Refund Policy
· All class ticket sales are considered a donation to Fox Haven and help us to fulfill our mission. Full refunds (minus a 20% processing fee) will be given to any participant canceling at least 30 days prior to the scheduled class date. Due to the nature of full series commitments, no refunds will be processed once the series has started.
· Enrollment cannot be transferred to another class. If you are within the 30-day cancellation period, it is best to request a refund and sign up for the desired replacement.
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Free Composting & Recycling Workshop with Mike Spurrier
March 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free
Reduce waste and make a positive impact with simple, sustainable practices. This workshop covers the basics of composting and recycling, offering straightforward guidance to help you adopt environmentally friendly practices in your daily life.
During the workshop, you’ll learn:
- How to set up and maintain a home composting system.
- What materials can and cannot be composted.
- How to aerate your compost for proper decomposition.
- The environmental benefits of composting and recycling.
- Local resources and services available to support your efforts.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to get started or someone wanting to refine your eco-friendly practices, this workshop offers practical knowledge and hands-on demonstrations. Join us to take a step toward a more sustainable future!
Meet your Teacher!
Mike Spurrier was born and raised in Frederick, Maryland. He began birding (bird watching) in 1988 and has been very fortunate to have had birding experiences in India, Ireland, Wales, England, France, Peru, Belize, Panama, Canada, several Caribbean islands, and across the United States.
Mike has served as the president of the Frederick Bird Club, a local chapter of the Maryland Ornithological Society. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership and volunteers with the Maryland Farmland Raptor Program and with Fox Haven Organic Farm and Learning Center.
Mike is a certified Maryland Master Naturalist and is certified in Permaculture Design through Oregon State University and the Permaculture Institute of North America. He holds a master of arts degree in Social Innovation and Sustainability from Goddard College; a bachelor of arts degree in Sustainability from Goddard College; and an associate of arts degree in Park Management from Frederick Community College. Mike is also a Certified Community Action Professional (CCAP), served as a VISTA volunteer at Morningside Emergency Shelter, and worked at federally-designated Community Action Agencies for 33 years. Prior to starting a career in human and homeless services, Mike worked as a summer camp counselor for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and as a seasonal park technician for the National Park Service.
About LandBack Tax
From 2022 onward, Fox Haven will donate $2 from each event ticket to the Piscataway Conoy Tribe to pay LandBack tax, acknowledging our access to stolen Indigenous land. Through Piscataway Eyes is an Indigenous-led initiative working to restore ancestral land and sovereignty to the Piscataway and other Indigenous communities of the Chesapeake.
Weather Policy
If inclement weather is predicted ahead of an event, you will be notified 48 hours before the event date about any cancellation or rescheduling. Otherwise, the event is presumed to take place rain or shine. An alternative venue may be arranged if shelter is required. Please note that refunds are not provided for postponed events or no-shows. However, if Fox Haven cancels, a full refund will be issued.
COVID Protocol
Please do not come to class if you are feeling ill or have been exposed to others who are sick. Email alecks@foxhavenfarm.org to discuss your absence. Masks are optional during all events. If diagnosed with COVID within 5 days post-class, please notify us so that we can inform participants about possible exposure.
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