Volunteer at 21 Acres: Farm Stewardship

Work alongside knowledgeable 21 Acres staff on a variety of seasonal restoration and farm projects that build soil health and climate resilience. Your help supports local food systems by increasing farm productivity; building habitat for animals, birds, and insects; decreasing stormwater runoff; and storing carbon.

Depending on the time of year, volunteers can expect to learn about vernal wetlands, crop planting and harvesting, local pollinator species, cover crops, bioswales, hugelkultur, noxious weeds, and more - all while engaging in collaborative hands-on activities.

No prior farm experience required. All tools provided.

Be prepared for your visit to the farm:

• Please always wear closed-toe shoes for your safety.
• Raincoats and rubber boots are advised on rainy days.
• Remember to check the weather and dress accordingly.
• Wear loose-fitting comfortable layers that you don’t mind getting dirty.
• Long sleeves and long pants are recommended.
• Bring a reusable water bottle and snacks to stay fueled and hydrated!

Accessibility

We are committed to making our volunteer events as accessible as possible. Please reach out to our team with any questions, concerns, or needs prior to the event. If you are not attending this event due to accessibility concerns, please let us know. We welcome your feedback.

The 21 Acres farm is not ADA accessible. The roads are unpaved, and the ground can be uneven. Our LEED-certified education center is ADA accessible. There is an elevator in the building that goes to the second-floor restrooms. While our restrooms are not gender-neutral, we invite all guests to use the restroom that aligns with their identity.

Cancellation

Safety is our first priority. If existing or anticipated conditions pose a moderate to high risk to volunteers and staff, we will make the decision to cancel volunteer activities.

In the event of cancellation, registered volunteers will be informed of cancellations by the Volunteer Coordinator as soon as possible. Please make sure that the email and phone number you provide during registration are accurate.

If you are feeling sick, we kindly ask that you respect the safety of yourself and others by not coming to campus. Send an email to [email protected] or call us at (425) 481-1500 if you are unable to attend your scheduled shift.

Questions? For accessibility or other inquiries, please email Issy Steckel, Volunteer Coordinator: [email protected].

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