The farm has evolved to where it is today in large part thanks to wonderful volunteers. In the spring and summer there are opportunities to volunteer at the farm: maintaining the buildings, moving bedding to the compost pile, preparing for community events. Sometimes, there are work days scheduled for big jobs. There are some winter opportunities at the farm; these include moving out old bedding, occasional help with the goats, loading/unloading hay, helping with our Christmas Tree collection. Volunteers are encouraged to make a regular commitment to come to the farm once a month, once a week, or on any somewhat regular basis.
Otherwise please contact Ben Waterman at the Vermont Land Trust.
Please note that all work is eligible for City Market Member-Worker hours: volunteer 4 hours a month and get 12% off at City Market Coop the following month. To participate in the City Market Member-Worker program you must (1) join City Market Coop and (2) complete their one hour orientation for member-workers.
Financial support to strengthen farm operations has come from dozens of people, businesses, and foundations, including the High Meadows Fund, Jane’s Trust, and the Castanea Foundation. We welcome additional donations through our online giving page (remember to choose “Pine Island Community Farm” from the list of options).
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To learn more about the farm, contact:
Ben Waterman
Lands Director
Vermont Land Trust
802-861-6506
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VLT Facts |
596,000+ Total acres protected |
730+ Farms using conserved land |
428,000 Acres of forestland |
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170 Recreation spots |
60 Miles Catamount Trail |
470 Miles VAST Trail |
2,500+ Properties protected |