Volunteer
To sign up as a volunteer look at the chart below to find
the garden you want to help with. Then before coming for the first
time call the Garden Organizer for that garden.
> Specific Garden
Information
2008 Schedules
**Please call the Garden Organizer before coming to work
the first time.
Garden |
Sun. |
Mon. |
Tues. |
Weds. |
Thurs. |
Fri. |
Sat. |
2nd Street
2nd and Inez Streets |
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9-11am |
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Meadow Hill/Flagship
End of Reserve St. |
Behind Meadow Hill School |
9-12pm |
5-8pm |
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Northside
Cooley and Holmes |
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11-5pm |
8-9am |
5-7pm |
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1-6pm |
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ASUM behind the golf course
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5-8pm |
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River Road
1631 River Rd |
W. of Russell |
10-6pm |
10-6pm |
10-6pm |
10-6pm
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10-6pm
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varies |
Orchard Gardens
210 N. Grove |
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9-7pm |
12-6:30pm |
9-5pm |
9-7:30pm |
9-1pm |
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If none of the times are convenient or for other opportunities,
call Tim Hall at 550-3663 . He will work with you to determine
the best garden for you and your schedule.
The Garden Organizer at each garden will determine the hours
available for volunteers. Some people choose to work at the
garden closest to them, however many choose a garden that
has a volunteer schedule that better fits their free time.
As the summer progresses the schedule has more morning shifts
and fewer afternoon shifts.
Working Expectations
Volunteers are expected to ask the Garden Organizer for assignments,
and check in when the task is completed. If you will be late
or absent for your scheduled shift, please call your garden
organizer in advance. This helps the garden organizer plan
projects and seek alternate volunteers if needed.
Prepare for Variety
Volunteers should come to the site prepared for a variety
of work and weather. Bring gloves, hat, rain gear, water,
snacks, and sun protection. Closed toed shoes are required.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed at the garden sites or greenhouses
because of the tobacco mosaic virus, a plant disease that
affects members of the tomato family. Smokers are asked to
wash their hands before coming into contact with plants or
soil.
Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteers for Veggies Program
The Garden Organizer gives out produce at the end
of each shift to volunteers participating in this program.
To qualify you must work a structured shift that is 4 hours
long with two 15-minute breaks. Volunteers can earn 1/2 share
(averages 5 pounds) of vegetables for working a shift at a
garden. One full share is designed for a family of four for
one week. We are family friendly! Many sites have play areas and kid
friendly gardens. |
Contact Information
Tim Hall is the Community Garden Director. His phone number is: 550-3663
The Garden Organizers are:
Greg Price, River Road Organizer, 240-3848
Sarah Bortis, Orchard Gardens
Organizer,
728-8835
Northside Garden Organizer- Matt Anderson,531.1387
ASUM Garden Organizer- Staci Short, 207-337-5259
Meadow Hill/Flagship Garden Organizer-
Betsy Defries, 207.1117
2nd Street Garden Organizer- Tim Hall, 550.3663
You can leave messages for them at:
(406) 523-3663
gardencityharvest@gmail.com |