Volunteering: Farm Stewardship

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Are you ready to take direct climate action in your food system? Join us for Farm Steward Saturdays, get your hands dirty, and learn about regenerative farm practices at 21 Acres. Work alongside knowledgeable 21 Acres staff on a variety of seasonal restoration and farm projects that build soil health and climate resilience. Your help supports local food systems by increasing farm productivity; building habitat for animals, birds, and insects; decreasing stormwater runoff; and storing carbon. Depending on the time of year, volunteers can expect to learn about vernal wetlands, crop planting and harvesting, local pollinator species, cover crops, bioswales, hugelkultur, noxious weeds, and more – all while engaging in collaborative hands-on activities. No prior farm experience required. All tools provided. What to know before you register: If you are a new volunteer with 21 Acres, please fill out a volunteer application before arriving -Activities include seeding, planting, weeding, mulching, wheelbarrowing, and more. -Friends and family 13 years and older are welcome to join! Volunteers ages 13-15 need an adult participant volunteering with them, and anyone under the age of 18 needs parent/guardian permission. Be prepared for your visit to the farm: -Please always wear closed-toe shoes for your safety. -Raincoats and rubber boots are advised on rainy days. -Remember to check the weather and dress accordingly. -Wear loose-fitting comfortable layers that you don’t mind getting dirty. -Long sleeves and long pants are recommended. -Bring a reusable water bottle and snacks to stay hydrated and fueled! Accessibility: We are committed to making our volunteer events accessible for all attendees. Please reach out to our team with any questions, concerns, or needs prior to or during the event itself. If you are not attending this event due to accessibility concerns, please let us know! We welcome your feedback. The 21 Acres farm is not ADA accessible. Our…

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