MASTER COMPOSTER/RECYCLERS are shown here teaching composting to area residents. Two upcoming workshops, each with two different dates, will offer area residents a chance to learn more about composting. Photo courtesy of the Master Composter/Recycler Program
Area residents can get ready for gardening season with Master Composter/Recycler composting workshops.
The workshops teach gardeners how to be earth-friendly and save money by turning yard waste and kitchen scraps into a rich garden amendment. Registration is required for all workshops and is available at www.columbiasprings.org/mcr/classes. Those without internet access may call (360) 882-0936, Ext. 224 to register.
Here’s a look at the upcoming workshops:
Backyard
Composting Workshop
Those who have questions about composting can get answers at this free workshop. The workshop is also for those who want to learn how to get their compost cooking, or those who wonder how to tell when their compost is finished, or what type of bin is best?
Class includes classroom introduction to basic composting science, and a visit to a composting demonstration site.
The workshop dates and locations are:
• Sat., May. 17, 10 a.m.-noon, held at Columbia Springs, 12208 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver.
• Sat., June 21, 10 a.m.-noon, held at C.A.S.E.E., Building B, 11104 NE 149th St. Brush Prairie.
Family Wormshop
This workshop is squiggly fun for the whole family. Participants will learn the care and feeding of red worms and discover how they can help you turn fruit and vegetable scraps from the kitchen into food for your garden or houseplants.
Children should be at least five years of age to participate. Participants receive a worm bin and red worms to take home for a $35 materials fee. Information is free, if you don’t want a bin and worms you can come for free.
The workshop dates and locations are:
• Thurs., May 22, 6-8 p.m., held at Columbia Springs, 12208 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver.
• Sat., June 28, 10 a.m.-noon, held at Held at CASEE, Building B, 11104 NE 149th St. Brush Prairie.
The Master Composter/Recycler Program is funded by Clark County Department of Environmental Services and administered by Columbia Springs. Columbia Springs provides environmental education opportunities for the community and students of all ages. Find more information on the web at www.columbiasprings.org.
