There are numerous and varied ways to volunteer your time and or services at Hilltop Hanover Farm. Choose the opportunity that best fits your level of interest and ability:
Educator:
Classroom Assistant: Classes for youngsters are taught daily. Classroom assistants and special service providers are welcome. Programs focus on environmental education, history and life on a farm.
Docent: Farm Tours are offered to the public and for larger school groups. Docents lead tours and provide additional information on the existing demonstration projects located throughout the farm. Training provided. A willingness to work outdoors is welcome
Workshop Leader: Single or multi-session workshops in arts/crafts, agricultural / environmental sciences and history are held throughout the year. Leaders and facilitators are welcome to share their talents and fields of expertise with the public.
Farmer:
Field Work: Hands-on participation in all aspects of three season farming is available. Work ranges from seeding, weeding, harvesting and irrigation work.
Farm @Home Attendant: Establishment of and maintenance work in our kitchen garden
Demonstration Garden Assistant: Work with the Master Gardeners of CCE to plant and maintain specialized demonstration plots
Livestock Aides: Feed, water, and help manage the sheep and or poultry demonstrations
Environmentalist:
Aqua-Monitor: Check on the status of freshwater systems, stream and ponds, at the farm
Compost Manager: Operate the solar powered composting facility to create fertilizer
Vermiculturalist: Maintain the worm-powered compost and create even more fertilizer!
Trail Guide: Hiking Programs on forest ecology will be offered once a month from May through October. Guides who enjoy hiking, talking and sharing information about the forest are welcome.
Intern:
Click here for more information and for an Application Form.
Office Assistant:
Administrative Assistant: General office work-handle phone calls and reservations, data entry, scrap booking, greet the public
Graphic Artists: Work with staff to help to create brochures, pamphlets, newsletters, maps, and interpretive signage to help to educate the public
Writers: see above
Photographers: see above and help to document the history of the Farm.
Idea Person: Welcome!
DO YOU HAVE A SKILL OR SERVICE NOT LISTED ABOVE?
Please let us know if you’re interested in volunteering at the Farm. |
