Learn all about the amazing benefits of using worms to turn food scraps and other organic waste into nutrient-rich fertilizer for your plants. Local expert, Ryan Skinner, from RAW Sustainable Living, will provide you with all the information you need to get started, including how to choose the right worms, what to feed them, common mistakes, and how to maintain a healthy and productive colony. During the class, you will also have the chance to create your very own starter worm bin to take home! 

All materials (including worms) will be provided, and you will be guided through the process step by step, so you can leave feeling confident, and ready to start composting with worms. This is a great opportunity to meet other like-minded individuals, learn something new, and make a positive impact on the environment.

About the Instructor:

Ryan Skinner is a passionate advocate for sustainable living and believes that composting is one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce waste and protect the environment. He has been raising worms for nearly a decade and lovingly tends to thousands everyday on his farm (RAW Sustainable Living). He enjoys teaching others about the benefits of vermicompost and composting and is passionate about making these techniques accessible to everyone. Regardless of their living situation, he believes that anyone can compost, whether they live in a small apartment or a large house with a backyard. With a little bit of know-how and the right tools, anyone can turn their organic waste into nutrient-rich compost for their plants and make a positive impact on our planet!

Audience: All ages welcome

Location: Fauna Wing of the Sims Education Center

Cost: $60/person ($48 Fernwood members) - Please register by April 22