Ramsey County operates seven yard waste collection sites where residents can drop off leaves and clippings for free. The two nearest sites for Vadnais Heights residents are 5900 Sherwood Road in White Bear Township and 1881 Hudson Road, Arden Hills. Please note mechanical and hydraulic trailers and dump trucks are no longer allowed at the county sites. For hours of operation and a map of sites, go to ramseycounty.us/yardwaste.