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SUMMARY:Composting Education Workshop: Backyard Composting
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Series: Backyard Composting\nParticipants will learn how backyard composting works\, how it differs from other composting methods\, and how to build and maintain a system that fits their daily routines. Through guided instruction\, demonstrations\, and hands-on activities\, you’ll explore the full process—from collecting materials to building\, managing\, and using finished compost—while developing realistic expectations for composting at home. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nIntroduction to different composting systems\nLearn to recognize stages of the decomposition process\nHow to build and manage a compost system\nComposting materials and balance\nThe key elements of composting: moisture\, airflow\, material balance\nFood waste collection and compost system placement.\nTroubleshooting tips to avoid common mistakes\nHow to finish\, sift\, and compost application\nHow compost improves soil health\, structure\, and water retention.\n\nWhy attend?\nBackyard composting is one of the most practical ways to reduce household waste while improving soil and supporting healthy plant growth. This workshop will help you: \n\nUnderstand how much organic material is being lost to the waste stream—and how to return it to a natural cycle.\nGain practical\, hands-on skills you can apply immediately at home.\nBuild confidence in creating and maintaining a compost system that fits your space and lifestyle.\n\nWhether you’re new to composting or looking to expand your skills\, this workshop offers practical tools and confidence to support informed\, meaningful action. \nThis workshop is provided Free to Kitsap County residents. \nFunding for this education is provided by Kitsap County Public Works\, Solid Waste Division.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/composting-education-workshop-backyard-composting/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Blueberry Park\, 737 Sylvan Way\, Bremerton\, WA 98310\, USA\, Bremerton\, Washington\, 98310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Compost
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SUMMARY:Composting Education Workshop: Backyard Composting
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Series: Backyard Composting\nParticipants will learn how backyard composting works\, how it differs from other composting methods\, and how to build and maintain a system that fits their daily routines. Through guided instruction\, demonstrations\, and hands-on activities\, you’ll explore the full process—from collecting materials to building\, managing\, and using finished compost—while developing realistic expectations for composting at home. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nIntroduction to different composting systems\nLearn to recognize stages of the decomposition process\nHow to build and manage a compost system\nComposting materials and balance\nThe key elements of composting: moisture\, airflow\, material balance\nFood waste collection and compost system placement.\nTroubleshooting tips to avoid common mistakes\nHow to finish\, sift\, and compost application\nHow compost improves soil health\, structure\, and water retention.\n\nWhy attend?\nBackyard composting is one of the most practical ways to reduce household waste while improving soil and supporting healthy plant growth. This workshop will help you: \n\nUnderstand how much organic material is being lost to the waste stream—and how to return it to a natural cycle.\nGain practical\, hands-on skills you can apply immediately at home.\nBuild confidence in creating and maintaining a compost system that fits your space and lifestyle.\n\nWhether you’re new to composting or looking to expand your skills\, this workshop offers practical tools and confidence to support informed\, meaningful action. \nThis workshop is provided Free to Kitsap County residents. \nFunding for this education is provided by Kitsap County Public Works\, Solid Waste Division.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/composting-education-workshop-backyard-composting/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Blueberry Park\, 737 Sylvan Way\, Bremerton\, WA 98310\, USA\, Bremerton\, Washington\, 98310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Compost
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SUMMARY:4-H Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:4-H Council Meetings are the 1st Wednesday of each month\, 6:30 at Eagles Nest (in person and via Zoom). January and July meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of the month due to holidays. \nEagle’s Nest Community Building\n1195 NW Fairgrounds Road\, Bremerton WA 98311 \nContact Lis Nilsson for more info – \nElisabeth Nilsson\n4-H Program Coordinator\nelisabeth.nilsson@wsu.edu\n(360) 228-7307
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/4-h-council-meeting/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Kitsap County Fairgrounds – Eagles Nest\, 1195 NW FAirgrounds Road\, Bremerton\, WA\, 98311\, United States
CATEGORIES:4-H
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elisabeth%20Nilsson":MAILTO:elisabeth.nilsson@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Composting Education Workshop: Vermiculture
DESCRIPTION:Composting Education Workshop Series: Vermiculture Composting\nThis session takes a deeper dive into vermiculture\, an indoor or outdoor -friendly method using worms to recycle food scraps into nutrient-rich compost. \nParticipants will learn what vermiculture is\, how the system works\, and how to build and maintain a “worm” bin. Through guided instruction and hands-on learning\, you’ll explore the full vermiculture process—from setup to use—while building realistic expectations for how it can work in your own home to divert food scraps. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhat vermiculture is and how worms transform food scraps into compost\nHow to set up a worm bin\, including DIY options\nStep-by-step guidance on managing the system\nCommon troubleshooting tips and how to avoid common mistakes\nHow to make your own compost tea to boost soil health\n\nWhy attend?\nVermiculture plays an important role in reducing food waste\, building nutrient-rich soil\, and making composting accessible for homes with limited space. This workshop will help you: \n\nUnderstand the environmental benefits of vermiculture\nGain practical skills you can apply immediately\nDecide if vermiculture is the right composting method for your household\n\nWhether you’re new to composting or looking to expand your skills\, this workshop offers practical tools and confidence to support informed\, meaningful action. \n  \nThis workshop is provided Free to Kitsap County residents. \nFunding for this education is provided by Kitsap County Public Works\, Solid Waste Division.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/backyard-composting-with-vermiculture/
LOCATION:Norm Dicks Government Center – First Floor Chambers\, 345 6th Street\, Bremerton\, WA 98337\, USA\, Bremerton\, Washington\, 98337\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Compost
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SUMMARY:Composting Education Workshop: Bokashi Composting
DESCRIPTION:Composting Education Workshop Series: Bokashi Composting\nThis workshop is one of four hands-on composting classes focused on different composting systems: vermicomposting\, bokashi\, hot composting\, and cold composting. This session takes a deeper dive into Bokashi composting\, an indoor\, fermentation-based method well suited for many households and living situations. \nParticipants will learn what Bokashi composting is\, how the system works\, and how it differs from other composting methods. Through guided instruction and hands-on learning\, you’ll explore the full Bokashi process—from setup to use—while building realistic expectations for how it can work in your own home to divert food scraps and organic waste from the landfill. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhat Bokashi composting is and how the fermentation process works\nHow to set up a Bokashi system\, including DIY options\nStep-by-step guidance on managing the process\nCommon troubleshooting tips and how to avoid common mistakes\nHow to make and use Bokashi Tea\n\nWhy attend?\nBokashi composting plays an important role in reducing food waste\, supporting soil health\, and expanding access to composting for people with limited outdoor space. This workshop will help you: \n\nUnderstand the environmental benefits of Bokashi composting\nGain practical skills you can apply immediately\nDecide if Bokashi is the right composting method for your household\n\nWhether you’re new to composting or looking to expand your skills\, this workshop offers practical tools and confidence to support informed\, meaningful action. \n  \nThis workshop is provided Free to Kitsap County residents. \nFunding for this education is provided by Kitsap County Public Works\, Solid Waste Division.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/bokashi-composting/
LOCATION:Norm Dicks Government Center – First Floor Chambers\, 345 6th Street\, Bremerton\, WA 98337\, USA\, Bremerton\, Washington\, 98337\, United States
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