Rubber boots keep feet dry in the rain and when working near water. But eventually they split, crack or just wear out, or become too small. What's an ecologically minded rubber boot lover to do? Rubber boots are typically not recyclable. Most recycled rubber is from tires and transformed into playground covering, floor mats, mulch and other products. Rubber boots can, however, be re-purposed.

Turn old rubber boots into planters by filling a boot with soil and seeds.

Cut off the top-portion of the boot to create rubber garden shoes.

Old rubber boots find new purpose on a scare crow.

An old rubber boot can entertain a rambunctious kitten.

Rubber boots make mud puddles more fun. Re-use outgrown rubber boots by sharing with friends or donating to others who can enjoy them.