Join us in keeping our garden at peek growing capacity! Assist in harvesting produce, palnting seeds, and weeding as needed!
Key Responsibilities:
- Harvest fresh produce
- Plant seedlings
- Pick any weeds
- Have fun!
Qualifications:
- No experience necessary!
- Desire to work outdoors
- Willingness to get dirty
Attire:
- You will get dirty! Wear comfortable clothing that could use some dirt and mud on it.
- Long pants are recommended. If it is very hot, and you prefer shorts, please note that you will likely be kneeling in the dirt and mud. You may bring a towel or piece of carpet to kneel on if that is the case.
- Wear comfortable shoes, keeping in mind that flip flops/sandals don’t always work well in mud.
- There will be gloves available for use
- If it is sunny you may want sun screen, a hat, sunglasses, and/or a long-sleeved shirt.
Age Requirement:
- There is no age restriction. All are welcome!
- This is a great family event!
Support/Training:
- Our garden lead and Food Bank of Iowa staff will be available throughout the shift
- You may bring your own knives and/or shears if you like, but all the tools required will be available at the garden.
Weather:
- This project is highly weather dependent.
- If we receive more than 2 inches of rain the night before the planting will have to be delayed.
- If there is a thunderstorm on the day of the project it will be delayed.
To sign up visit: http://foodbankiowa.volunteerhub.com/Events/Event/Summary.aspx?EventID=3306308
