Composting & Vermiculture Basics Workshop

Composting & Vermiculture Basics Workshop

Come join us at the Heart & Soil People's Garden for a hands-on workshop on composting and vermiculture basics! Learn how to turn your kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil for your garden. Our expert instructors will guide you through the process step by step, so you can start your own compost pile or worm bin at home. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to reduce waste and improve their soil health. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get your hands dirty and learn something new!

1:00 PM – Welcome & Introduction

• Brief introduction to the space and its composting system
• Overview of what you'll will learn
• Importance of composting for soil health and sustainability

1:15 PM – Composting Basics

• What is composting?
• The science behind decomposition
• Essential components: Browns (carbon), Greens (nitrogen), Water, and Air
• Common composting mistakes and troubleshooting

1:40 PM – Vermiculture (Worm Composting)

• Introduction to vermiculture and how it differs from traditional composting
• Benefits of worm castings for soil health
• How to set up and maintain a worm bin
• Feeding and caring for composting worms

2:00 PM – Hands-on Demonstration at the Garden Compost System

• How to layer compost materials properly
• Turning and maintaining compost for best results
• Checking compost maturity and using finished compost
• Harvesting worm castings

2:20 PM – Raffle & Q&A Session

• Raffle giveaway of 5-gallon buckets of compost, worm castings, and other soil amendments
• Open floor for questions and discussions

2:30 PM – Closing & Next Steps

Host or Publisher The Growth Spot