What you need for a worm bin workshop

A worm bin workshop needs more than bins and worms. Each workstation should have the right tray, bedding, compost, labels, gloves, and measuring tools ready before participants arrive. You also need enough drills, extension cords, floor protection, worksheets, and refreshments for the group. Use the shopping list below alongside your participant numbers, then order live worms and compost early enough for delivery and setup.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 24
Work stoolsqty 4
Coat racksqty 2

Equipment

Rotary hammersqty 3
Hand drillsqty 3
Extension cordsqty 3
Power stripsqty 3
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2

Kitchen

Measuring cupsqty 10
Mixing bowlsqty 6
Soup potsqty 2
Serving spoonsqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3

Workshop materials

Worm binsqty 10
Lid coversqty 10
Drip traysqty 10
Work glovesqty 24
Measuring tapesqty 6
Funnelsqty 6
Compost binsqty 4
Worm bin labelsqty 12
Waterproof markersqty 12
Floor matsqty 10
Wood shavingsqty 4
Compostqty 6
Compost wormsqty 10
Instructionsqty 24

Tableware

Platesqty 30
Bowlsqty 30
Mugsqty 30
Glassesqty 30
Cutlery setsqty 30

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Black tea - 2 boxes
- Herbal tea - 1 box
- Semi-skimmed milk - 4 liter
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Granulated sugar - 1 kilo
- Tea sugar - 1 pack
- Cola - 3 bottles
- Cola Zero - 2 bottles
- Sinas - 2 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 4 bottles
- Sparkling water - 3 bottles
- Apple juice - 2 cartons
- Lemons - 6 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Pistolets - 30 pieces
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Aged cheese - 1 kilo
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Red bell peppers - 6 pieces
- Arugula - 4 bags
- Lentils - 2 kilo
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Onions - 2 kilos
- Celery - 2 bunches
- Vegetable bouillon - 3 packs
- Diced tomatoes - 8 cans
- Chickpeas - 6 cans
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Black pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Italian herbs - 1 jar
- Garlic - 3 bulbs
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Bananas - 20 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Nut mix - 2 kilo
- Cookies - 5 packs
- Napkins - 4 packs
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Compostable bags - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 3 bottles
- Cleaning spray - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 2 packs
- Microfiber cloths - 2 packs

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 4
Broom setsqty 2
Dustpansqty 2
Mop setsqty 2

Decorations

Information boardsqty 4
Name badgesqty 24
Tableclothsqty 8

Tips

Count one worm bin or working tray per participant group, then add at least one spare lid and drip tray for damaged or misplaced parts.
Order compost worms and compost as soon as registration closes. Confirm the final participant count before dividing worms, compost, and bedding between workstations.
Plan one rotary hammer or hand drill for each active drilling station, plus extension cords and power strips. Mark every drill point before the workshop starts.
Buy enough gloves for every participant and keep extra pairs available. Put floor mats under drilling areas to protect the floor and make cleanup easier.
For a coffee and tea break, prepare at least one cup per participant plus 10% extra. Set out plates, serving spoons, measuring cups, bowls, and cutting boards before reception begins.

Frequently asked questions

How many worm bins do I need for a worm bin workshop?: Plan one worm bin or working setup for each participant group. Add one spare setup for every 10 groups, or at least one spare for a small workshop.
How much compost and bedding should I buy?: Use the final participant list to calculate the amount needed for each tray, then add 10% extra for spills and uneven portions. Keep compost and wood shavings ready before participants arrive.
How many drills are needed for the workshop?: Provide one rotary hammer or hand drill for each group that drills at the same time. Add extension cords and power strips so every station can work without sharing a cable.
When should I order compost worms for the workshop?: Order them after registrations are processed and dietary or access requirements are collected, once the participant count is stable. Allow enough delivery time to check the worms and divide them on the day.

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