The Way of the Waste Warrior

Why do we need to monitor waste stations?

Sometimes it can get confusing.... There are so many kinds of disposable containers, packaging, cups, compostables.  And then the food waste...!  What goes into each bin based on the multitude of possible materials that can be available at a single event, can be overwhelming in itself.  Then throw this in amidst the fun, sounds, crowds of people, and variety of happenings at an event and you've got yourself a can of worms!  

Monitoring stations helps attendees at ANY type of event (small or large) have a friendly helper to point them in the right direction.  

The trainings we offer will build a caring crew of knowledgeable volunteers to assist event attendees with where to put their items.  

If you're an enthusiast of reducing waste, this is the training for you!

Waste Warrior Trainings


Want to be a part of ending waste where it happens?  Come learn about the in's and out's of recycling and composting at events.  Sign up for one of the following training's to be a Waste Warrior at the corresponding event:

May 22, 5-6:30 pm at Center for Agricultural Economy, 140 Junction Rd, Hardwick, VT 05843. For Hardwick SpringFest on May 25. 

June 26, 5-6:30 pm City Hall, Montpelier. For July 3rd Independence Day event in Montpelier.

July 11, 5-6:30 pm National Life, 1 National Life Dr. Montpelier. For Do Good Festival at National Life Campus, Montpelier.

July 24, 5-6:30 for Barre Heritage Festival July 26-28. At the Gazebo in the park. CANCELLED. Reschedule TBD.

Sept. 4, 5-6:30 for Tunbridge World's Fair on Sept 12-15. On the Fairgrounds in Tunbridge. Volunteers may attend another training for this event.

​You will learn:
  • the general requirements for recycling at events
  • what materials can (and cannot) be recycled (and/or composted)
  • positive ways to help attendees and vendors get discarded materials into the correct collection bin
  • where collected materials belong and how they need to be treated
And be provided with:
  • a pocket quick guide to use as quick reference 
  • access to event, or other perks (such as meal ticket or t-shirt)

Program Overview