Volunteer: Rappahannock Education Farm - Harvest Volunteers* PLEASE SEE THE DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. Volunteers may help with prepping the soil for planting, weeding, distributing woodchips and mulch, watering the land, planting seeds, tilling, composting, removing debris, harvesting, gleaning (if needed), and other general farming duties as assigned. * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE (texting, playing games, phone calls) * Bring your own chairs and water * Physical labor is involved * Dress according to the weather. * Point of contact for Rappahannock Education Farm is Rich Larochelle* Point of contact for Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank is LaToya Brown, labrown@fredfood.org or Dominique Thomas, dthomas@fredfood.orgDriving instructions: Using a GPS: 1094 White Oak Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405. This will take you to the intersection of White Oak Road and First Street. From White Oak Road, turn onto First Street, and you will turn left into the property 500 yards down First Street when you see the Rappahannock Education Farm sign. Program: Food Sourcing * PLEASE SEE THE DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. Volunteers may help with prepping the soil for planting, weeding, distributing woodchips and mulch, watering the land, planting seeds, tilling, composting, removing debris, harvesting, gleaning (if needed), and other general farming duties as assigned. * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE (texting, playing games, phone calls) * Bring your own chairs and water * Physical labor is involved * Dress according to the weather. * Point of contact for Rappahannock Education Farm is Rich Larochelle* Point of contact for Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank is LaToya Brown, labrown@fredfood.org or Dominique Thomas, dthomas@fredfood.orgDriving instructions: Using a GPS: 1094 White Oak Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405. This will take you to the intersection of White Oak Road and First Street. From White Oak Road, turn onto First Street, and you will turn left into the property 500 yards down First Street when you see the Rappahannock Education Farm sign. Program: Food Sourcing Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 22405 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Rappahannock Education Farm CLASS: Soil Your Undies Challenge @ 1094 White Oak Rd, 22405Have you ever wondered what's happening beneath the surface of your garden? Come dig into the fascinating world of soil health with your local agricultural extension agents during this interactive, on-farm experience. Through fun demonstrations and hands-on activities, you'll discover what makes soil come alive and why healthy soil is the foundation of thriving farms and gardens. Best of all, each participant will receive a FREE pair of 100% cotton underwear to bury in their own yard as part of the famous Soil Your Undies Challenge! After a few weeks underground, you'll dig them up to see just how active your soil biology really is. It's a fun, memorable experiment that gardeners of all ages will enjoy! * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE * Must wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes * Dress according to outside temperatures Driving instructions: Using a GPS: 1094 White Oak Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405. This will take you to the intersection of White Oak Road and First Street. From White Oak Road, turn onto First Street, and you will turn left into the property 500 yards down First Street when you see the Rappahannock Education Farm sign. Program: Food Sourcing Have you ever wondered what's happening beneath the surface of your garden? Come dig into the fascinating world of soil health with your local agricultural extension agents during this interactive, on-farm experience. Through fun demonstrations and hands-on activities, you'll discover what makes soil come alive and why healthy soil is the foundation of thriving farms and gardens. Best of all, each participant will receive a FREE pair of 100% cotton underwear to bury in their own yard as part of the famous Soil Your Undies Challenge! After a few weeks underground, you'll dig them up to see just how active your soil biology really is. It's a fun, memorable experiment that gardeners of all ages will enjoy! * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE * Must wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes * Dress according to outside temperatures Driving instructions: Using a GPS: 1094 White Oak Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405. This will take you to the intersection of White Oak Road and First Street. From White Oak Road, turn onto First Street, and you will turn left into the property 500 yards down First Street when you see the Rappahannock Education Farm sign. Program: Food Sourcing Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 22405 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Rappahannock Education Farm CLASS: Natural Methods of Weed & Pest Control @ 1094 White Oak Rd, 22405Join Dr. Andrew Dolby and REF Board Member Ben Litchfield for an engaging and informative presentation on why relying on chemical pesticides and herbicides can actually make weeds and insects more resistant over time—creating what's known as the "pesticide treadmill." You'll discover practical, natural alternatives that are healthier for your garden, your family, and the environment. Whether you're growing vegetables in a backyard garden or tending a larger plot, you'll leave with valuable tips you can put to use right away. * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE * Must wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes * Dress according to outside temperatures Driving instructions: Using a GPS: 1094 White Oak Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405. This will take you to the intersection of White Oak Road and First Street. From White Oak Road, turn onto First Street, and you will turn left into the property 500 yards down First Street when you see the Rappahannock Education Farm sign. Program: Food Sourcing Join Dr. Andrew Dolby and REF Board Member Ben Litchfield for an engaging and informative presentation on why relying on chemical pesticides and herbicides can actually make weeds and insects more resistant over time—creating what's known as the "pesticide treadmill." You'll discover practical, natural alternatives that are healthier for your garden, your family, and the environment. Whether you're growing vegetables in a backyard garden or tending a larger plot, you'll leave with valuable tips you can put to use right away. * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE * Must wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes * Dress according to outside temperatures Driving instructions: Using a GPS: 1094 White Oak Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22405. This will take you to the intersection of White Oak Road and First Street. From White Oak Road, turn onto First Street, and you will turn left into the property 500 yards down First Street when you see the Rappahannock Education Farm sign. Program: Food Sourcing Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 22405 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: REF Garden Annex - Volunteers @ FRFB: 3631 Lee Hill Dr, Fred, VA 22408Volunteers may help with prepping the soil for planting, weeding, distributing woodchips and mulch, watering the crop, planting seeds, composting, removing debris, harvesting, and other general garden tasks as assigned. This is an onsite garden at Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank's main location. When you arrive and leave, please sign in and out on the sign-in sheet at the front desk (through the orange door). You must also check in and out online. * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE (texting, playing games, phone calls) * The garden is located in the front of the warehouse near the parking. * Each person must be registered as a volunteer through our website and signed up for the shift. * Volunteers 7-14 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. * Volunteers under 18 years old must also have a Youth Consent Form on file with us. To request this form, email dthomas@fredfood.org. * Bring your own chairs and water * Physical labor is involved * Dress according to the weather. * Point of contact for REF - Annex Garden is Liz Ritoli, 540-710-3220* Point of contact for Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank is LaToya Brown, labrown@fredfood.orgProgram: Food Sourcing Volunteers may help with prepping the soil for planting, weeding, distributing woodchips and mulch, watering the crop, planting seeds, composting, removing debris, harvesting, and other general garden tasks as assigned. This is an onsite garden at Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank's main location. When you arrive and leave, please sign in and out on the sign-in sheet at the front desk (through the orange door). You must also check in and out online. * NO EXCESSIVE CELL PHONE USE (texting, playing games, phone calls) * The garden is located in the front of the warehouse near the parking. * Each person must be registered as a volunteer through our website and signed up for the shift. * Volunteers 7-14 years old, must be accompanied by an adult. * Volunteers under 18 years old must also have a Youth Consent Form on file with us. To request this form, email dthomas@fredfood.org. * Bring your own chairs and water * Physical labor is involved * Dress according to the weather. * Point of contact for REF - Annex Garden is Liz Ritoli, 540-710-3220* Point of contact for Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank is LaToya Brown, labrown@fredfood.orgProgram: Food Sourcing Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 22408 Allow Groups: Yes |