The Old Fort at Hesperus is offering two different farming opportunities for the 2017 growing season:
Farmer in Training: For those who need more experience before beginning their own business. Farmers-in-training work two to three days per week, both in the Education Garden learning farming skills and co-managing a quarter-acre plot with other farmers-in-training. They will also care for a small perennial plot.Farm Incubator: For those who are ready to take the next step toward the goal of operating a farm in Southwest Colorado. This program provides educational classes, access to land, water and much needed infrastructure. Join a team of farmers on 6.5 acres who run independent businesses but also cooperate with each other to produce a variety of foods at 7,600 feet. Marketing assistance is available through the Old Fort Market Gardens brand to access Community Supported Agriculture shares as well as providing produce to Sodexo, the campus dining service at Fort Lewis College.Deadline for applications is 5 p.m. Dec. 9. For more information, contact Beth LaShell at Lashell_b@fortlewis.edu, 385-4574 or visit www.tinyurl.com/OFIncubator.
Herald Staff
