Hello fellow permies,
I'm putting a wish out into the universe to find a
unicorn: a long-term partner in stewardship for our urban food forest in Portland.
At our 4-plex, we have a big shared yard filled with edible goodies. It's a lot to maintain, and I'm looking for a self-starter to help keep the place humming in exchange for pay, produce, and a place to put your knowledge into practice.
A huge plus for this position would be proficiency in Spanish. We have some fantastic, semi-regular helpers who are primarily Spanish-speaking, and your ability to communicate clearly would be incredibly valuable.
The Role (What we're looking for in a steward):
What we're looking for is less of an employee and more of a collaborator who will:
Take the lead on season planning, soil building, and keeping our polycultures thriving.Enjoy the rhythms of weeding, tending compost, and observing the system.Wants to be in it for the long haul, as there's so much to learn about this specific piece of land.
Future Projects & Leadership:
We're looking for a true collaborator who not only wants to manage the existing system but is also excited to
take the lead on new projects. We dream of setting up a rooftop beehive, building a small chicken coop, developing a robust plant start system, or cultivating mushrooms. If you have the vision and skills for projects like these, we want to hear from you.
The Exchange:
My main goal is to make this a
mutually agreeable situation. This includes a fair hourly wage, your pick of the harvest, and a supportive environment to practice your craft. The role has typically been about 8 hours/week.
(Please note, we are not offering housing.)
If this dream of ours resonates with you, please send me a message. I’d love to hear your story and what you're looking for in a project.
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