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Volunteer Job List

There are a number of tasks necessary to keep the garden operational and conduct the business of the farm. Each person reserving a plot is responsible for taking on one or more of these jobs.

Mowing – Perimeter of Plots & Inside Fence Line
Use the riding mower to mow around the perimeter of the plots & along the inside of the fence. Frequency every 2 to 3 weeks as needed. Keep grass under 5” tall.

Mowing – Inside the Fenced Area
Use the tractor or the riding mower to mow the inside of the field. Frequency every 2 to 3 weeks-keep grass under 5” tall.

Mowing – Outside the Fenced Area
Use the tractor to mow 10’ width (two passes) around the outside of the fence & two passes on the south boundary line of property. Mow access to composting area and access to north gate. Mow path to rock area from the west gate. Frequency every 2 to 3 weeks. Keep grass under 5” tall.

Weed Eating – South & North Fence Line
Use weed eater to keep fence line clear on the outside and inside of fence. Frequency every 3 weeks approximately.

Weed Eating – East Fence Line
Use weed eater to keep fence line clear on the outside and inside of fence. Frequency every 3 weeks approximately.

Weed Eating – West Fence Line
Use weed eater to keep fence line clear on the outside and inside of fence. Frequency every 3 weeks approximately.

Weeding – Perimeter Inside and Outside Hoop House
Pull or use vinegar solution (50% water/50% vinegar) to keep perimeter inside and outside Hoop House free of weeds. Outside perimeter best to use vinegar solution. Check and remove weeds every 2-3 weeks, or as needed.

Shed – Organize & Keep Clean
Organize totes and tools inside the shed. Label shelves. Sort through totes. Organize & label. Identity items that could be thrown away. Keep clean & organized throughout the growing season.

Farmers’ Market Volunteer
Work with Executive Director or Board member three Saturdays in Summer 2026. Market is by Rocky’s on Hwy 63. Time is 9 am to 1 pm. Will be selling items and produce as a fund raiser. Talking with members of public to promote the community garden.

Public Relations/Marketing/Social Media/Website Committee
Work with Board members and Executive Director on one or more of the following:

  • Draft a monthly newsletter highlighting events of the past month and upcoming activities
  • Keep Website up to date
  • Send out Social Media updates
  • Promote the CCF and provide Marketing related to fund raising events.

Grant Writing
Work with Fundraising Team to identify grant opportunities and participate in grant writing activities.

Assistance With Fundraising Events
Work with Fiance Board member and Fundraising Team to help organize events; Be present at events to help with activities of the day.

Plant Doctor
On a weekly basis monitor plots for sick and diseased plants; work with gardeners. Provide advise and assistance as to treatment options.

Tool & Equipment Repair
Provide mechanical repair of power equipment, repair of tools and carts, welding, sanding & oiling handles of hand tools, sharpening blades. (Multiple people with various skills)

Landscape Committee
Design and an estimate cost of Entryway Pergola, Development of Shrubbery and Ground Cover plan for inside the fenced in area. Development of a plan for parking area.

Compost Committee
Work with Infrastructure Committee member:

  • Make sure pitch forks and hoses are at Compost Bin sites in order to add Brown (leaves) and to add water to piles; to keep the piles moist “like a wet sponge”.
  • Operate and maintain chipper; have chipper in working order and in place for members to shred their garden debris for compost bins.
  • Train garden members on how to operator chipper.
  • Operate tractor, using bucket to move chipped debris to compost bins.
  • Operate tractor, using fork turn compost; how often to be determined.
  • Take temperature of compost pile; try to get to 140 degrees; 160 degrees for diseased Compost pile.”

Birds of Prey
Work with Infrastructure Committee to implement grant money project to erect 4 perches and 2 nesting boxes.

Board of Directors
Develop and lead the future of the CCF. Involves monthly meeting and committee leadership.

Infrastructure Committee
Implements 5 year Design Plan. Oversees the general functioning of the garden. Manages upkeep of structures, grounds, track applications and assigment of plots.