Lake Washington Horticulture

Seattle Tilth 
 
Hours per Week: 12-24
Brief  Description 
Gain "hands-on" experience and learn about organic food production and sustainable landscape management while working alongside  Seattle Tilth staff and volunteers in the garden, during classes, and pursuing independent projects. 

Compensation 
This is an unpaid internship, but can be applied towards school credit at    some schools. 

Work Site 
Garden Stewards focus on one of our gardens as arranged, with the    opportunity to participate in the other gardens.     

The gardens locations:
§ Good Shepherd  Center Children’s Garden in Wallingford (4649 Sunnyside Ave.
N., Seattle    98103)
§ Good Shepherd  Center Adult Learning Garden in Wallingford (4649 Sunnyside
Ave. N.,    Seattle 98103)
§ Bradner Gardens  Park in Mt. Baker (1733 Bradner Place S., Seattle 98144)
§ The Rainier Beach Learning Garden in Rainier Beach (4800 S. Henderson, Seattle 98118) 
§ Rainier  Community Center (4600 38th Avenue S, Seattle 98118)
§ Seattle Youth  Garden Works Farm at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture (3501
NW 41st    St., Seattle 98105)
§ The Pickering Barn Learning Garden in the city of Issaquah (1730 10th Ave.
N.W., Issaquah    98027) 

Time Commitment 
Interns devote 12-24 hours per week for six, nine or twelve months. The    number of hours vary depending on the season.. 

Responsibilities
§ Perform seasonal garden work of planting and maintaining gardens. 
§ Lead volunteer  work parties with an emphasis on educating volunteers in seasonal organic gardening techniques.
§ Work closely with the Garden Coordinator to implement educational goals.
§ Assist in volunteer orientations, training and supervision.
§ Participate as a student and then as a Class Assistant for adult education programs in    order to learn Seattle Tilth teaching techniques. 
§ Attend meetings with garden stakeholders which might include Seattle Tilth staff meetings and garden team meetings.
§ Provide administrative support through planning and record keeping. 
§ Communicate  regularly with supervisor, other Garden Stewards and other Seattle Tilth staff as needed to coordinate work plans and provide feedback about your   
internship experience.
§ Work  independently on projects determined with Garden Coordinator 
§ Represent Seattle Tilth to the public in a professional manner in the garden and at   
events. 
   
Benefits
§ Gain non-profit organization, educational program, organic food production and sustainable landscape management experience.
§ Develop  professional contacts with Seattle Tilth staff and volunteers. 
§ Contribute to the organic gardening, local food, educational and environmental fields. 
§ Enjoy working with a team and accomplishing common goals. 
 
*Qualifications Required:
§ Ability to teach and inspire adults, with some prior experience in garden-based or    environmental education preferred. Must enjoy doing physical work outside and    working with people.
§ Ability to lift    40 pounds.
§ Experience  vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest.
§ Access to a car  is helpful.
§ Computer and  office skills are desirable.
§ Spanish  language or other foreign language proficiency a plus. 
§ Available during scheduled work parties.
§ Access to a car is desirable.

*Application Instructions:
Training    & Evaluation  Attend meetings with your supervisor and attend one organization-wide    volunteer orientation to receive your initial training. We encourage    regular communication to ensure a rewarding experience for you and the    organization. 
 
Important Dates and Deadlines for the Pickering Barn, Bradner Gardens park,    Rainier Beach and Seattle Youth Garden Works: 

12 month internships:  March 5, 2012-March 1, 2013 
There are no twelve month opportunities with Seattle Youth Garden Works 

9 month internships: March 5- November 30, 2012 (application due Feb. 10) 
6 month internships: March 5 – August 31, 2012 (application due Feb. 10)
    June 4 – November 30, 2012 (application due May 1) 

Important Dates and Deadlines for the Good Shepherd Center Children’s    Garden: 
9 month internships: June 4, 2012- February 1, 2013 (application due March 16) 
6 month internships: June 4 – November 30, 2012 (application due May 1) 

Application Process 
Please fill out an application on our website: http://seattletilth.org/get-involved/volunteer/internships,   email an introduction and resume to the program coordinator of your preferred garden site. If you are interested in more than one location  please contact applicable coordinators in the same email.


lisataylor@seattletilth.org- Good Shepherd Center Children’s Garden in Wallingford 
suehartman@seattletilth.org– Good Shepherd Center Adult Community Learning Garden in Wallingford 
careythornton@seattletilth.org– Bradner Gardens Park Community Learning Garden in Mt. Baker
marenneldam@seattletilth.org- The Rainier Beach Learning Gardens or Rainier Community Center in Rainier  Beach
robertservine@seattletilth.org- Seattle Youth Garden Works Farm at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture
falaahjones@seattletilth.org- The Pickering Barn Learning Garden in the city of Issaquah  
 
On-line Application Address, if any : 
 
http://seattletilth.org/get-involved/volunteer/volunteerapplicationsf

The Master Naturalist Training Program is a FREE stewardship training program that educates volunteers on the importance and significance of ecological restoration and
preservation for the management and conservation of natural resources and natural areas.   The Master Naturalist Training Program has been adopted by 23 states and has successfully trained thousands of volunteers throughout the nation.

The goal of the Bellevue Master Naturalists is to develop a corps of dedicated and trained volunteers to“educate the community on preserving and promoting our natural resources.”   Through the Master Naturalist Training Program individuals can make a positive impact on their local community, gain useful and applicable experience, and become an active participant in the preservation of their natural resources.
 
Over the course of the 11-week training program volunteers will learn about the area’s ecology, hydrology, geology, natural resource management, native plants, wildlife, cultural history and restoration efforts.   Stewards will meet every Friday, beginning in February, for a series of in-class lectures, field trips, workshops and restoration projects in and around Bellevue City parks.

Upon completion, Master Naturalists will be expected to complete no less than five hours of community service per month up to 100 hours of service to Bellevue’s natural resource programs. Completion of 100 hours is not to exceed the two-year period, but we’d love to have you volunteer longer if you’d like to!

Volunteer service opportunities include environmental education and interpretation, community outreach, habitat restoration and management, maintenance projects, and wildlife and native plant restoration monitoring and research. In addition, Master Naturalists will have the opportunity to assist Park Rangers with Stewardship Saturdays, Eco Fridays, Canoe Tours, Arbor Day/Earth Day, Natural Resource Week, Nature hikes, and more! 
  
Training will take place on Fridays from 9am-3pm, February 3 to April 13, 2012 at the Lewis Creek Visitor Center.  Ideal candidates for the program have an enthusiasm for learning and prior education and experience in natural resource sciences.  
 
Join the Master Naturalist program as a means to further your education and as a way to pass along the knowledge, respect and benefits of nature to others.
 
How to Apply
Application packets are available online at http://www.bellevuewa.gov/9182.htm. 
All packets must be postmarked by January 6, 2012.  Bellevue residents have priority.  Application packets can be emailed to Alex DySard at ADySard@bellevuewa.gov or
mailed to:  
Attention: Alex DySard
Master Naturalist Training Program
Parks & Community Services
Natural Resource Division
16023 N.E. 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
 

"The King County Noxious Weed Control Board is recruiting two board members to serve on the 5-member volunteer board.  Applicants must reside within either Weed
Control District 2 or 4 (visit the King County Noxious Weed Board webpage or search for the Weed Board at www.kingcounty.gov/weeds for a map of the Weed Districts).  District 2 includes the Snoqualmie Valley, Duvall, Carnation, Snoqualmie, North Bend, Sammamish, North Issaquah/Issaquah Highlands, and communities east of Redmond, Bellevue and Lake Sammamish. District 4 encompasses the south-central portion of the county including South Bellevue, Newcastle, Renton, Kent, Auburn, Algona and Pacific.  Farmers and other agricultural producers are especially encouraged to apply. 
 
Board member terms last four years and meetings are generally held monthly.  The Board’s primary focus is to give direction to program staff, approve the annual noxious weed list for King County, guide noxious weed priorities within the county, and ensure the control of state regulated noxious weeds. 

To receive an application packet or additional information, please call (206) 296-0290 or email noxious.weeds@kingcounty.gov.  Applications will be accepted until December 12, 2011." -Sasha Shaw, King County Weed Control Program