Serving the Big Horn Basin for over 100 years
Serving the Big Horn Basin for over 100 years
AmeriCorps VISTA member Erin Day-Gennett harvests some cabbage from the Worland Community Garden last fall. Day-Gennett's service ended last week. The Community Garden is seeking additional AmeriCorps VISTA members for this year's garden season. Contact Washakie County Extension at 347-3431 for more information.
WORLAND - With Wyoming weather hinting at spring, thoughts are turning to gardening and the community garden, operated by the University of Wyoming Washakie County Extension is seeking volunteers to get the garden ready for planting.
AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) member Erin Day-Gennett, who finished her work last week said the Extension "would like to continue serving our community with fresh produce in the upcoming season. After thinking about how to serve Washakie County safely we are moving forward with some suggested dates and times for volunteers."
Extension has set up specific work hours at the garden. Volunteers are asked to contact the Extension office at 347-3431 so they can manage time slots to ensure compliance with social distancing guidelines.
Extension Educator Caitlin Youngquist said, "We will be preparing beds for planting, removing some early season weeds, and planting some cool season crops."
She added, "This is also a great opportunity for beginner gardeners who would like to learn a few things to help them have successful home garden this year."
There will be time Saturday from 2-4 p.m .; May 2, 1-4 p.m .; May 16, 10 a.m. to noon; May 27, 2-4 p.m .; and May 30, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Volunteers are asked to bring their own gloves, water bottle and face mask.
VISTA VOLUNTEER
The Extension office is again seeking a VISTA Summer Associate. The position is full-time for 10 weeks with a small living allowance provided. They are also seeking a 450-hour AmeriCorps volunteer. This position has a small living stipend during the service and an education award at the end of the service.
They are also seeking a 300-hour AmeriCorps volunteer. There is an educational award at the end of the service. Hours are flexible with this position.
Youngquist said, "This is an ideal opportunity for someone interested in horticulture or education. Training will be provided. All that is required is a willingness to work hard, and get along well with people from diverse backgrounds."
She said duties will include planting, weeding, watering and harvesting vegetables, planning and leading educational programs and hosting volunteers.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Contact Extension for more information or apply online at http://www.actionresources.ngo/openpositions.
