The article profiles compost hotline operator Spring Gillard. It says that Gillard has been working for City Farmer Compost Demonstration Garden in Vancouver, British Columbia for twelve years. It states that she is also writing essays about urban agriculture which are being published regularly in "Vancouver Sun."
COMPOSTING, WATER conservation, EXCRETION, LANDFILLS
Abstract
Chapter 6 of the book "Diary of a Compost Hotline Operator" is presented. It focuses on composting. The author states that they are saving around 3,000 gallons of water by using the compost toilet. It was also mentioned that excrement of all types is banned from going into the garbage and landfills in the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD).
Chapter 7 of the book "Diaries of a Compost Hotline Operator" is presented. It offers tips on how to create and select compost bins that are resistant to rodents. It provides information on the narrator's bear tour in Bralorne, British Columbia. It cites several factors to consider before installing a birdhouse.
Chapter 4 of the book "Diary of a Compost Hotline Operator" is presented. It discusses mowing grass, shredding a Christmas tree, and building a cob house. It mentions that a lawn care program is existing in Vancouver, British Columbia. It states that the Vancouver Christmas Tree Recycling program was famous in Japan.
Chapter 3 of the book "Diary of a Compost Hotline Operator" is presented. It discusses the author's experience of attending the City Farmer Compost Tea Party in Vancouver, British Columbia. He states the number of people who attended the fundraiser in the party. He mentions the various kinds of tea that they offer in the event, such as British tea, green tea ice cream, and Polish tea.
Chapter 1 of the book "Diary of a Compost Hotline Operator" is presented. It discusses the author's experience of working at the Compost Demonstration Garden of City Farmer in Vancouver, British Columbia. He recalls that sifting worms was his first job in the garden. He states that he considered the garden as his guide through his transition in life along with other gardeners.
Published
2003
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