Composter Recycler Program

The Clark County Composter Recycler Program is coordinated by Clark County Public Works Solid Waste and Environmental Outreach to assist citizens with developing more sustainable lifestyles and building a strong environmental community in Clark County. Solid waste regional planning and programs are a cooperative effort of Battle Ground, Camas, Clark County, La Center, Ridgefield, Vancouver, Washougal, and Yacolt.

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Contact Details

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Current Offerings

Our Schedule is below:

 

CR Workshops  RecycleU Workshops  Recorded Workshops

Please register to secure your space

15
Apr
2026

Worm Bin Composting

04-15-2026 6:00 pm -7:30 pm

Learn how to compost using red worms to turn food scraps into all-natural fertilizer for your garden. This is a great alternative to backyard composting, especially if you are tight on space. 

In-person workshop at Cascade Park Community Library

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

18
Apr
2026

Low Waste Chef

04-18-2026 2:00 pm -3:30 pm

Come learn how to save money and prevent food from going into the trash by becoming a Low Waste Chef. Win prizes and take home supplies to make your fridge and pantry sustainable; these materials can help turn your kitchen into the perfect environment for a Low Waste Chef!

  • Learn tips and tricks on proper food storage, smart shopping and cooking with leftovers.

  • Understand how reducing food spoilage and using the food you have is good for the planet and your wallet. 

  • Learn how preventing food waste in the first place reduces your carbon footprint and impact on climate change.

In-person workshop at Cascade Park Community Library

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

22
Apr
2026

Backyard Composting

04-22-2026 6:00 pm -7:30 pm

Learn about backyard composting methods including: fast (also called batch or hot composting), and slow (also known as you go or cold) composting. With the faster hot composting method, the end product can be made faster, but the amount of work needed to turn and monitor your pile is greater. With cold composting, not as much work is needed, but it can take up to a year to get usable compost.

Learn how to build and construct a hot compost pile using the SMART method.  

This is an in-person workshop at Waste Connections of WA (9411 NE 94th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98662)

29
Apr
2026

Recycling Done Right - Curbside & Beyond

04-29-2026 6:00 pm -7:30 pm

Learn how to be an expert recycler. Understand why only certain items can go into your Blue recycle cart and glass bin. Also learn how to properly manage other materials like plastic film/wrap, batteries, and hazardous waste which cannot go in the blue recycle cart. (Participants are eligible to win prizes).

In-person workshop at Cascade Park Community Library

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

06
May
2026

Green Cleaning

05-06-2026 6:00 pm -7:30 pm

Learn how to make three versatile household green cleaners and see how fun and safe cleaning can be.  (Participants are eligible for a green clean kit at no cost). 

In-person workshop at Cascade Park Community Library

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.