Free Backyard Composting Workshops
Learn from the experts how to turn your garbage into gold for your garden!
You'll discover the different methods of backyard
composting, how composting conditions the soil for healthy plants,
and how you can save money and water. Visit the Solana
Center for Environmental Innovation for workshop locations and to
make a reservation, or call the Rotline at (760)436-7986, extension 222.
Master Composter Training Course
Become an expert in composting, meet new people and participate in interesting
events, all while serving your community. The Master Composter course provides
training in the art and science of composting, soil management and how to
teach it to others. Certification requires attendance once a week at the
5 week course and completion of 30 hours of community outreach. People of
all ages and abilities are encouraged to apply. A $5 materials fee will
be collected at the first class session. For information and to register
for the course, visit Solana Center
for Environmental Innovation, or call (760) 436-7986, extension 217.
Schedule
Classes are held in the Auditorium of the Environmental Services Department's
Ridgehaven "Green Building" at 9601 Ridgehaven Ct., San Diego,
CA 92123 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., plus two field trips. The next course
will be held in spring 2010. Check back for dates.
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