Do you find yourself spending most of the day away twiddling your fingers and day-dreaming about getting your hands dirty with newfound farm-friends in the sunshine? Do you often wish for a big ole box of delectable, organic veggies in exchange for your hard-work day in and day out? Well, you aren’t alone, and this dream is entirely attainable! In case you didn't know, we have volunteer opportunities galore here at JBG. Not only is it a good juncture to simultaneously get dirty and munch on some crunchy veggies, but also the perfect chance to make new friends and bond with pre-existing ones, too. You're sure to find interesting conversation whilst sorting veggies and enjoying the famously and finely-curated farm-fresh jams from the CSA Hergotz Packing Shed crew (if that's where you choose to donate your time!). Corporate groups are more than welcome, too! Slingin’ veggies on the farm with co-workers is not only a team-building experience, but also a good way to strengthen and solidify working relationships. The more the merrier for us, too. Tons of hands sure does get a lot done.

Corporate team-building. Photo by Scott David Gordon.

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

JBG welcomes volunteers weekly at either of our two Austin locations. The first being the Garfield Farm (4008 River Rd. Cedar Creek, TX) which is where we grow all of our veggies. At this location, you will be able to do an amalgam of tasks... working out in the field, transplanting, harvesting, aiding in the seeding process; all the while, learning tons about farming from the JBG agriculture experts. Want to be a farmer, or just expand your horticultural know-how? This might be the location for you!

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

Once our produce is harvested, we transport it to our Packing Shed (our second volunteer location) at 9515 Hergotz Lane in East Austin. Here, volunteers help wash, sort, and pack veggies for our farmers markets and CSA boxes. You get the farm experience just right down the street from the airport, pretty cool, eh? Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water and snacks (this goes for both locations!). Depending on the season, we sometimes offer an additional Friday afternoon shift from 1-6 PM at the packing shed. We are looking for help Tuesday through Friday every week at either location! Like we alluded to earlier, if you volunteer for a half-day (8 am to 1 pm), we reward your hard-work for a share of farm-fresh veggies. YUM.

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

If you're interested, please RSVP through this link. Please note that depending on the season, we may or may not be offering volunteer opportunities at our Garfield farm. You must receive confirmation email prior to coming to volunteer, and if you sign-up to volunteer, it is very important that you honor your commitment and arrive at the farm on-time at your scheduled location. Please note that due to liability concerns, all volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and sign a waiver before volunteering.

Photo by Scott David Gordon.

Have you heard? On Saturday, 4/1, grab your family, friends, fellow farmers, and come out to the farm! Join JBG to celebrate the change of seasons with our annual Spring Picnic and 5k Garden Gallop! This farm-tastic event will be held at our Garfield Farm. Just a hop and a skip away from the Austin-Bergstrom Airport! Tickets on sale now. We need volunteers to work this event... so, if this piques your interest, email volunteer@jbgorganic.com to sign up!