Contents

• Composting Basics
  An Introduction to composting in your own backyard!
• Compost bins for sale
  Interested in composting at home? Purchase a Presto Bin! Need information on how to compost? Check out our free brochure or purchase a composting book.
• Composting Worskhops
  Speak with a staff member about composting!
• Links and other resources
  A list of websites for your composting questions as well as books available to assist your composting project.

Composting Basics --
An Introduction to Composting in Your Backyard

What is Composting

Composting is nature's own recycling system. Leaves, grass, and other organic matter provide a home and food supply for nature's recyclers--bacteria, worms, and other microorganisms. These organisms feed on the plant material, breaking them down, and turning them into a dark, nutrient-rich organic product called COMPOST.

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Compost Bins Are For Sale!

We sell an easy-to-use, inexpensive compost bin along with a free pamphlet for just $12.

• Sets up in minutes without tools -- all parts are included
• Manufactured from post-consumer recycled plastic by the Presto Company
• Adjustable; offers easy access to your materials for turning and harvesting
• Extremely lightweight and easy to move

The Presto compost bins can be purchased at the 705 N. Zeeb Road service counter during regular business hours, 8:30am - 5:00pm. 

For more information on how to purchase a bin or books about composting, call (734) 222-6874.

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Composting Workshops

Workshops on various composting topics, such as backyard or worm composting, can be conducted free of charge by County staff. If you have a group of friends, neighboorhood groups, or co-workers interested, pick a date and time and contact the Solid Waste Program at (734) 222-6874.

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Links and Other Resources

• Environmental Protection Agency Composting Site
• www.mastercomposter.com
  Created by a "Master Composter" in Texas, with instructions on how to compost, worm composting, building a compost pile, and more.
• Composting for Home Gardens
• The Compost Resource Page
• Spokane Regional Soild Waste System

Books:

• "Backyard Composting"
  by Harmonious Technologies.
  An easy to read how-to guide to composting.
• "Rodale Book of Composting"
  by Deborah L. Martin and Grace Gershuny.
  A more in-depth approach to composting with the emphasis on the science behind composting.

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