With Christmas over, many families are looking for something to do with their Christmas trees. Cities across Central Texas offer free Christmas tree recycling for those who want to get rid of their trees but also want to help the earth.

'Small fish eat the aquatic insects that find a home in the tree branches. The fish also use the trees as a hiding place. As a result, fishing is improved around the recycled trees because more fish congregate in these areas.'

McKinney residents can use curbside collection or a designated drop-off location to have their live Christmas tree composted through Jan. 19, according to the city’s website.