Volunteer: FARM~NOVEMBER 20205~FENTON-Forgotten Harvest Farm 10am-2pm - BAGGING POTATOES/FIELD CLEAN UPVolunteers will perform one or more of the following general farm chores: Spring cleanup Drip irrigation installation Plastic mulch installation assistance Weeding Planting Harvest container cleaning Harvesting Bagging produce for transportation/distribution Field cleanup Rock removal Remove irrigation and plastic mulch
DRESS CODE While we suggest long pants/sleeves due to skin irritation that comes from reaching into plants/grasses, our first priority is the safety and comfort of our volunteers. There are days where we are in high heat/humidity with not much shade. That being said, we have NEVER turned anyone away for wearing shorts. Below is a list of REQUIRED and SUGGESTED dress items to keep in mind: REQUIRED ~ NO open toe shoes ~ NO slip on shoes ~ NO tank tops SUGGESTED ~ Hat, lightweight long sleeve shirt or jacket, rain gear, BOOTS or shoes you don't mind getting wet/muddy! The weather is always changing and it can be 30 degrees when we start in the morning and 80 by the time we are done. Layers are always a great way to prepare. *We supply ALL TOOLS NEEDED, GLOVES, ICE-WATER, BUG SPRAY, SUNSCREEN* If you'd like to bring water to donate that is always accepted! If you are allergic to anything you may come into contact with at the farm (bees, for example) and require the use of an Epi-Pen, bring your Epi-Pen with you and inform farm staff Program: Forgotten Harvest Farm Volunteers will perform one or more of the following general farm chores: Spring cleanup Drip irrigation installation Plastic mulch installation assistance Weeding Planting Harvest container cleaning Harvesting Bagging produce for transportation/distribution Field cleanup Rock removal Remove irrigation and plastic mulch
DRESS CODE While we suggest long pants/sleeves due to skin irritation that comes from reaching into plants/grasses, our first priority is the safety and comfort of our volunteers. There are days where we are in high heat/humidity with not much shade. That being said, we have NEVER turned anyone away for wearing shorts. Below is a list of REQUIRED and SUGGESTED dress items to keep in mind: REQUIRED ~ NO open toe shoes ~ NO slip on shoes ~ NO tank tops SUGGESTED ~ Hat, lightweight long sleeve shirt or jacket, rain gear, BOOTS or shoes you don't mind getting wet/muddy! The weather is always changing and it can be 30 degrees when we start in the morning and 80 by the time we are done. Layers are always a great way to prepare. *We supply ALL TOOLS NEEDED, GLOVES, ICE-WATER, BUG SPRAY, SUNSCREEN* If you'd like to bring water to donate that is always accepted! If you are allergic to anything you may come into contact with at the farm (bees, for example) and require the use of an Epi-Pen, bring your Epi-Pen with you and inform farm staff Program: Forgotten Harvest Farm Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 48430 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: FARM – NOVEMBER - **SPECIAL HARVEST FOR THE HOLIDAYS** - 10AM-until we're done - **HARVESTING FRESH COLLARD GREENS FOR THE HOLIDAYS!**Join us for our Harvest for the Holidays event as we gather fresh collard greens to include with our HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS food boxes. Come lend a hand and help spread hope—one bundle at a time! Each day, we’ll have a specific harvest goal to meet. Some days may run longer than others, but once we reach the target number of bundles, our work for the day will be complete! Please dress for the weather! Layers are best—don’t forget a hat and warm boots. We recommend something cozy for your feet and warm gloves if you have them (our work gloves aren’t very warm). We’ll have hand warmers available, along with hot drinks like coffee, cocoa, tea, and water to help keep you comfortable. Program: Forgotten Harvest Farm Join us for our Harvest for the Holidays event as we gather fresh collard greens to include with our HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS food boxes. Come lend a hand and help spread hope—one bundle at a time! Each day, we’ll have a specific harvest goal to meet. Some days may run longer than others, but once we reach the target number of bundles, our work for the day will be complete! Please dress for the weather! Layers are best—don’t forget a hat and warm boots. We recommend something cozy for your feet and warm gloves if you have them (our work gloves aren’t very warm). We’ll have hand warmers available, along with hot drinks like coffee, cocoa, tea, and water to help keep you comfortable. Program: Forgotten Harvest Farm Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 48430 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: FARM – DECEMBER **SPECIAL HARVEST FOR THE HOLIDAYS** - 10AM-until we're done - **HARVESTING FRESH COLLARD GREENS FOR THE HOLIDAYS!**Join us for our Harvest for the Holidays event as we gather fresh collard greens to include with our HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS food boxes. Come lend a hand and help spread hope—one bundle at a time! Each day, we’ll have a specific harvest goal to meet. Some days may run longer than others, but once we reach the target number of bundles, our work for the day will be complete! Please dress for the weather! Layers are best—don’t forget a hat and warm boots. We recommend something cozy for your feet and warm gloves if you have them (our work gloves aren’t very warm). We’ll have hand warmers available, along with hot drinks like coffee, cocoa, tea, and water to help keep you comfortable. Program: Forgotten Harvest Farm Join us for our Harvest for the Holidays event as we gather fresh collard greens to include with our HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS food boxes. Come lend a hand and help spread hope—one bundle at a time! Each day, we’ll have a specific harvest goal to meet. Some days may run longer than others, but once we reach the target number of bundles, our work for the day will be complete! Please dress for the weather! Layers are best—don’t forget a hat and warm boots. We recommend something cozy for your feet and warm gloves if you have them (our work gloves aren’t very warm). We’ll have hand warmers available, along with hot drinks like coffee, cocoa, tea, and water to help keep you comfortable. Program: Forgotten Harvest Farm Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 48430 Allow Groups: No |