Complete Composting Workshop

2811 Jackson Street,Dubuque IA 52001

13 November, 2021

Description

Learn all about composting before building your own two-compartment outdoor bin to take home. There are so many benefits of composting – for the environment, for the economy, and for our communities! Whether you are a gardener looking for a free and fresh supply of fertilizer for your plants, or an environmentalist looking for ways to decrease your carbon footprint or help eliminate food waste from ending up in the landfill – composting is a simple and rewarding way to accomplish your goals. Join Convivium’s Farm Manager, A.J., for this one-day workshop where you will learn everything you need to know to start (or improve) your compost bin, as well as build your own two-compartment outdoor bin to take home. Specific topics covered include: How does compost workWho lives in a compost pileThe different types of bins and set-upsMaintaining a compost bin so you don’t attract raccoons or funky smells that make your neighbors madHarvesting and using your compostVermicomposting – how to use worms to compost (can be done indoors)Step-by-step instructions on how to build your own outdoor composting binSCHEDULE OF THE DAYThe morning of the class will be used to cover the above topics with in-depth explanations and hands-on demonstrations from a very passionate instructor. There we will be a lunch break around 12 pm to eat. Your class registration includes lunch (a pre-set menu, see more details below*). In the afternoon, you will step into the learning center to build your own compost bin to take home to start using and composting immediately! These two compartment bins are 6’x3’x3’ (see photo below). All materials and instructions will be provided; participants must be 18+ or accompanied by an adult. *The lunch provided with consist of a ___ wrap, chips, a fruit cup and water. Our restaurant and coffee shop will also be open during this time, you are welcome to order off of the menu on your own tab. Read what other Complete Composting Workshop participants have to say: More Convivium Composting Classes We are also offering two other composting classes this fall: an educational Vermicomposting Class on Thursday, November 4th (click here to read more) and a Composting Class, similar to this workshop, but without building your own bin, on Thursday, October 14 (click here to read more). SLIDING SCALEConvivium is a nonprofit committed to helping increase accessibility to the tools and knowledge of how to grow and prepare your own food. As part of this commitment, and in pursuit of a more wholesome and secure food experience for all, Convivium is now offering most of our classes on a sliding scale. The sliding scale system allows for classes to be obtained at multiple price points, based on the circumstances of the participant. It allows folks who may otherwise be priced out of something to have the chance to take part in it. How it worksWhen completing your registration, please self-select from the following three payment levels: Contributor: The contributor level is a pay-what-you-can option that allows you to do just that – pay what you are able to for the class, at this time. For workshops like this one, this level covers the cost of materials (in this case, $65). If this fee, or paying with a credit card, is a barrier, please call us at 563.557.2900. Supporter: The supporter level is the normal ticket price of this class. It covers all the supplies and materials needed, as well as the instructor fee. Sustainer: The sustainer level is a buy-one, give-one model that covers the complete cost of your class plus a small donation that helps supplement the cost of a Contributor level participant. By choosing this level, you are ensuring we can continue to offer this class in a way that is accessible and affordable to all – thank you for your generosity. A note on refunds: Convivium Urban Farmstead has a no refund policy for all classes and workshops. If you are unable to participant in the class after you registered, your fee will be donated to our pay-what-you-can sliding scale level, which helps to ensure our classes are accessible and affordable to all. However, if Convivium cancels or reschedules a class for any reason (weather, instructor illness, etc.), participants will be notified as early as possible by email and their registration will automatically be transferred to the date of the rescheduled class. In the case that the participant cannot make the rescheduled class date, Convivium will issue a gift card in the full amount of the class that can be used toward any future class. This gift card can be mailed to the participant or picked up at Convivium (2811 Jackson St. Dubuque, IA 52001). We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your cooperation. Convivivum Urban Farmstead is a non-profit dedicated to creating community around food production, preservation, preparation and enjoyment.