Winter is approaching, and farmers have already cultivated corn after corn. The growth process of corn is very subtle - a corn consists of growing, catching insects, picking side branches, growing flowers and pollinating, harvesting corn cores, and even tasting fresh corn leaf pods. , is an unforgettable exploration and experience.
Event details
The 2024 "Working with Farmers" volunteer program allows urbanites to enter rural farmland through a farming experience of co-cultivation. Starting from touching the land, they can re-liberate the five senses of the body, feel the importance of organic planting to nature, and learn local traditional agriculture. Wisdom, savor the mellowness of rural culture, reconnect the countryside with the city, and establish community relationships of mutual help and trust.
The project will use "SEED Hebei Farm" as a co-operation base, and a volunteer activity day will be held on the first Sunday of every month. Participants will be led by experienced farmers to learn production methods that coexist with nature, experience the changes in farmland throughout the year, and taste the local flavors of spring, summer, autumn and winter.
Anyone is welcome to participate, go into the farmland, return to simplicity, walk with the farmers through every process, and gain an extraordinary experience!
Please note: People aged 12 or under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Since some agricultural work requires planting experience or sufficient physical strength, the organizer will allocate appropriate work according to the individual's experience, ability and physical condition, and will arrange rest periods.
Event details:
Dates: February to December, first Sunday of each month**
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon
Language: Cantonese (simple English translation available upon request)
Gathering venue: 河背農圃活動中心
content:
- Assist with daily farming tasks at Ho Pui Farm
- Learn basic organic growing techniques
- Learn about local crops
Remark:
Volunteers need to bring their own personal supplies:
Drinking water and water bottles.
Agricultural water shoes or sneakers (the fields are sandy and gravelly, so please do not wear slippers or sandals).
Personal sun protection products, including: sun protection hats, sun protection gloves, and lightweight sun protection clothing.
**Due to weather conditions or individual events, the event day may be canceled or rescheduled. Please pay close attention to the latest notices from the association.