Master Composter Bonnie Metzger will discuss ways in which you can minimize your carbon footprint and create natural nutrient-rich soil amendments with your food and yard waste. Visuals and examples demonstrate different bin types, finish compost and vermicast texture and readiness and how to use worm castings and compost tea safely and effectively.

Presenter Bio: Bonnie Metzger is a Solana Center for Environmental Innovation certified Master Composter.

Carlsbad City Library’s Grow Your Garden program lets you swap succulents, seeds, fruit, vegetables and herbs from your garden with your neighbors and learn new gardening techniques.