Let's Grow Mountaineers!
These volunteer positions are responsible for weekly maintenance of WVU Campus Garden areas (on the WVU Campus on the Evansdale campus or at the Westover Greenhouse location) and at the First Presbyterian Church Food Donation Garden on Spruce Street/Forest Avenue. The WVU Campus and FPC Garden network grows food for local food pantries and food insecure individuals in Monongalia County.
Needs will fluctuate with growing season. All skill levels are invited to apply! No experience is necessary, and students are especially encouraged to apply. WVU Extension Master Gardener program participants will be able to earn course credit at these locations.
Positions are available largely during Spring, Summer, and early Fall months (eg: Late February to late November).
Volunteers will provide a variety of garden-related tasks, including but not limited to:
-Plant Care, including watering and pest/disease management
-Preparing and maintaining soils, including mixing compost, shoveling, and lifting heavy bags
-Assisting with building or modifying garden beds and trellising structures
-Applying fertilizers and other soil amendments
-Harvesting fruits and vegetables
-Deliveries to local food pantries, when needed
Garden volunteers may be asked to work special garden events, including those surrounding special harvests and garden-based learning workshops.
Please note that most of these activities can be physically demanding. Volunteers will be required to provide their own personal safety protection and perform volunteer functions at their own risk. Best efforts will be made to provide activities for volunteers who may need accommodation. Other positions are also available, including graphics design and public relations, grant writing, workshop volunteers and leaders, student advocates, and special event staff.
Any questions should be directed to Nikki Byrne-Hoffman at cbyrne1@mail.wvu.edu
