This guide is a culmination of over 15 years of composting with worms and several semesters running large and enchanting school gardens in California and Texas.Ĭomposting is a sustainable and eco-friendly way to manage organic waste. Letting us know what you find is really important, as it will help us to understand soil health.If you want to learn an easy and fast way to compost with red wiggler worms, this fun printable download will show you the way! You can go on a worm hunt at any time, but if you submit your findings by 30th April your findings will be used to create a big worm map of the UK! Once you've been on your Worm Hunt, fill out your findings using the form below. Worms are really important in the food chain and make a tasty meal for birds, hedgehogs and frogs Worms burrow through the soil creating channels which allow rainwater to drain away, reducing flooding Soils with earthworms are up to 90% more effective at soaking up water. Worms eat their own body weight in food in one day! Worm poo enriches the soil with vital nutrients keeping it healthy You can print this out at home to take with you on your Worm Hunt. The guide provides instructions on four ways you can encourage worms to say 'hello', along with information on how to identify the most common types of worm you might find on your Worm Hunt. By reporting your findings, you'll help build a better picture of the state of Britain's soils in gardens and green spaces across the UK.Įnter your details into the form below to download our Worm Hunt Guide.

Taking part is easy and fun! Our Worm Hunt will help you discover more about the incredible creatures beneath your feet. Calling all nature explorers! Did you know that healthy soils have more worms? This spring, learn about the soil you have at home by going on a worm hunt!

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