Wyoming Worm Wrangler

08/08/2024

Worm Wrangling!

Saturday August 10th, from 10am-1pm

At the Orient Land Trust’s Everson Ranch

The Everson Ranch is hosting the Wyoming Worm Wrangler! Last year’s hands-on worm casting workshop was a lot of fun and very educational for everyone. We will gather again this year for this free workshop. Join us to learn how to set up a worm bed, how to maintain the worm bed, and how to sort out the worms from their castings. We will look for different sites for the worms at the ranch. Both indoor and outdoor vermicomposting systems will be discussed. Bring your questions and ask the Worm Wrangler! Pitchforks will be put to use!

If you wish to purchase worms or worm castings to be picked up at the event, please contact Erika (Wyoming Worm Wrangler) in advance. Worms may be available at the event, but there are no guarantees. You can reach her at 307-760-6171 via phone or text, email at [email protected], or through her Wyoming Worm Wrangler Facebook or Instagram pages.

You should feel confident in starting your own worm bed after this workshop!

This is a free event and donations are appreciated to support Erika and the Everson Ranch.

After the event we offer tours for those that are interested in learning more about the Everson Ranch.

Location: Everson Ranch, 29398 County Road 61, Moffat, Colorado 81143

Info: [email protected], garden manager/ranch caretaker

06/07/2024

I had a couple old rabbit cages that the bottom was rusting out.
I decided to plant some grass seed in the chicken run, and put the cages over the seed. If the grass grows it will come out through the wire for the birds to eat. But they won't be able to tear out the roots so it will keep growing all summer.
Or, at least that's what I'm hopping for.🤞

06/01/2024

Time to go fishing? 🎣 🪱

05/20/2024

I'm quite pleased with how the tank systems are working so far!

05/19/2024

It was a great time visiting with everyone about worm composting at the LRCD Expo on May 4th.

We built a couple simple plastic tote worm bins, added the prepared shredded paper and cardboard bedding, and I included a small bag of wigglers. We raffled off the full system after each demo. Two families are now started on their vermicomposting journeys!🪱

05/01/2024

04/20/2024

Come join me on May 4th!

On Saturday, May 4th, 2024, from 9 am to 2 pm, the Laramie Ice & Event Center at 3510 E. Garfield St. will be buzzing with activity as the Albany County Conservation Expo takes center stage. Th…

04/12/2024

Trying a new backyard worm bed set-up

40 gallon stock tanks on shelving.
Added horse manure. Once I'm sure it isn't going to heat up I'll add some shredded cardboard and then worms.
I will have to set up a shade this summer, and something to keep birds (and to much rain) out.

Will keep everyone posted as these progress!

03/30/2024

Added the last of the Fall leaves to one of the worm beds.

01/02/2024

As a New Year begins I would just like to say Thank You to everyone who has supported my small business. I greatly appreciate each and every one of you.

🪱The worms, though slower during the winter months, continue to do their great work!

*note, this was initially going to be a raised bed in my greenhouse, but is making a much better worm bed. I may try growing veggies in it later, but will see where this year takes us

09/16/2023

It's a beautiful day here at the Higher Ground Fair! I would love to have you stop on by and visit about worms! I'm here today and Sunday.

I will be doing a presentation on Sunday morning if you have ever wanted to know what to do to start your own worm bin.

09/15/2023

I will be at the Higher Ground Fair in Laramie Saturday and Sunday (16th and 17th)

Hope to see you there!🪱

2023 Higher Ground Fair Participant Highlight, The Worm Wrangler!

Join Erika Rogers, to Develop a basic understanding of worm composting, overview of different types of worm composting systems, how to set up and maintain a home worm composting system, trouble shooting issues that might arise, and how to harvest the worm castings.

For more information on this years Higher Ground Fair September 16 & 17 visit www.Highergroundfair.org

08/20/2023

06/05/2023

I'm pretty excited my " Covid Babies" are doing well and in their 3rd year!

Honeyberry bushes, looking good!

05/28/2023

Progression of the new worm bed. I'm using this bed to grow European Nightcrawlers for bait as well as worm castings. Using well aged chicken manure, shredded paper and cardboard, as well as fall leaves as bedding. 🤞fingers crossed

Check photos for descriptions of the progress.

05/25/2023

Two years ago I started this Worm bed. I added a handful of worms and bedding, and then fall leaves each year. Today I decided to turn some of the bed (it's only about a foot or two deep) and found worms! Guess they survived the winter!! It wasn't teaming with worms, but I'm still excited seeing 5 or so worms each fork full.

05/11/2023

Join me Friday!!

I don’t know about you but we are ready for Spring! Join us for a day full of information on gardening, beekeeping and worm composting! May 12!

05/08/2023

THIS FRIDAY!! May 12th
Join me at the Medicine Bow Community Center for the 4th annual Urban Agriculture Workshop

Bring yourself, family and friends along with your questions about
gardening 🥕🍅🫛
beekeeping 🐝
and worm wrangling🪱

04/30/2023

Making progress on another worm bed!

04/26/2023

Wyoming Worm Wrangler will be in Colorado!!
Come hang out with me at this hands on workshop May 22nd. It's a great time to start your own worm composting system🪱

04/24/2023

Don't forget to join this Thursday (April 27th) from 6:30-7:30

04/22/2023

Join me Thursday April 27th from 6:30-7:30pm for an online class on worm composting. Register FOR FREE at this link

Discover what worm composting system is best for your situation and how to handle issues that might come up when composting with worms.

02/23/2023

01/01/2023

Happy New Year!!!
I'm so happy how this little worm business continues to grow and I would like to Thank You All for your support

05/27/2022

Q: Why do gardeners plant bulbs?
A: So the worms can see where they are going?
Happy Friday! Our gardening help is better than our jokes. Vist us at https://wyoextension.org/garden/
Image: The worm obviously appreciates our joke. It's laughing!

05/21/2022

Hello everyone!

We are excited to bring you our 3rd Annual Urban Agriculture Workshop. The workshop will take place at the Medicine Bow Community Hall from 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Lunch will be provided for attendees and the cost to attend is only $5!

We have a spectacular line-up this year including the University of Wyoming extension office, The Wyoming Worm Wrangler, and an innovative local beekeeper, all eager to share their knowledge!

We hope to see you all there! For more information, to RSVP, or to request the agenda, please call the Medicine Bow Conservation District office at 307-379-2221.

We are honored to be able to serve our communities through education and thank you for all the support!

04/26/2022

Checking up on the worm tower. Looking good!
Watch the videos to see how the worms are doing

04/14/2022

Join us for 5 free gardening and nutrition webinars every Monday, April 18-May 16, noon - 1 p.m. For Zoom info and more info, visit https://bit.ly/uwyo-grow-extra.
4/18: starting seeds indoors, grow a little extra, and food insecurity in Wyoming
4/25: improving garden soil and composting
5/2: raised bed gardening
5/9: promoting pollinators in your garden
5/16: what are the master gardener and Cent$ible Nutrition programs and how to get involved

Image: cartoon people with overly large vegetables - note: our gardening tips are good but we cannot promise results to this scale...

04/09/2022

Missed it live? Watch the video! Links to the video and other show resources at https://bit.ly/BBWYLIveRecordings

Image: Successful Composting. Images of hands holding compost.

04/02/2022

Gold for your garden! Making compost in Wyoming can be a bit of a challenge. Join us April 8th at 10 AM as we chat with Caitlin Youngquist, UW Extension, to learn some key steps to help you be more successful in our cooler, semi-arid climate. Join us on Zoom https://bit.ly/BBWYLive or Facebook Live. Bring your questions!

Image: Successful Composting. Images of hands holding compost.