Q:  Do I need any experience?

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A:  No, we'll train you and/or find jobs that work for you.

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Q:  Do I need to sign a waiver?

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A:  Yes, everyone who volunteers needs to sign both the basic farm waiver and our COVID-19 Waiver.  Waivers can be found here.  

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Q:  What should I wear?

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A:  Clothes that can get dirty!  Also, wear boots or close-toed footwear.  Flip-flops or open-toed shoes are not permitted.  Long pants are recommended.  

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Q:  Do I need to bring anything?

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A:  Work gloves are helpful, and we also have some that you can borrow.   Also, please bring a water bottle - we do not have drinking water at the farm site.

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Q:  What happens if it rains on a volunteer day?

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A:  The vegetables still need to be harvested, even in the rain!  Come on out - we'll be there, even in the rain.

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Q:  My children wish to volunteer.  Do I need to accompany them and volunteer along with them?

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A:  Youth under the age of 13 need to be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.  Children must be at least 15 to participate in harvest volunteer sessions.

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Q:  I would like to bring my child or children with me to volunteer.  What ages can participate?

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A:  Although we welcome all ages to volunteer, tasks vary over the course of the growing season.  On a given day, there is a chance that we may not have tasks available that are appropriate for very young children, though they are still welcome to come and enjoy the Farm while supervised by their parent or guardian.  Youth under the age of 13 need to be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.  Children must be at least 15 to participate in harvest volunteer sessions.

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Q:  How do I find the most recent Volunteer Sign-up Form?

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A:  The most up-to-date Volunteer Sign-up Link is always on our Individual Volunteers page.

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Q:  Why are more days and times not available for volunteering?

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A:  Like most not-for-profit farms in the area, we have a limited staff.  We must balance the need for program development, administration, and production farming time (including many behind-the-scenes tasks) with leading and supporting volunteers in tasks.  We hope that the flexible schedules of the Special Volunteer Roles can make it possible for you to join us.

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Q:  I have a physical limitation, challenge, or injury.  Is it still possible for me to volunteer?

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A:  Yes - thank you for your interest!  We strive to make volunteer opportunities inclusive for all.  Please contact us directly to discuss your needs, or see our Special Volunteer Roles.  Many of these include options for volunteering with the Farm that do not involve physically demanding tasks.

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