Frequently Asked Questions
Where does your food go?
We provide organically grown produce to FBUSD school meal program, Fort Bragg food bank and Redwood Coast senior center, and direct to customers through our Online Farmstand.
How are you funded?
We are funded through produce & plant sales, grants, fundraising events, and business/organization and individual support.
INTERNSHIP RELATED FAQs
What is the Intern Program?
Noyo Food Forest provides youth of Fort Bragg and Mendocino coast the opportunity to learn about sustainable gardening. Student educational experience focuses on the local food system while developing leadership, teamwork, and career building skills.
When can I apply?
Applications for spring 2023 program to be announced!
Who is eligible to participate?
Students ages 14-19 are eligible to participate, and will be required to complete a CDE work permit. ALL students who live in and around the communities we serve are encouraged to participate.
What is the work like?
Every day is a little different. Interns participate in all areas of sustainable gardening – seeding, planting, weeding, composting, harvesting, etc. Due to current health and safety guidelines, harvesting produce will focus on managing our Online Farmstand orders, FBUSD meal program, and donations to FB Food Bank. We will re-evaluate local farmers market attendance, hosting workshops and field trip coordination as Mendocino County guidelines change.
What are the dates and schedule of program?
SPRING 2023 PROGRAM
Typically the after school program hours are: approximately two hours per day, starting at 3:15pm. The goal is to reach total 80 hours in the program.
What should interns wear for work?
Be ready to get dirty. We work in all weather, including rain. It is important to dress comfortably, wear layers and adapt to the changing weather conditions near the coast. Our classroom (The Shade House) is a covered but open-air/outdoor workspace. Please bring sunscreen and/or something to protect your face. Close-toed shoes are mandatory. *Facial coverings are required at produce wash stations.
How does one apply?
Complete the online application and CDE Form B1-1 (work permit). Due to limited enrollment, all applications are reviewed and students will participate in an interview process prior to placement.
Who do I contact with questions?
NFF Staff – via email admin@noyofoodforest.org or phone 707-357-7680.
Mendocino County Public Health Department COVID19 Information
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