Youth + Experiential Learning on a Farm

Youth + Hands-On Learning on a Farm
Details
Dates Volunteer is Needed: 
March 31, 2017, 8am-1:30pm
Number of Volunteers Needed: 
30
Description of the Volunteer Opportunity: 

Join the Recuerda a César Chávez Committee for a fun-filled day of volunteering at the historic Sanchez Farm in the South Valley, Albuquerque. Over 300 elementary and middle school students will be taking a field trip to the farm to participate in the 8th Annual Dolores Huerta Day of Service and Learning.

The students will rotate through a variety of hands-on workshops (solar ovens, worm composting, native herbs, acequias, etc.) throughout the morning and early afternoon. There are a variety of volunteer positions available.

The Dolores Huerta Day of Service and Learning is an opportunity for students to learn about the legacy of César Chávez and the farm worker movement. Each March, the committee visits classrooms to do presentations before the students take their field trip so that the youth have an understanding of the history behind the Day of Service and Learning.

Areas of Interest: 
Children and Youth
Education and Literacy
Environment
Great for: 
Adults
Who Will Be Impacted Through This Project: 

Elementary and middle school students from 8 different Albuquerque schools.

Is This an Ongoing Opportunity?: 
No
Is This a Group Opportunity?: 
Yes
Minimum Age of Volunteers: 
18
Are Court-Ordered Volunteers Accepted?: 
Yes
Nonprofit Will Provide: 

All volunteers will receive breakfast, lunch and a screen-printed bandanna.

Additional Requirements: 

There will be a volunteer training on Sunday, March 26 from 3pm-5pm at Sanchez Farm. Dinner will be provided.

Last Updated: Jun 13 2025
Address of Project Site
1180 Arenal Rd SW
Albuquerque
New Mexico
87105

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