Volunteer Gardener Needed: Join and Inspire and make Food Garden

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A experiência

We are looking for a passionate volunteer gardener to help transform our small backyard and front yard into thriving food gardens. This project aims to maximize small spaces to grow fresh, sustainable produce. We will also be filming this transformation to inspire others and showcase how even limited spaces can become productive and beautiful gardens. If you love gardening and want to be part of an inspiring journey, join us!

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Como você ajuda

4 horas por dia

Jardinagem: Ajude a plantar, regar e cultivar jardins.

Taxa extra necessária

Valor: US$ 18 Por dia

Valor destinado a: Benefícios para os voluntários

Descrição: Volunteers contribute 18$ for accommodation, meals and utilities.

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O que você ganha

3 dias livres por semana

Quarto privado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto privado, ou seja, um quarto só para você

Lavanderia gratuita: Você pode usar nossa lavanderia gratuitamente.

Carona na chegada: Te buscamos na sua chegada a cidade e damos uma carona até aqui.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Internet de Alta Velocidade: Internet de alta velocidade para você trabalhar remotamente

Espaço de Trabalho Dedicado: Espaço específico para você trabalhar remotamente

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Requisitos

Inglês Intermediário ou Tagalog / Filipino Fluente

Entre 28 e 45 anos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos (não aceita casal ou duplas)

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O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

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Detalhes

Program Overview
This volunteer gardening program is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about gardening, sustainability, and community impact. Together, we’ll transform a small backyard and front yard into vibrant, food-producing spaces. The project will also be documented on video to inspire others who wish to grow their own food, even with limited space.

How It Works

1. Orientation and Planning
Volunteers will begin with a detailed orientation to understand the space, goals, and available resources. We'll brainstorm ideas, create a garden plan, and set milestones for the transformation.
2. Soil Preparation and Design
Volunteers will help assess soil quality, add compost or amendments as needed, and prepare planting areas. This includes designing a layout for maximum productivity, incorporating sustainable techniques like vertical gardening or companion planting.
3. Planting and Maintenance
Volunteers will assist in choosing and planting a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs suited for the space and climate. Regular tasks will include watering, weeding, pest control, and ongoing care to ensure healthy plant growth.
4. Filming and Storytelling
Throughout the project, we’ll capture the process on video. Volunteers may help with filming or sharing their experiences and insights, showcasing the steps involved and the transformation achieved.
5. Harvest and Reflection
Once the garden begins producing, volunteers will participate in harvesting and learning how to maximize yields. We'll also reflect on the project, discuss lessons learned, and share success stories through the filmed content.
6. Inspiration Beyond the Garden
The videos and photos from the project will be edited and shared online to inspire others to start their own small-space

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Atividades & Turnos

Volunteer Gardener Daily Activities and Shifts

Overview

This position involves daily gardening tasks aimed at transforming small outdoor spaces into thriving, sustainable food gardens. Volunteers will follow a structured schedule to ensure steady progress and a balanced workload.

Shift Options

Morning Shift: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (4 hours)
Focused on tasks that benefit from cooler temperatures, such as soil preparation, planting, and watering.

Afternoon Shift: 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM (4 hours)
Dedicated to less strenuous activities like organizing materials, pest management, and documenting progress.

Full-Day Option: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (8 hours, with a 1.5-hour lunch break)
For volunteers who prefer immersive participation.


Daily Activities

Morning Activities (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

1. Warm-Up and Check-In (8:00 AM – 8:15 AM)
Light stretching to prepare for physical tasks.
Quick briefing on the day’s goals and assignments.

2. Soil and Garden Bed Preparation (8:15 AM – 10:00 AM)
Turning, aerating, and enriching soil with compost.
Building raised beds or preparing containers for planting.

3. Planting and Seed Starting (10:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
Planting seeds, seedlings, or transplants.
Setting up trellises or supports for vertical gardening.

4. Short Break (11:30 AM – 12:00 PM)
Relax with provided snacks and water.

Afternoon Activities (1:30 PM – 5:30 PM)

1. Documentation and Filming (1:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Capture progress through photos and videos.
Share ideas and insights for storytelling.

2. Maintenance Tasks (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM)
Weeding, watering, and mulching.
Checking for pests or plant diseases and addressing issues.

3. Wrap-Up and Reflection (4:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
Organizing tools and cleaning up the workspace.
Sharing observations and planning.