stuff section in the Classifieds of World Radio Switzerland.
Works a treat.
Works a treat.
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There is also a Free Stuff section in the Classifieds of World Radio Switzerland.
Works a treat.
susflo, Oct 4, 2009 @ 09:16
Works a treat.
susflo, Oct 4, 2009 @ 09:16
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Oct 4, 2009 @ 09:33
I use Freecycle Geneva which is fairly active, but sadly from time to time they give us statistics about other groups in Switzerland, which confirms your experience. And I agree with you - it is a great way of disposing of thingswithout filling up landfills.
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I use Freecycle Geneva which is fairly active, but sadly from time to time they give us statistics about other groups in Switzerland, which confirms your experience. And I agree with you - it is a great way of disposing of thingswithout filling up landfills.
harris, Oct 4, 2009 @ 09:33
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Oct 13, 2009 @ 01:38
The germanic Swiss would be too embarrassed to come and collect a free item
advertised in freecycle... haha
So yes, most use the Brockis, or
you could try advertising in your local supermarket, or www.gratis-inserate.ch, there is a gratis
section.
advertised in freecycle... haha
So yes, most use the Brockis, or
you could try advertising in your local supermarket, or www.gratis-inserate.ch, there is a gratis
section.
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The germanic Swiss would be too embarrassed to come and collect a free item
advertised in freecycle... haha
So yes, most use the Brockis, or
you could try advertising in your local supermarket, or www.gratis-inserate.ch, there is a gratis
section.
Jana Cyberia, Oct 13, 2009 @ 01:38
advertised in freecycle... haha
So yes, most use the Brockis, or
you could try advertising in your local supermarket, or www.gratis-inserate.ch, there is a gratis
section.
Jana Cyberia, Oct 13, 2009 @ 01:38
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Nov 14, 2009 @ 21:49
Hi
You can also try:
http://www.englishforum.ch/index.php?page=home (they have a free stuff section)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Expats-in-Zurich/ you can just post there, expats are not shy to take free goodies ;)
or as Orchydea said, http://www.couchsurfing.org/ then join Zurich group, lost of students there would be happy to take the bed off you.
Good luck!
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Hi
You can also try:
http://www.englishforum.ch/index.php?page=home (they have a free stuff section)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Expats-in-Zurich/ you can just post there, expats are not shy to take free goodies ;)
or as Orchydea said, http://www.couchsurfing.org/ then join Zurich group, lost of students there would be happy to take the bed off you.
Good luck!
danekova, Nov 14, 2009 @ 21:49
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Nov 14, 2009 @ 22:08
Orchydia, thanks again for your useful message. Since my original posting, I left Zurich at short notice and moved to Montpellier (I was offered a contract on condition that I could start the following week). Thanks to your suggestion, I registered with www.couchsurfing.com and found places to sleep for a few nights until I had sorted out more permanent accommodation. The people who offer a bed or a couch to strangers are typically open, generous individuals, and I received a warm welcome to Montpellier this way. Through www.appartager.com I found a room with a lovely family here, so I get to improve my French and enjoy excellent food every day. Come and visit next time you're in the South of France!
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Orchydia, thanks again for your useful message. Since my original posting, I left Zurich at short notice and moved to Montpellier (I was offered a contract on condition that I could start the following week). Thanks to your suggestion, I registered with www.couchsurfing.com and found places to sleep for a few nights until I had sorted out more permanent accommodation. The people who offer a bed or a couch to strangers are typically open, generous individuals, and I received a warm welcome to Montpellier this way. Through www.appartager.com I found a room with a lovely family here, so I get to improve my French and enjoy excellent food every day. Come and visit next time you're in the South of France!
+33 (0)6 48 87 04 19
Tinners, Nov 14, 2009 @ 22:08
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