Event

Vermicomposting 101

Workshop Description: The class will start with a review ofcomposting basics. We will briefly discuss different types of composting, including: traditional, hot, bokashi, and black soldier fly larvae. We will then focus on vermicomposting (composting with earthworms). Topics include: the science of vermicomposting, how to create a hospitable home for your worms, dos and don'ts for feeding your worms food scraps, troubleshooting problems with your bin, and ways to harvest your vermicompost.

Participants will then use the tools and supplies provided to build their own worm bin from recycled 3 and 5 gallon food grade buckets, make worm bedding, and bring 1000 or so worms home with you after the workshop.

About the Instructor: George Zahka, founder of Infinite
Compost, has been composting for the past 10 years. Three years ago he welcomed 1000 red wiggler composting
worms into his family, and he now has over 50,000 worms
hanging out in his basement (in bins). You can learn more about his composting exploits at www.infinitecompost.com

Pre-registration is required unless arranged by phone with organizer.
For more information, contact Jamie Lombardo, Education Events Coordinator, at Jamie@nofamass.org or 860-966-6368.

This workshop has a 15-person limit, register early.
Refund Policy: Refunds are given up until 10 days prior to the eventminus a 15% processing fee.
No refunds are provided within 10 days of event.