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  • Subject: [tcrp-news] Fwd: 2010 Master Composter training announcement
  • Date: Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:41:53 -0500

Dear Friends--Forwarded on behalf of the Master Composter program.  Composting at all levels is going to become increasingly important to sustainable food production systems as we enter the pending energy descent. I am a Master Composter and it has been a very rewarding experience.  Please pass this message on to your various networks.   Tom

Become a MASTER COMPOSTER! Get involved and have fun volunteering in the community. Learn all about composting and then teach others. Training involves ten Wednesday evening classes from February 17 – May 5 (no class March 24) and related volunteer work. Application deadline extended to Friday, February 5. For more information or to request an application, call the “Rotline” (272-2292), email Adam Michaelides at acm1 AT cornell.edu or stop by Cooperative Extension at 615 Willow Avenue in Ithaca. More info and applications also available online: www.ccetompkins.org/compost
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WHAT: 2010 Master Composter Training
WHEN: 10 Wed evening classes from Feb 17 - May 5 (no class Mar 24)
            + related volunteer work, Application Deadline: extended to Friday, Feb 5
WHERE: Cooperative Extension Education Center, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca
COST: $40 training deposit, refunded upon completion of volunteer hours
CONTACT: Adam Michaelides, Program Manager
                272-2292 x 124 or acm1 AT cornell.edu

Master Composters are enthusiastic community volunteers that are committed to promoting responsible composting in Tompkins County. The training program covers all aspects of composting, including the basic science, systems and methods for indoor and outdoor composting, troubleshooting, how to assess and use mature compost, and diverse outreach methods. Following completion of the training program, Master Composters give time back to the community in a wide variety of outreach activities and collaborative projects. If you are interested in protecting the environment, improving gardens, reducing waste, and having fun with a lively group, then consider joining us! To learn more about the program, or to download/request a volunteer application, visit us on the web: www.ccetompkins.org/compost or call 272-2292.


The Compost Education Program of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County is funded by Tompkins County Solid Waste Management Division.

Adam Michaelides
Program Manager, Compost Education
Cornell Cooperative Extension
615 Willow Ave.
Ithaca, NY  14850
(607) 272 - 2292
acm1 AT cornell.edu
http://ccetompkins.org/compost/


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