It just wouldn't be Halloween without pumpkins. For this week's Green Halloween Tip, we decided to compile a list of ways to use every part of your pumpkin. Being eco-friendly means cutting back on waste and pumpkins are just too delicious to not make the most of them! 

Pumpkin Seeds - Roasted pumpkin seeds are an easy to make and healthy snack but if you're not a fan of them, saving your seeds is a great option. Even if you don't have room to grow pumpkins yourself, they make a great gift or can always be traded for other seeds in the spring. Just be sure to let them dry out completely before putting them into a bag or seed packet so that they don't get moldy. (Click here to learn more about Seed Swaps)

Pumpkin Guts - This part of the pumpkin is probably the most easy to overlook. While it's slimy texture can be great for occupying young children during pumpkin carving, its practical uses aren't quite as obvious. If you add a little food coloring to the mix and use your imagination, the guts can become a great addition to your decorations in the form of guts, brains, vomit and more. If you're planning a Halloween party with games, the pumpkin guts are an excellent option for a "guess what's in the box" type of game where guests must identify various substances or pretend body-parts by touch only. Finally, the guts can be used to make delicious breads!

Pumpkin Shell - There are countless recipes for this part of the pumpkin. From pie filling to breads and cookies there's something for everyone to enjoy. However, if your jack-o-lanterns are past the point of being an edible option, compost them. Make sure to break them down a bit before tossing them in. Smashing them can be stress relieving and fun before adding them into the compost pile!