Master Composter Class
Schedule
Mon, 17 Mar, 2025 at 06:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
4116 E 15th St, Tulsa, OK, United States, Oklahoma 74112 | Tulsa, OK
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OSU Green Country Master CompostersPresent the 2025
Steve Wood Master Composter Training Class
WHAT IS IT: This series of classes and experiences:
• Provides participants with an in-depth understanding of the composting process
• Equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to compost successfully and to become more environmentally conscious
• Is taught by seasoned Master Composters; OSU & OU professors and other educators; commercial composters; and well-respected public and private sector experts.
Come for the knowledge. Come for the experiences.
Participants are encouraged, but not required, to pursue a Master Composter Certification.
Participants interested in attaining Master Composter Certification, will be expected to:
• Attend all classes
• Complete weekly assignments and quizzes
• Complete a composting-related project that has an educational component
Note: Participants working toward a Master Composter certification will be provided with assistance in deciding on and completing their projects.
WHEN: The classes run for seven consecutive Monday evenings from March 17, 2025 thru April 28, 2025. Seating is limited.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: EVERYONE who is interested in learning how to compost successfully and/or achieving a Master Composter Certification.
WHERE: Classes will be conducted at the OSU Extension Center at the Tulsa Fairgrounds, 4116 E. 15th Street-- In-person only at this time since we are not equipped for online programs.
HOW MUCH: Tuition for this program is $60.
Class hours can be used to fulfill continuing education requirements for Tulsa County Master Gardeners and possibly other organizations.
Tickets Now Available: Purchase your ticket online at www.tulsamastergardeners.org
Please note: Since seating is limited, if you find yourself unable to attend classes after registration and payment, refunds will only be given prior to the first class meeting. No refunds will be given after the class starts.
However, if you find yourself unable to attend the 2025 class after it has started, you are invited to attend the 2026 class at no additional charge.
Session 1: March 17, 2025, 6:00pm—9:00pm
Building Blocks
A Field Guide: Intro to Master Composting Class
Backyard Composting: What’s in it…How it works
Session 2: March 24,2025, 6:00pm—9:00pm
Composting: What’s in it…from me?
Building a Compost Bin: Outdoor Activity
Beyond Backyard Composting: Indoor Presentation
Session 3: March 31, 2025, 6:00pm—9:00pm
Compost Connections: Save Our Soils!
Outdoor Demonstration & Indoor Presentations:
Soil Health Principles & The Role of Compost in Soil Health
What Is Soil, Anyway?
Session 4: April 7, 2025, 6:00pm—9:00pm
Composting FBI: Critters in the Compost
Digging into the Compost Pile: Outdoor Activity
Invertebrates in the Compost: Indoor Presentation
Session 5: April 14, 2025, 6:00pm—9:00pm
Composting for Soil Regeneration
Living Soil: What is it? Why is it Better?
Vermicomposting: How and Why?
Session 6: April 21, 2025, 6:00pm—9:00pm
Beyond Backyard Composting:
Organic and Low-Till Gardening
Using Compost to Clean Contaminated Watersheds
Session 7: April 28, 2025 6:00pm—9:00pm
Connecting Many Dots
Wrap-up, project discussions, questions answered
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Where is it happening?
4116 E 15th St, Tulsa, OK, United States, Oklahoma 74112Event Location & Nearby Stays:
