Composting "Learn & Volunteer" Saturdays
Schedule
Sat May 25 2024 at 10:00 am to Sat Nov 02 2024 at 12:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
South Chicago Farm | Chicago, IL
About this Event
We're inviting the you to join in on our Community Compost program "Learn & Volunteer" Saturdays starting in May and running every-other week through November 2nd.
Arrive at 10am to check-in and drop off your kitchen scraps (optional). Then learn hands-on from Darion Crawford (DC), Community Compost Coordinator, as you volunteer in UGC's industry-leading urban ag composting systems. Each week will include a theme/topic in composting. Volunteering ends at 12pm.
If you'd like to stay for our general farm Afternoon Tour & Volunteer hours (Saturdays from 1-4pm), you must also RSVP here: LINK
***PREP & ARRIVAL***
All volunteers must sign our Liability, Theft, and Photo release waiver at least once per season: LINK
Please plan to arrive ten minutes early to check-in at the Welcome Table visible from the entrance before heading onto the farm to join the tour. A UGC representative will greet you at the Welcome Table.
***REGISTER FOR OUR COMMUNITY COMPOST PROGRAM***
Want to dive deeper and come weekly to drop off your kitchen scraps? You can learn more and register here: LINK
Registered Community Compost participants are not required to make a donation to attend our "Learn & Volunteer" Saturdays.
***DONATIONS***
- We ask for a $10 donation per adult, and $5 for children.
- Neighbors (zip codes 60617, 60620) are welcome to join us donation-free!
- Registered Community Compost program participants can also RSVP for free.
- Regardless, cost should not be a barrier—if financial support is needed you can RSVP using the Free Neighbor RSVP.
***GROUPS***
Groups over 10 must organize a group volunteer session with us separately; if your organization is a local nonprofit please inquire here, and for corporations / offices, inquire here.
Where is it happening?
South Chicago Farm, 9000 South Mackinaw Avenue, Chicago, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 10.00
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