Working Shares

A “working share” is the exchange of labor for a vegetable share (NOT for eggs, flowers, fruit etc.). We’re offering this share for the first time this year, in order to give our members a special opportunity to be actively involved in production on “their” farm.


Our expectations are high.

The jobs are physical. 

The work can be heavy, exhausting and repetitive; hot, cold or wet.  Good physical condition is a must!


Although you may be in great physical condition, you will still discover muscles you never knew you had.  You may find you need to be in an unfamiliar or uncomfortable position for a sustained period of time (squatting, kneeling, stooping, bending). Repetitive activity also works muscles hard.  We work in ALL weather.


                         A working share makes a serious commitment of 4 hours of work per week for 10 weeks in exchange for a Standard Share.


You commit to a shift and work that shift for the entire season.
            Shift options:  Tuesday or Thursday 8:00-12:00

Friday 8:00-12:00 or 1:00-5:00


Working shareholders develop a special connection with the farm and farmers and other workers, along with a deeper appreciation and understanding of sustainable vegetable production.


Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Working Shares


What will I be doing? 
You will be involved in all aspects of vegetable harvest and post harvest including washing, bagging, counting and sorting vegetables.  You may weed, trellis, transplant, mulch.  Each shift has its own rhythm. Some one time jobs; some jobs repeat themselves week after week.


I’ve never done farm work before.  How will I know what to do? 
Each job will be explained.  You need to be able to listen, follow directions and work hard. Working hard means keeping your hands moving, not stopping and chatting with the person working next you. (This doesn’t mean you can’t talk, you just have to keep working).


Can I share the responsibility with my spouse, housemate, etc.?
It is best if one person in a household makes the commitment, but if you need a sub you can certainly send another household member to work your shift.


Can two of us come each week for 2 hours?
No.  Leaving in the middle of a shift is not very satisfying for you and not as helpful for the farm. 


When does the worker share begin?
We will contact you with details, but it will most likely begin in mid-June. It coincides with the vegetable delivery season; this is when we need the most hands.


Can I work for an every-other-week or large share? What about Eggs or Fruit?
Not this season. As this is our first year and we are still figuring things out, we will only be asking for a commitment of 4 hours of work for 10 weeks in exchange for a Standard Veggie Share.


Can I bring my child along? 
No.  We are working hard.  The work is not geared for children.


Can I bring my dog out with me?
No, but you will get to meet our two dogs.


What if I need to miss a shift because of vacation, illness or other conflict?
You can make up your shift.  You can do this by working a double shift or two shifts in one week.  We will work out the details. But, please let us know in advance when you’ll be absent.


Can I work evenings or weekends?
No.  We do the farm work during the day, during the week.  But we certainly welcome volunteers, so if you really would like to become involved, give a call and we can work something out.


What if my schedule changes mid season?
If you know your schedule will be changing mid season we can talk about it and plan accordingly.  If your schedule changes unexpectedly mid season, we will work with it.  In either case you will be able to switch to another shift that fits your schedule.


After looking at all of this I would like to do a working share.  What should I do next?
Call the farm and talk to Rebecca 517 589 5543.  You and she will discuss details and specifics and make the final decision together.