Workshop Support: Backyard Composting Basics with California Rare Fruit Growers – Vista

At Solana Center, we believe in the power of outreach to educate and inspire others about sustainable practices such as composting, low-water landscaping, and food waste prevention. By volunteering with us, you can play a vital role in engaging workshop attendees, demonstrating techniques, and sharing our free resources. Join our team and make a positive impact on our community and the planet!

Workshop Topic: Join Solana Center for this 1-hour workshop hosted by CA Rare Fruit Growers, where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle, and how the resulting compost can benefit your plants, your soil, and the environment.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down the demo site to create an engaging workshop environment.

• Assist in advancing PowerPoint slides or managing our educational chart for seamless presentations.

• Engage attendees in interactive activities related to the workshop topic, fostering a hands-on learning experience.

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes:

• Attire: Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for standing, considering the weather and event location.

• Bring: Don’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, and feel free to pack snacks for break time.

• Experience Needed: Previous attendance at one volunteer event with Solana Center is required, unless you are a Master Composter graduate, already familiar with Solana Center, or knowledgeable about the workshop topic.

• Age Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

• Physical Requirements: Be ready to embrace hands-on work with worms, compost critters, and various outreach materials. You should also be able to comfortably lift up to 20 pounds.

This volunteer event is great for: 

By volunteering with Solana Center, you become a catalyst for change, inspiring others to adopt sustainable practices and protecting our planet. 

For questions regarding this volunteer opportunity, please email us at volunteer@solanacenter.org. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team of sustainability champions!