Home Compost & Waste Reduction Workshop

Join our Director of Gardens, Jason Kamp and Karolyn Schalk, Master Gardener for a Home Compost & Waste Reduction Workshop. During this educational and informative session, you will learn how to reduce waste at home through composting. Learn practical tips and tricks to turn your kitchen scraps into a nutrient-rich soil amendment for your garden. This hands-on workshop will teach you everything you need to know to start your composting and waste reduction journey. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment!

Topics to be covered in this workshop:
Basic compost science, concepts and vocabulary.
Ecological/environment impact*…the “why?”….compost as VALUABLE resource.
Kitchen waste, solutions for kitchen waste, countertop bin, saving for vegetable stock.
Backyard/garden waste, solutions for backyard compost.
Types of bins, tips for success, problems and troubleshooting.
Vermicomposting-Dig into the world of worms.
In-bed composting — mesh waste basket, 4″PVC with holes.
Lasagna mulching & “compost in place” strategies.
Using finished compost in your garden.
Community composting initiatives

*50% of the typical bag of household garbage set out at the curb is compostable. Close to 25% is food scraps alone, with the remaining waste a combination of paper/cardboard, yard trimmings and wood waste. – ILSR, Institute for Local Self-Reliance

This workshop will take place at the Soil & Stars Education Center, 10020 Reading Road, Evendale, Ohio 45241. Non-member ticket includes admission to the farm for the day.