2006 Master Composter Training

Grow a Greener Community!

Become a Master Composter

Inspire others and make a difference in your community. The annual Master Composter Training Program is currently accepting applications for the 2006 Class.

Participants will:

· Attend weekly classes from February 7 to May 16, 2006

· Learn compost and Bay-Friendly Gardening theory and practice

· Give back to the community by completing a compost outreach project

· Receive a compost bin and helpful reference books

· Gain valuable job skills

· Earn College Credit

Teachers who complete the program are eligible for a $200 stipend to use towards school garden and/or classroom compost activities.

Stopwaste.org offers this 4-month training and environmental education program to promote the recycling of organic materials on the community level. Applications are due by January 13, 2006; visit our website at http://www.BayFriendly.org to apply on-line or download an application.

For more information, please contact call (510) 444-SOIL or visit http://www.BayFriendly.org and look for Master Composter Training in the “What’s New” section.