Memories From A Summer Intern

An internship at The Lord's Acre is not merely an internship; it is a whole community experience. In the spring, I signed up to learn how to grow food in a non-profit context, not knowing that I would enter one of the best jobs of my life. Throughout my experience, the staff and supporters of the garden supported me everyday in our shared pursuit of growing food and changing food systems. Very often we remarked that the friendships made at the garden would not have been possible any other way--I met so many people I would not have otherwise encountered, but with whom, in fact, I shared much in common. Living in community was one of the most beautiful parts of the internship. Sharing a meal at the end of a long day or a potluck during a work night enriched our relationships intentionally. Additionally, the opportunity to attend board meetings and write grants made me feel that I was not just a short-term intern, but a valued part of the organization. The partnerships I was able to build personally and professionally with food pantries and other partner organizations will carry on to future endeavors. I am grateful to The Lord's Acre and the individuals associated with it for a positive time rich with knowledge and good fun. I would recommend the internship to anyone interested in an experience that just begins at growing food.

Warren Wilson Draws a Crowd

While waiting for the Obamas to show this past Saturday
we cleared a bed of kale that had been planted last summer.
The snow cover helped this crop overwinter so well that we
were able to bring kale to Food For Fairview on three different
distribution days. Here, high school board member Zack (right)
and friend, Andrew, along with the Peterson family, tackle
the hard job of picking off every last leaf and pulling the tough
roots out of the ground.











Steve, also a board member, shows his students how to scythe a cover crop of winter rye and hairy vetch.






Elizabeth and Freesia use machetes on more rye and vetch, making a space for the new children's garden area.

Four Beds Were Sown Before The Rain

Today's rain was welcome at our house. Folks showed up last week and helped get several beds dug and planted. We now have our Sugar Ann peas in the ground along with Danvers carrots, mustard, Red Ace beets and spinach. April 3rd, we'll plant potatoes when a crew from Warren Wilson College come out to help. Barring a freak freeze in April, we're off to a great start. Join us Wednesday, March 31st for our first "Official" work night from 6:00 - 8:00.