Composting 101

Difficulty

easy

Duration

1 hour

Fitness Level

No special fitness required; suitable for all ages and activity levels.

Overview

Join Compost Bowling Green at Lost River Cave for an interactive Composting 101 workshop. Learn how to turn kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil in this hands-on session set in Kentucky’s unique karst landscape.

Bowling Green, Kentucky

Composting 101

From Scraps to Soil

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Date

Mon, Oct 13

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

Experience the art of composting in this engaging workshop with Compost Bowling Green! Celebrate Earth Week by learning how to transform kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil. Discover what can be composted and gain practical skills to build your own backyard compost bin using easily accessible materials.

Adventure Tips

Bring reusable gloves

Protect your hands during hands-on compost bin assembly and soil handling.

Wear comfortable outdoor clothing

Expect light outdoor activity around the Lost River Cave trails and workshop area.

Arrive early for parking

Lost River Cave can get busy during events; early arrival ensures a convenient spot.

Prepare questions ahead

Maximize your experience by asking about composting challenges specific to your home.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Eastern box turtles native to the cave’s forested habitat.
Numerous bird species including peregrine falcons nesting in the limestone cliffs.

History

Lost River Cave has been a community landmark since the 19th century and was established as a nature preserve in the late 20th century to protect its unique geological features.

Conservation

The workshop promotes sustainable living practices that reduce landfill waste and enrich local soil health, supporting ongoing conservation efforts in the preserve.