The URI Master Composter Program trains volunteers to compost and to become advocates for composting and recycling within their local community and around the state. To earn the title 'URI Master Composter,' participants must complete both days of training and a volunteer commitment of at least 30 hours; however, the training is open to everyone whether you choose to become a volunteer or not. This training is appropriate whether you are a beginner or seasoned composter!
Lecture Topics
This two-day training will be a combination of lectures and field trips throughout Rhode Island.
Compost fundamentals
Vermicomposting
Science of composting
Waste & resource management in RI
Field Trips
Earth Care Farm, Charlestown
The Worm Ladies, Charlestown
Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC), Johnston
Southside Community Landtrust, Providence
Roger Williams Park Community Garden, Providence
URI Master Composter, Kevin Fetzer, working with local schools to build compost bins
2-day training includes meals for day 1 and materials. $125.00
Day 1:
October 18th
URI Kingston Campus & Charlestown, RI
8:00-8:30 am
Registration
8:30-11:30 am
Lectures
11:45-12:15 pm
Lunch (provided)
12:30-2 pm
Field Trip at Earth Care Farm
2:30-3:30 pm
Field Trip at The Worm Ladies
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Day 2:
October 25th
Johnston &
Providence, RI
9:30-11 am
Tour of RIRRC (including large-scale compost operation)
11:00- 12:00 pm
Lecture at RIRRC
12:00- 1:00 pm
Lunch on your own or as a group in the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center
