Program Description:

In Hamilton County, more than 22% of what goes into our landfills could be composted. Learn the fundamentals of backyard composting and indoor vermicomposting while students use science inquiry and applications. Composting is an easy and effective way to keep organics out of the landfill.

Organizations Served: School and After-School

Program Provider: Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District
Grade Level: a) Pre-K, b) Kindergarten, c) 1st Grade, d) 2nd Grade, e) 3rd Grade, f) 4th Grade, g) 5th Grade, h) 6th Grade, i) 7th Grade

How much does the program cost? Free

Program Provider Website: http://www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org
Contact Person Name: Jenny Lohmann
Contact Person Phone: 513-946-7736
Contact Person Email: jenny.lohmann@hamilton-co-org
Subject Matter: Animals, Composting, Conservation, Environmental Health, Gardening Agriculture and Soil, Habitat, Plants, Reduce Reuse Recycle

Program Length: Less than 1 hour
Maximum Number of Students: 30
Days Offered: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Times Offered: Flexible
State Content Standards Met: Ohio
Venue Needed: Classroom
Region: Greater Cincinnati Area

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