Compost Bins Now Available

Did you know approximately 41% of food waste comes from the home?

To help reduce waste and keep organics out of landfills, the Town of Paradise is offering compost bins for $45. Pick up yours at the Town Hall during regular hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) or call 709-782-3577 if you have any questions. 

The type of composter we are using this year is the tumbler bin.  Some general information on this bin:  

• assembly required (approximately one hour)

• smaller capacity (than two-piece composter)

• sealed drum speeds up composting process

• aerated by spinning

• easy to access finished compost by inverting the drum over a wheelbarrow or garden cart

• dual compartment models keep newly added organics separate from finishing compost

• can be difficult to spin when over 2/3 full

• no accessibility for wildlife

• can be difficult to slide the lid open below 0°C