Find the black gold that develops when we carefully manage waste. Learn about compost and how turning the plant matter, layering different types of waste, and building up heat is an important part of this rich transformation. Get hands on in the process of sorting, sifting and redistributing our compost to keep our soil communities healthy and creates abundance.

Karen Washington, a.k.a. Mama K, award winning, much-lauded activist, farmer, community organizer and soil steward, will lead you in the joy of uncovering greatness in composting. Soak in the knowledge and stories she shares as you learn time-honored, organic methods to build healthier soil, the foundation to all we grow.

Time: 2 - 3 hours 

Participant cap: 40 people

Rise & Root Farm is a mission driven farm providing produce to emergency food providers and education about food and farming to school groups and organizations. Your fees help support the food access and education work we do. Thank you!