Welcome to our after-season blog posts! Now that fireworks are done, and over for the season. You might be asking how to dispose of your spent fireworks. Let's go over the proper ways to dispose of spent cakes, or fountains. Fireworks cannot be recycled or composted. If possible, bring the fireworks to your local solid waste center. Make sure to tell the workers at the waste center that you are disposing of fireworks – and whether they are live, spent, or duds. They have diffrent processes to dispose of each of this kind of fireworks in these states. However, you can add the cardboard casing to your compost heap after you've emptied the contents, opened the casing, and removed any remaining particles. Including all of the metals and gunpowder and giving it a good brush, the cardboard can be added to the compost heap. After removing the casing you'll be able to burn the rest including tubes, full fountains, or spent ground items in a firepit (if fireworks are completely spent, make sure they do not have any live or dud parts of your cake, fountain, and or ground items).

Fireworks are not completely compostable due to the heavy metals used to create the colors, but we can reuse a few things. You can use the sticks from rocket fireworks as plant supports, spent cold sparklers can be used as plant ties depending on the flexibility of each one, make sure they have been burnt down to the end to prevent any potential accidents.

Just like a full circle, after getting rid of your fireworks, soon enough it's time to get more. Taking the time to buy your fireworks early ensures you get the best selection of products before the rush begins. By shopping ahead, you can avoid the last-minute crowds and have the peace of mind that your favorite fireworks will be available and ready for your celebration. Getting fireworks early also means you'll have to store these fireworks somewhere. The safest way to store consumer fireworks is to keep them in a cool, dry place, away from any sources of heat, flames, or sparks. Store them in a secure, locked container or cabinet to prevent unauthorized access, especially by children. Ensure the storage area is well-ventilated and free from moisture to prevent the breaking down or damage of the fireworks. Always follow any additional storage instructions provided by the manufacturer.

 

Being educated on fireworks is always a good thing to do. If you ever want to be more educated and learn more about fireworks, we are a part of fantastic conventions that allow you to learn and see some of the most beautiful fireworks shows this world has to offer. If you have never heard of a pyro-musical, then it's time to go see one. https://pgi.org/ This link goes to a website known as PGI (Pyrotechnics Guild International) where you can become a part of our community, The PGI holds a week-long event held in early August, in a variety of US locations. From buying and lighting fireworks to the world's best fireworks show/pyro musicals, and building and creating your own fireworks to shoot. There's a little bit of everything for the average to advanced pyro to get into. There is also, another convention that we would recommend for all our pyro needs. https://skywarsevent.com/ Sky Wars is a choreographed series of the most exciting firework displays produced by the nation’s finest pyrotechnicians. Highlights include gasoline fireballs, high-intensity flames, spinning wheels, spark fountains, and a rainbow of colors illuminating the night sky. Sky Wars takes place on a huge 300+ acre field (much like a country fair) with a grassy terrain. The furthest you will have to walk – from General Admission parking to the fireworks viewing field – is approximately two to three city blocks. Both of these events are family-friendly and would love to have your support in creating a bigger and more fantastic pyro community.