UMass Lowell and M3 Green Committee are proud to offer a convenient pre-purchase / pick-up compost bin and pail sale. The sale features a highly-rated compost bin, The Home Composter, and Recycling Connections' Kitchen Katcher pail. Sold separately or as a pair, the Home Composter and Kitchen Katcher Pail are great for experienced composters or those who are brand new to composting!
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Home Composter $68.00
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Kitchen Pail $25.00
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This is a partnership between UMass Lowell, M3 Green Committee, and Recycling Connections.
Customers have two options for pick-up location and pick-up date.
Option 1:
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When do I pick up my order? Pick up will take place on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
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Where do I pick up my order? Orders must be picked up at the UMass Lowell Campus Recreation Center turf on East Campus at 76 Pawtucket Street, Lowell, MA 01854. Park at the East Campus parking garage. If just picking up the compost bin unit, temporary parking may be available on Pawtucket Street. There is a risk of ticketing in these spots. NO parking or loading in the East Campus bus loop, CRC staff parking lot (badge access required for entry.)
Please note: The Campus Recreation Center address is listed as 322 Aiken St., Lowell, MA. This is the opposite side of the buidling from where the event will be hosted.
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Option 2:
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When do I pick up my order? Orders can be picked up at the annual Arbor Day Celebration at the UMass Lowell Food Forest on Friday, April 24th, 2026, from 12:30–2:30 pm.
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Where do I pick up my order? Orders must be picked up at UMass Lowell Food Forest, 46 Wilder St., Lowell, MA, 01854. Parking is available at the Wilder Faculty/Staff Parking Lot beginning at 11:45 am.
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Questions about pick-up? Please contact Alana Griggs for questions about pick-up: alana_griggs@student.uml.edu
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Questions about your order? Contact Michelle Nieuwenhuis, michelle@recyclingconnections.org, 715-343-0722
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How Do I Assemble My Bin? Your compost bin will come with a set of written directions. You can also view our assembly video here.
Want To Learn More About Backyard Composting?
Download Digging In: A Backyard Composting Guide, a brand-new resource from Recycling Connections. This guide is great for folks who are new to composting or who may need a little refresher! It provides tips and information and equips you with the knowledge to start making a positive impact right in your backyard!
Download for free here.
Recycling Connections offers information, tips, and a webinar free online you can view to learn how to be successful with backyard composting. Click here to learn more.
About the Home Composter
This is the best backyard compost bin out there. It is simple to use, has a huge capacity for yard material and food waste, and made of 100% recyclable material. It is not sold in stores. Click here to see a Comparison Chart to other popular compost bins.
Special Features:
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It is attractive
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100% recycled plastic
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Black to absorb heat quickly
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128 gallon capacity (can hold six to eight 30-gallon bags of yard material)
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Easy to use, simple to assemble and move if you need
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Long-lasting
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A door that slides open at the bottom giving you easy access to finished compost without emptying entire bin
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A tight lid keeping pests out; yet is well vented to decompose organic material well
Each composter comes consists of two sides with sliding doors, four clips, and a locking lid.
