Sustainable Design and Organic Gardening

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About This Class:

Come learn all about how vermicomposting is one of the most sustainable and efficient ways to turn your kitchen scraps into valuable compost for your garden.  This interactive class combines theory and hands-on learning so you’ll leave with everything you need to know about starting and maintaining a thriving worm bin. From what to feed them to troubleshooting common issues, this class will guide you step-by-step through the vermicomposting process. Together we will build our own worm composting buckets for you to take home and whether you’re new to composting or looking to refine your skills, this class will leave you empowered to turn food scraps into a nutrient-rich resource for your plants.

 

What You Will Learn:

• The benefits of vermicomposting for your garden and the environment.

• How to choose the right type of worms for composting.

• Setting up and maintaining a worm bin system.

• What materials to feed worms and what to avoid.

• How to harvest and use worm castings as compost.

• Troubleshooting common vermicomposting challenges.

 

This Class Would Be Great For:

• Home gardeners seeking sustainable composting methods.

• Individuals without access to traditional composting systems. 

• Eco-conscious individuals looking to reduce kitchen waste.

• Anyone passionate about sustainability and soil health.
   

Class Summary:

• Duration: 3 hours, including lecture and hands-on worm bin creation.

• Format: Interactive, hands-on learning experience.

• Materials Provided: Worms, buckets, bedding, grit and an informative handout to guide you after the class.