Horton Road Organics is hiring apprentices for the 2015 season.
At Horton Road Organics, we cultivate 5 acres of vegetables that provide food for three local farmers markets, natural food stores, restaurants, and a 70-member CSA.
Our apprentice program is predominantly hands on. Prior field experience can be very helpful but not as important as a willingness to meet the demands of the farm each day. It is essential that you: (1) Are able to commit to the entire season mid April through October and have a good work ethic, (2) Are physically able to do field work, which involves a combination of stamina, strength and flexibility, and (3) Are able to work well with others in a team, have good communications skills, and are prepared to contribute time and energy to community building activities.
Students spend much of their time planting, weeding, harvesting and preparing vegetables. They also dig and fertilize raised beds, go to farmers markets, do deliveries, keep records, choose projects to pursue, and write for the CSA newsletter. Throughout the season, students are expected to gain mastery over different tasks and develop an understanding of the working farm that comes with working closely with past graduates and being an important part of a seasonal crew. What is learned in the field is contextualized by classes and field trips that introduce students to the basic subjects involved in small scale organic farming. Our goal each year is to foster a diversified, productive, ecologically sensitive and personally enriching learning environment.
Commitment & Compensation:
• April 15-October 31, 2015; 40-hour work week, Monday-Friday
• $700 Monthly Stipend & Worker’s Compensation Coverage
• Extra pay for Saturday Farmers Markets
• Community Living, Private Bedroom & Bulk Food Provided
The position is open until filled. Please apply online at www.hortonorganics.com.