It will continue to grow with our support. Founded in 2011. The Rainier Community Garden grows fresh vegetables together as a collective group and donates a portion to the local food bank. IMPACTING LOCAL HUNGER:
Since 2011, the Rainier Community Garden has been serving locally to those in need and who desire a healthy choice. The Garden was developed by Rainier High School Agriculture Educator An
gie Karnes and her Environmental Science students. Over 150 community volunteers, 220 students and 33 donors have helped this project grow.
39 raised beds have been built! In 2015, we harvested broccoli, cauliflower, swiss chard, kale, beets, lettuce, peas, beans, radishes, herbs, garlic, onions, cabbage, brussels sprouts, mustard greens, potatoes, carrots, spinach, tomatoes, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. There's also an orchard with 30 fruit trees: 18 cherry and 12 apple, plum, pear and peach. Since 2011, we harvested over 7,694 pounds of food and donated over 5,930 pounds to the Rainier Food Bank. In 2015, we harvested over 2,942 pounds of food and donated over 2,141 pounds to the Rainier Food Bank. There is more work needed in making this small project create a big impact on lives throughout the county. LEARNING:
FREE Workshops & Presentations
Topics include: permaculture, edible weeds, beekeeping and more. GETTING INVOLVED:
Monthly Meetings & Potlucks:
Share ideas & find out how to participate in the garden this season. Every 1st Tuesday at 6 p.m.
2017 Work Parties:
As we begin to prepare for the new season,
we'll announce occasional work parties. Regular Saturday morning Work Parties will begin in mid June. Learn while working together in the garden building, cleaning, weeding, seeding, planting, watering & harvesting.
**Bring water, hat, rain gear, gloves, gardening tools if you have them and any snacks you might need. New participants are welcome! We appreciate donations for garden and building materials. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST:
Receive updated event information
email: [email protected]
The Garden is located at the south end of the Rainier High School parking lot by the large greenhouse at 308 2nd St. in downtown Rainier. Check out new photos of the garden and "like" us on Facebook! http://www.facebook.com/rainiercommunitygarden
CONTACT US:
Angie Karnes | Garden Manager | 360 • 561 • 0990 | [email protected]
Mike Karnes | Resource Developer | 360 • 259 • 6455 | [email protected]
Rainier High School | 308 2nd St. W. • Rainier • WA • 98576
