Contact the Solana Center

About Us

Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Events/Workshops

Composting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

Compost Bins

CompostingWorkshops

Register for a Workshop

City of Encinitas Program

County of SD Program

City of SD Program

School Programs

Household Hazardous Waste

Used Oil Recycling

Waste Reduction Case Studies

Buying Recycled

Recycled Products Cooperative

Become a Member!

Composter Survey

Please enter your zip code
Zip Code
Do you currently own a compost bin? Yes No If yes, what kind of bin do you have? Biostack Wriggly Wranch Worm Bin Tumbler Homemade three-bin system Homemade compost bins (made from pallets, wire, wood, trash cans) Homemade worm bin Other
Are you currently composting? Yes No
Are you currently vermi (worm) composting? Yes No
As a composter, what type are you? (Select one from the dropdown menu)
Why do you compost or vermicompost? For gardening use To produce worm tea as a natural fertilizer/pesticide As a form of recycling (keeping it out of the landfill) I enjoy it Other
What are some problems or challenges you've encountered with composting? Bad odor Unwanted Insects Unwanted rodents Too time consuming Too much work Not enough materials Other
What would improve your composting experience? More information (i.e. attend a composting workshop) Speaking with other composters about their experience Trying a different bin or different type of composting Becoming a Master Composter (through a Master Composter training) Attending a specialized composting workshop (i.e. how to compost horse manure or how to compost with worms) Troubleshooting tips Having more time My experience is fine I am no longer interested in composting Other
Have you ever attended a composting workshop? Yes No If yes, when and where If yes, was it helpful? Yes No Moderately
Overall, do you feel that the Solana Center has been a useful resource for your composting needs and questions? Yes No Moderately
If you would like to receive the free quarterly “Composter” newsletter or would like more information or assistance with composting, please enter the following information:
Name Phone Email

copyright, solana center, 760.436.7986

site design and hosting by Solana Center