Bozeman Magazine

The Gallatin Solid Waste Management District, in partnership with YES Compost and Happy Trash Can, will host seven composting workshops across the county from September 25 through October 16. 

These one-hour sessions will cover the basics of composting, including: 

· What materials can and cannot be composted 

· How to start and maintain a compost pile or bin 

· Benefits of composting for your garden and the environment 

· Local composting services and drop-off options 

“Composting is one of the easiest and most effective ways to reduce household waste,” said Patty Howard, Recycling and Outreach Educator for the Gallatin Solid Waste Management District. “These workshops will help residents gain confidence in composting and take a big step toward sustainability at home.”  Workshops are open to all community members, no registration required. 

 

Workshop Schedule: 

· Sept. 25: Gallatin Gateway Community Center, 145 Mill St. – 5 to 6 PM 

· Oct. 1: Manhattan Conservation District Meeting Room, 120 5th St. – 5:30 to 6:30 PM 

· Oct. 1: Big Sky Chapel, 510 Little Coyote Rd. – 5 to 6 PM 

· Oct. 4: West Yellowstone Povah Center, 10 S. Geyser St. – 2 to 3 PM 

· Oct. 7: Three Forks Library, 607 S. Main St. – 5 to 6 PM 

· Oct. 9: Belgrade Library, 205 E. Main St. – 6 to 7 PM 

· Oct. 16: Bozeman Library, 626 E. Main St. – 6 to 7 PM