- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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10 people are interested
Harvest Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: The Trustees of Reservations -- Boston Region
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
10 people are interested
Overview
Chestnut Hill Farm is located in Southborough, it is a hidden gem providing organically grown vegetables to the local community through CSA and farm-stand. It is a growing endeavor with a planned membership of 250 in the next 3 years. As a non-profit and a Trustees property, the farm is also committed to a level of community engagement and education that goes beyond agriculture to include community building and support.
Responsibilities
Working closely with a staff person you will:
- Help with all aspects of CSA/farm-stand morning harvest and prep
- Harvest and prep for distribution and sale a variety of seasonal vegetables which will include, cutting, bunching, washing, weighing, and packing and cooling
- Keep accurate records of all produce harvested including donated veggies
- Make sure that all air dry produce is protected from contamination by birds after harvest
- Clean up wash station area including rinsing and air drying buckets to prevent contamination
- Occasionally help with set up for farm stand
Qualifications
- Must be able to carry 40lb box/basket
- Standing/walking/bending while carrying full baskets for periods of time
Time Commitment 4-hour shifts during the growing season. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday shifts are avaialble. Come once or sign up for multiple shifts! Opportunties are avaialbe through the end of October.
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About The Trustees of Reservations -- Boston Region
Location:
200 High St., Boston, MA 02110, US
Mission Statement
The Trustees of Reservations preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts.
Description
The Trustees of Reservations is one of Massachusetts' largest non-profits and the nation's first conservation and preservation organization. We preserve and protect places of natural, scenic and historic beauty and hold these "reservations" in "trust" for public use and enjoyment. Our passion is to improve the quality of life in the Commonwealth, using our properties and their many programs as a powerful and compelling platform to engage more residents and visitors in our mission-driven work. We believe in protecting the irreplaceable forever, for everyone. Today, we care for 112 special reservations -- from beaches to farms, gardens and historic sites - within minutes of every resident. Funded and supported entirely by our nearly 2 million visitors and supporters, and more than 100,000 members, we invite you to find your place.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Chestnut Hill RoadSouthborough, MA 01772
DATE POSTED
June 21, 2016
SKILLS
- Farming
- Gardening
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- One 4 hour shift per week from June - October
- Come once or sign up for multiple shifts!