Turn Waste into Wealth 3-day Workshop: Composting for Profit & Purpose
Turn waste into wealth! Learn to compost with worms, grow rich soil, and start a side business—all from your porch. No experience needed!
Date and time
Location
85831 Miner Rd
85831 Miner Road Yulee, FL 32097Refund Policy
Agenda
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
Day 1: Welcome and Introductions
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Vermicomposting 101
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Materials & Setup
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Hands-On: Build Your First Bin
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
Q&A + Daily Wrap-Up
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
Day 2: Check-in & Recap
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Feeding & Moisture Management
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
The Mother Pile & Multi-Bin Systems
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
Q&A + Daily Wrap-Up
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
Day 3: Harvesting, Using, and Selling
Harvesting Castings and Worms
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Using and Selling Your Products
1:15 AM - 1:45 PM
Hands-On: Harvesting Demo
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
Final Q&A + Graduation
About this event
- Event lasts 2 days 2 hours
- Free venue parking
Turn Waste into Wealth
Dates: December 16–18, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM daily
Location: 85831 Miner Rd., Yulee, FL 32097
Format: Hands-on, in-person workshop
Workshop Purpose
This 3-day workshop teaches you how to build and manage a worm composting system from scratch. Whether you're interested in personal use or starting a small business, you'll leave with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to turn food waste into valuable compost and income.
What you get with your ticket purchase
- 5 gallon "mother bin" main composting bin
- Starter colony of composting worms (over 100 red wigglers)
- Custom no see-um mesh-topper (helps reduce flies)
- 1 year supply of pulverized eggshells (for grit)
- 20 gallon "finishing bin" to prepare worms for storage/sale/utilization
- Small handheld cultivaor "hand rake" to mix worm bins
- 25 live bait containers to store/sell/utilize worms
- A printed guide and bin log
- Knowledge to grow, scale, and sell
- Access to a private support group for follow-up
What You'll Need
- A shaded, screened-in porch, garage, or shed with decent airflow and workspace
- Space to store worm bins, supplies, and tools nearby
- Cardboard (such as package/delivery boxes) and food scraps
Daily Breakdown
Day 1: Foundations & First Bin Build
• Introduction to vermicomposting
• Worm biology and composting ecosystem
• Benefits: gardening, fishing bait, and income
• Materials overview and sourcing
• Hands-on: Build your first worm bin
Day 2: Managing Bins & Scaling Up
• Feeding routines and moisture control
• Troubleshooting pests and fly prevention
• Creating and maintaining a “Mother Pile”
• Exploring different bin types (totes, tanks, buckets, kiddie pools)
• Hands-on: Feeding and maintaining your bin
Day 3: Harvesting, Using, and Selling
• Harvesting worm castings and worms
• Using compost in your garden or for bait
• How to package and sell worms/castings
• Business basics: pricing, marketing, and scaling
• Hands-on: Harvesting demo and Q&A
Frequently asked questions
Nope! This workshop is designed for complete beginners. Whether you're a gardener, a DIY enthusiast, or just curious about composting, you'll learn everything you need to get started.
All you need is a shaded, screened-in area about 10×10 feet—like a porch, patio, or carport. The system is compact and doesn’t require a backyard.
There's no need to bring any supplies to the workshop. Your ticket purchase includes all supplies.
Yes! You’ll receive a starter colony of red wiggler worms to begin your own composting system.
Absolutely. Even if you’re not interested in starting a business, you can use the worm castings in your garden or raise worms for fishing bait. The system is flexible and useful for many lifestyles.
Just 5–10 minutes a few times a week. Once your system is set up, it’s low-maintenance and easy to manage.
You’ll get access to a private support group where you can ask questions, share updates, and get help from the instructor and fellow participants.