TIRS: GIFTED GARDENERS for Summer 2023

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Description

For participants 18+ of all abilities.  Interested in gardening, but don't know where to start? Start at the Ivory/Baker Community Garden! During this program, participants will learn basic horticulture and gardening skills, prepare and care for various plants, and create related projects!  

Volunteers will be asked to assist participants as needed with tasks and activities, as well as encouraging participants to stay engaged. ​Gardening knowledge is helpful, but not required! 

  • Due to this program being held primarily outdoors in a garden, volunteers should wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothes and CLOSED-TOE shoes.  
  • You MUST be at least 18 years old to Volunteer with Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Services (TIRS) programs.
  • Volunteers may register to help with any or all dates of this 6-week program. If you plan to continue Volunteering on an ongoing basis, please contact VolunteerServices@MeckNC.gov to receive a link to the Park & Recreation Volunteer Enrollment application!

QUESTIONS? Contact Vernice.GallonClyburn@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1308

 

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 18 and 80.
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Inclement Weather Plan: Activities may be shifted indoors (Multipurpose Room #4) in case of rain.
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Location

Get Connected Icon Ivory/Baker Recreation Center
1920 Stroud Park Court
Charlotte, NC  28206

Shifts

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