Garden Team Member

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Garden Team Member Length of Commitment: 1 Year To 2 Year(s) Overview

The garden team consists of live-in volunteers who holds the stewardship of a healthy biodynamic garden. We are looking for someone wants to work towards making real change in the relationship between humanity and the earth. They are responsible for the production of vegetables for the community while co-managing a team of people with a range of abilities to create a human, therapeutic working environment. Our community is located on 525 acres in the diverse landscapes of Central Minnesota. In addition to our garden, our farm is home to 30 beef cattle brood and around 40 laying hens.

The two-acre garden provides enough vegetables for fresh eating and winter storage for the community to eat year-round. It is the responsibility of the garden team to work with the community to determine the size of production based on a balance between the skills of the garden team, the needs of the community and the other financial, human and land resources that are currently available. During the growing season, the garden is a core workplace in our community. We are looking for someone who wants to work towards making real change in the relationship between humanity and the earth.

Requirements

• Minimum vegetable production experience of 1 year
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to set goals and make an assessment of successes and how to better achieve goals in the next growing season
• Experience with tractor and equipment operation and maintenance preferred
• Commitment to biodynamic methods

Expectations

• Manage 2 acres of biodynamically grown vegetables
• Work alongside crews of 4-8 people who have a range of abilities
• Develop a garden plan with the community based on needs and resources
• Complete state-mandated and Camphill specific training
• Willing to offer support in other areas of our community such as in our bakery, weavery or kitchen
• Work 5-6 days per week for varied hours

What we Provide

• Private room and board (wifi included) in a lifesharing home
• Monthly stipend
• Student loan payments ($250-$500/mo)
• Daily local, organic meals
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Medical plans/support for those staying 6 months or longer
• Use of community vehicles (gas and insurance included)

Additional Information

The start date and length of commitment are somewhat flexible.

Star Services for state-mandated training and Biodynamic mentorship provided.