Backyard composting
Composting is one of the best opportunities to reduce our trash — about 25 percent of what we throw away is organic materials like food scraps and compostable paper that could be put to better use as compost. Composting involves collecting food scraps and non-recyclable paper to be turned into compost in a bin in your yard. This process creates a nutrient-rich material that can be used in gardens and landscaping projects.
Free backyard composting workshops
Learn how to set up your compost pile, what materials you can compost, how to get the mix right, and more from Composting and Recycling Specialist, Kira Berglund. Download the half page workshop flyer (PDF) or the full page workshop poster (PDF) to promote the events.
Webinar dates:
- Tuesday, April 30 from 7 to 8 p.m. Virtual on Zoom. This event has passed.
- Monday, May 6 from noon to 1 p.m. Virtual on Zoom. This event has passed.
In-person workshop:
- Saturday, May 18 from 10 to 11 a.m. In-person. Register.
- Location: Hopkins Library, 22 11th Avenue North, Hopkins
There is no charge to sign up, but registration is required.
Watch the recording of the spring 2023 backyard composting webinar (YouTube).