It is "Reuse Your Junk Day." George and the Man in the Yellow Hat plan to go to the lake for some fishing. However, they have to pick up loads of junk so that it can be reused before leaving.
The Planeteers explain the use of recycling so that we can use the same resources over again. In addition, they give some tips on shopping so we can limit our waste.
Beakman explains the stats of how much waste is generated daily. He then describes what happens to the waste in the trash dump and why recycling is really good for the environment.
In order for Gnocchi, the cat, to stay home with the chef, George has to create an environment where it can have fun and relax. George then creates some items for Gnocci to have fun using the things around him.