Spring Thaw and Bales of Straw
Straw bales will be available for pick-up at the City’s Spring Thaw and Bales of Straw events.
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Straw bales will be available for pick-up at the City’s Spring Thaw and Bales of Straw events.
There is a lot to learn about composting at home, but you do not have to know it all to get started. Learn as you go and explore these opportunities.
See composting in action! Compost School has interpretive panels and hands-on examples of many different composting methods. It is open everyday to explore and learn at your own pace (take note of staffed days). Drop-in composting workshops are held in spring and summer.
Cost: Free
Location: Beside Fort Edmonton Park
Staffed: Staffed in the Spring and Summer
Want to drop off food scraps? Bring them to our designated bin! Visit ShareWaste.com for details. Thank you for helping Compost School. For questions, phone 780-668-0217 or email compost@edmonton.ca.
Workshops are a great way to learn the basics, get hands-on experience and ask specific questions.
In-person workshops are held at Compost School in spring and summer.
EPL offers many resources to learn about home composting, using compost, building healthy soil and creating sustainable landscapes.
Waste Services has a team of Master Composter Recycler volunteers who can help with your composting problems. Send your request to MCRP@edmonton.ca.
Reach us at compost@edmonton.ca or 780-668-0217.
Timely information and guidance, four times per year.
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Our staff and volunteers are ready to answer your questions.
Media inquiries should be directed through the appropriate media contact.
Title | Home Composting Programs |
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compost@edmonton.ca | |
Phone | 780-668-0217 |