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Volunteer - Queens

  • Queens Plaza South & Vernon Boulevard Queensplaza South between 9th street and Vernon Blvd Long Island City, NY 11101 United States (map)

Calling Master Composter trainees to help bag compost destined for volunteer events across the five boroughs! Big Reuse is teaming up with LES Ecology Center in a special NYC Compost Project crossover event at the Queensbridge Compost Site. Gloves, tools, snacks, water, and non-stop groovy music will be provided. Mingling and dancing is encouraged!

This activity may involve some bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 30 pounds. Wear closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring a reusable water bottle. Please let the organizers know if you need any accommodations.

If you also wish to attend the AM Bagging Party shift from 10am-12pm, click here to register. In addition, there is a Master Composter Field Trip of the Queensbridge Compost Site taking place before the PM shift from 1-2pm. If you wish to attend the field trip click here to register.

Take the F train to 21st Street - Queensbridge. Exit the train and walk South on 21st street, under the highway, to Queens Plaza South. Take a right, and walk West 4 blocks to Vernon Ave. The entrance to the composting area is at the corner of Queens Plaza South and Vernon Ave., directly under the bridge and across from the Ravel hotel.

Event led by NYC Compost Project Hosted by Big Reuse.

Registration is required to participate in this event. Please make sure to use the same name and email for all Master Composter Certificate Course events.

Earlier Event: March 4
Field Trip (Mid-Scale) - Queens
Later Event: March 4
Field Trip (Mid-Scale) - Brooklyn