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For Immediate Release
February 22, 2017

How to Make and Use Bokashi Compost
Halawa Xersicape Garden Workshop

What

how to make bokashi compostA hands-on workshop offered by the Board of Water Supply (BWS), Friends of Halawa Xeriscape Garden FOHXG), Jan Nadamoto and Lee Ann Yuen will teach you how to make your own Bokashi mix and produce compost in a manageable space without smell, bugs, or heat.

When

Friday, March 17, 2017
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Where

Halawa Xeriscape Garden
99-1268 Iwaena Street
Halawa Valley's Central Park
Industrial Area
(get directions)

Cost

$15 for general public and Friends of Halawa membership “Friend” level, which includes instruction, guidance and one gallon sized bag of Bokashi mix that will be ready to use approximately two weeks after the class. 
$10 for supporting, corporate and lifetime memberships
We accept cash, check, and most major credit cards.

Details

Has the spread of the coconut rhinoceros beetle hampered your composting efforts? Have no fear, Bokashi is here! Come join us and instructors Jan Nadamoto and Lee Ann Yuen to learn how to compost with microbacteria. Bokashi is a quick and easy way to turn food waste into compost through the use of a mix of local microbes. An advantage to Bokashi is that it’s a great way to create compost without strong odors or bugs. An alternative to traditional composting, the Bokashi method was discovered more than 30 years ago by Japanese microbiologist and organic farmer Dr. Teruo Higa. At this workshop, participants will be taught how Bokashi composting works and the variety of ways the mix and by-products can be used.

Register

Advanced registration is required. Registration begins on Tuesday, February 21, 2017, and closes at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, 2017 or when spaces are filled. Call (808) 748-5315 or email workshops@hbws.org to register. For more information about xeriscaping or classes at the Halawa Xeriscape Garden, visit www.boardofwatersupply.com. BWS security requires full name and address of all participants.

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A photo is attached for your consideration and use. The photo is courtesy of the Board of Water Supply.


Contact:

Diane Moses
Community Relations Specialist
Honolulu Board of Water Supply
(808) 748-5363