Ramona Escondido
may
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their food waste, businesses may be wondering: How can I be in compliance, and how will this affect my bottom line?
The County of San Diego and Solana Center are here to help you understand the new legislation and find opportunity in the coming changes. From saving money, to creating press opportunities, to addressing climate change and regional food insecurity, your business has a lot to gain while staying ahead of state regulations!
In this workshop, we will cover the following topics
- Organic waste legislation (SB 1383) that impacts your business
- Impacts of wasted food on your business and the environment
- Practical tips and strategies to prevent food waste and save money
- Guidance on food donation, liability protection, and tax incentives
Register: https://bit.ly/3BbF9kG
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego
Time
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Online
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
May 12th, 2022 - 6:00 PM through 7:00 PM Join Solana Center and the Alpine Garden Club for this free workshop where you will learn the basics and many
Event Details
May 12th, 2022 – 6:00 PM through 7:00 PM
Join Solana Center and the Alpine Garden Club for this free workshop where you will learn the basics and many benefits of raising chickens at home. From producing beautiful, high-quality eggs, assisting in keeping waste out of the landfill, to protecting your garden from pests – chickens have a lot to offer! Plus, they are fun pets and are guaranteed to make you smile. Now that’s something to cluck about! Register in advance to hold your spot: https://bit.ly/3KYHO4S
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Alpine Branch Library
1752 Alpine Blvd.
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We invite you to come and load up whatever amount you need for your own benefit. Free if self-loaded, but we will also load anyone for a nominal fee.
All guests must comply with our SPVS Public Event Safety Guidelines listed at:
http://spvsoils.com/specials/
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location
San Pasqual Valley Soils
16111 Old Milky Way
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Join Solana Center for this 2-hour presentation where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and
Event Details
Join Solana Center for this 2-hour presentation where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and interactive demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle.
Special offer for those with plots at Sweetwater Community Garden! Gardeners are eligible to receive 1 free Soil Saver compost bin per person, per garden plot by attending the workshop*, courtesy of the County of San Diego. To reserve your free bin, please email compost@solanacenter.org by 12 PM on Thursday, May 12 so we can bring your bin to the workshop.
*If you have not received a free bin at a previous workshop/webinar.
Este seminario se ofrecerá en español al mediodía durante el mismo día 12- 2pm.
In this workshop, we will cover the following:
– What is composting and why it is so important
– What tools and materials you’ll need
– Which items are compostable and which are not
– Building and maintaining a compost pile
> One lucky attendee will WIN a free raffle prize!
Hold your spot:
English – https://bit.ly/3JH6dLD
Spanish – https://bit.ly/3JHQJGW
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego
Time
(Saturday) 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
june
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their
Event Details
California is leading our nation with groundbreaking legislation that addresses climate change by keeping organic materials out of our landfills. As Californians are asked to rethink how they manage their food waste, businesses may be wondering: How can I be in compliance, and how will this affect my bottom line?
The County of San Diego and Solana Center are here to help you understand the new legislation and find opportunities in the coming changes. From saving money, to creating press opportunities, to addressing climate change and regional food insecurity, your business has a lot to gain while staying ahead of state regulations!
In this workshop, we will cover the following topics:
- Organic waste legislation (SB 1383) that impacts your business
- Impacts of wasted food on your business and the environment
- Practical tips and strategies to prevent food waste and save money
- Guidance on food donation, liability protection, and tax incentives
Register: https://bit.ly/3N15vKB
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego
Time
(Friday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Online
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We invite you to come and load up whatever amount you need for your own benefit. Free if self-loaded, but we will also load anyone for a nominal fee.
All guests must comply with our SPVS Public Event Safety Guidelines listed at:
http://spvsoils.com/specials/
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location
San Pasqual Valley Soils
16111 Old Milky Way
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part "All About Vermicomposting" series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply! Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part “All About Vermicomposting” series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply!
Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is to build a home for red wigglers composting worms. This series will teach you the ins and outs of using red wiggler worms to eat your food scraps and prepare you for vermicomposting in your home or apartment.
Each class will include visual, hands-on demonstrations of vermicomposting systems. Unique content will be covered each week, so we recommend attending all three! Please register for each class that you plan to attend:
June 11 – Vermicomposting & Worm Bin Basics Workshop
June 18 – Getting Started with Vermicomposting – Setting up a “happy home” and feeding the worms
June 25 – From Care to Castings – Year-round care, troubleshooting, and harvesting
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
sat11jun9:00 amsat10:30 amVermicomposting and Worm Bin Basics9:00 am - 10:30 am
Event Details
June 11th, 2022 9:00 AM through 10:30 AM Join Solana Center for this workshop where you will learn about the magic of
Event Details
June 11th, 2022 9:00 AM through 10:30 AM
Join Solana Center for this workshop where you will learn about the magic of vermicomposting and how easy it is to build a home for red wiggler composting worms — the best pets you will ever have!
This workshop will cover
- The many benefits of vermicomposting for reducing waste and creating healthy gardens
- Basic requirements for a worm bin and where to site your bin
- Determine if a store bought or DIY bin is best for your home
- Examples of various bins and how to make your own stacking or in-ground bins
Location:
Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed and Farm Supply
215 W Fallbrook St.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field
Event Details
Become a Master Composter! The five-week Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, guest speakers, demonstrations, and a field trip.
- Minimize your carbon footprint. Keeping food and yard waste out of the landfill reduces harmful methane gas emissions.
- Use this “waste” to create amendments for your garden. Compost use reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
- Reduce water use and increase water retention. Compost increases your soil’s water-holding capacity and improves water retention.
The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, and a field trip. The course covers the following topics:
- Traditional composting
- Compost bin building and troubleshooting (in teams!)
- Vermicomposting
- Bokashi
- Bugs in your compost pile
- Environmental impacts
- Much more!
Master Composter certification requires attendance at all 5 classes, as well as 30 volunteer hours of related community service. Meet new people in this fun, hands-on course and develop your composting knowledge, all while serving your community! Class size is limited.
This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Week 1 – May 7
- Week 2 – May 14
- Week 3 – May 21
- [No class on Memorial Day weekend]
- Week 4 – June 4
- Week 5 – June 11
Residents of unincorporated San Diego County will receive preferential registration. All others will be placed on a waitlist and apprised of space available 1-2 weeks before the start of the course.
SPECIAL OFFER! All participants will receive a free kitchen scrap container* after attending the first two classes.
Class graduates will receive their choice of the following*: 1 Soil Saver traditional compost bin, or 1 Wriggly Wranch vermicompost bin.
Hold your free spot: https://bit.ly/35qdoJo
This course has been made possible through generous funding from the County of San Diego. In partnership with the Spring Valley Branch Library.
*Limit 1 per household.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part "All About Vermicomposting" series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply! Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part “All About Vermicomposting” series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply!
Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is to build a home for red wigglers composting worms. This series will teach you the ins and outs of using red wiggler worms to eat your food scraps and prepare you for vermicomposting in your home or apartment.
Each class will include visual, hands-on demonstrations of vermicomposting systems. Unique content will be covered each week, so we recommend attending all three! Please register for each class that you plan to attend:
June 11 – Vermicomposting & Worm Bin Basics Workshop
June 18 – Getting Started with Vermicomposting – Setting up a “happy home” and feeding the worms
June 25 – From Care to Castings – Year-round care, troubleshooting, and harvesting
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
sat18jun9:00 amsat10:30 amGetting Started with Vermicomposting9:00 am - 10:30 am
Event Details
Join Solana Center for this workshop where our experienced educators will discuss the unique physiology of red wiggler worms and explain how to prepare bedding for a worm bin, introduce and
Event Details
Join Solana Center for this workshop where our experienced educators will discuss the unique physiology of red wiggler worms and explain how to prepare bedding for a worm bin, introduce and feed your worms, and ensure your wiggly friends are comfortable in their new home.
This workshop will cover
- The anatomy of our special red wiggler worms
- Ingredients needed for worms to reproduce and thrive
- What worms can eat and methods for feeding food scraps
- Other compost critters found in healthy worm bin
Location: Fallbrook Fertilizer Feed and Farm Supply, 215 W Fallbrook St.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part "All About Vermicomposting" series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply! Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is
Event Details
Join Solana Center for a three-part “All About Vermicomposting” series at Fallbrook Fertilizer, Feed & Farm Supply!
Help the Earth- one worm bin at a time! Learn how easy it is to build a home for red wigglers composting worms. This series will teach you the ins and outs of using red wiggler worms to eat your food scraps and prepare you for vermicomposting in your home or apartment.
Each class will include visual, hands-on demonstrations of vermicomposting systems. Unique content will be covered each week, so we recommend attending all three! Please register for each class that you plan to attend:
June 11 – Vermicomposting & Worm Bin Basics Workshop
June 18 – Getting Started with Vermicomposting – Setting up a “happy home” and feeding the worms
June 25 – From Care to Castings – Year-round care, troubleshooting, and harvesting
Made possible through generous funding by the County of San Diego.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Organizer
Solana Center
july
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We invite you to come and load up whatever amount you need for your own benefit. Free if self-loaded, but we will also load anyone for a nominal fee.
All guests must comply with our SPVS Public Event Safety Guidelines listed at:
http://spvsoils.com/specials/
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location
San Pasqual Valley Soils
16111 Old Milky Way
august
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We invite you to come and load up whatever amount you need for your own benefit. Free if self-loaded, but we will also load anyone for a nominal fee.
All guests must comply with our SPVS Public Event Safety Guidelines listed at:
http://spvsoils.com/specials/
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location
San Pasqual Valley Soils
16111 Old Milky Way
september
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We
Event Details
San Pasqual Valley Soils loves to donate back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month, we will offer our Featured Product for free to the public. We invite you to come and load up whatever amount you need for your own benefit. Free if self-loaded, but we will also load anyone for a nominal fee.
All guests must comply with our SPVS Public Event Safety Guidelines listed at:
http://spvsoils.com/specials/
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 am - 1:30 pm
Location
San Pasqual Valley Soils
16111 Old Milky Way