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General Gardener / handyperson
When We Need You
From 01/08/2008 onwards
About Opportunity
We are offering experiences in 1. Deep bed cultivation of fruit and vegetables 2. Work in the polytunner growing tomatoes etc 3. Maintaining and developing the wildlife are, feeding birds etc 4. Maintaining and developing the wildlife garden and pond. 5. Maintaining and making compost, leaf mould, wormery, liquid fertilizer and recycling wood etc. 6. Working in the soft fruit cage 7. Maintaining and planting the herb bed and rockery 8. Developing and maintaining the 'potager' garden (veg and flower mix) 9. Using the resource centre and kitchen to read up on all above areas and more
Availability
Flexible
About Kintyre Environmental Group
We are an organic, community garden and have a wildlife area. The aim is to provide healthy food, activities for volunteers, and a peaceful, educational environment for visitors to the garden / wildlife area.
Skills & Experience
The volunteer needs to adapt to a stress reduced pace of life and have a willingness to listen and share ideas/experiences to others regarding gardening, wildlife support, tea making etc
Travel Details
The Community Organic Garden is situated behind Auchinlee Eventide Home on High Askomil Road, opposite the bus stop. The entrance is to the left wall, up a sloping drive.
Restrictions
Unsuitable for wheelchairs
Training and Induction Details
We have a basic induction leaflet giving them basic garden information and contact details.
Work Type
Conservation / Gardening
Client Group
Environment
Expenses Detail
Volunteers will be offered seasonal organic fruit, vegatables and herbs free of charge.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Regular hours are best. Volunteer will gain more from long term regular garden activity.
Minimum Age
No minimum age has been specified for this opportunity
Volunteers Required
10
Reference Code
9-315
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
21 Longrow
PA28 6DD
Contact: Volunteer Centre Argyll and Bute
Tel: 01586 554744
Email: makiabvc@tiscali.co.uk
Website: http://www.volunteerargyl...
