MASTER COMPOSTER/RECYCLER PROGRAM KICKS OFF 2020 CLASS
APPLICATIONS BEING
ACCEPTED NOW
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For
more than 30 years, the Spokane County Master Composters/Recyclers have taught
others the value of reducing waste through better recycling and home
composting Applications are now being accepted for the next class
sponsored by the Spokane County Regional Solid Waste System (SCRSWS). The
course is free and open to county residents who want to learn simple, natural
ways to build and retain healthy soil, reduce waste and pollution, and make a
valuable contribution to their community.
The
Master Composter/Recycler training program is composed of six sessions that
include lecture, discussion and hands-on activities, as well as participation
at the annual Arbor Day Compost Fair at Spokane’s Finch Arboretum.
Classes
are held on six consecutive Mondays from March 23 through April 27 from 5:30 to
8 p.m., and two Saturdays, March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to noon and April 25 from
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Spring Compost Fair. Most sessions are held at the
WSU/Spokane County Extension Building at 222 N. Havana.
Classes
are taught by Master Composters/Recyclers and SCRSWS staff. After completion of
all class sessions, participants receive a certificate of completion and a
complimentary compost bin.
Individuals
who complete the program agree to volunteer at least 40 hours helping others
learn more about composting and recycling through presentations, working in
outreach booths and at clean-up events, or whatever activities fit their
skills. This involvement is in exchange for training, materials and the compost
bin.
Class size is limited, and applications are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Deadline to apply is March 6. For applications or additional information, visit https://www.spokanecounty.org/2024/Master-Composter-Program or call 509-625-6580.