Chasing arrows

I am trying to avoid using disposables, especially plastics. They're just not good for the environment, often end up in landfills for years on end rather than being recycled, and have potential health consequences. 

Yet plastics can be hard to avoid. im becoming conscious of the plastics I buy and am learning more about what can and can't be recycled.  Ever notice the chasing arrows triangle on plastics? Our local waste management company accepts all with symbols 1-7.  At the very least, if I cant avoid buying these, I can make sure these go in the recycle bin, not the trash.

Do you examine your plastic containers for recyclable chasing arrows?