Upcoming Events

Image: Stellate Diatoms under the microscope.

Soil Lab Sundays

Understand the microbial world in your soil with scientific testing and expert recommendations grounded in biology.

Bring your soil sample and meet one-on-one with the Soil Detective. Together we'll take a peek at your soil (or compost) under the microscope 🔬 revealing the secret life thriving beneath your feet—and explain what it means for your garden's health.

Healthier soil = stronger plants

Drop-in hours: Sundays 11 am - 4 pm

or click the link below to confirm another day/time.

Pay-It Forward payments support scholarships

$50 per Soil Health Check

Scholarships available.

Email: soildetective@gmail.com for more information.


Soil Detective &

The Olympia Soap & Tincture Co.

@ Olympia’s Spring Arts Walk 2026

Come find us at booth #24 → along Percival Landing

Friday, 4/24. 5:00 pm - 10 pm &

Saturday, 4/25. Noon - 6:00 pm

April 24 & 25, 2026

What to Expect

  • Artisan Soaps

  • Handcrafted Herbal Tinctures

·       Live Demonstrations:
• Microbial diversity analysis of dirt and compost samples
• Measuring Nutrient Density - assessment of fresh produce

·       Learning Highlights:
• How nutrient cycling shapes the flavor and vitality of your food
• Connections between soil regeneration, gut health, and community well-being


Interested in upcoming workshops?

Virtual and In-Person Workshops available!

Visit our LEARN page for upcoming workshops

or contact us to schedule a hands-on Hot Composting workshop in your neighborhood.