Community Garden Start UP
Thursday, July 17, 2025 • 5:00PM - 7:00PM
25131 Ruther Glen Road, Ruther Glen, Va 22546
Join Chandler and Timothy Oliver Jr. for an inspiring evening at Woodcot Farm as we kick off a new community garden initiative! This hands-on tour andworkshop will explore the key steps in establishing a thriving garden, including fencing techniques, no-dig methods, laying cardboard, spreading mushroom compost, and the importance of teamwork in sustainable agriculture.
Participants will also learn about the installation of a simple irrigation system to ensure crops receive consistent water throughout the season. All produce grown through this project will be donated to local food banks—nourishing our neighbors and strengthening our community.Come ready to learn, connect, and grow something that matters!
For more information, contact Michael Carter Sr at 804-481-1163 or mcarter@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments. Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, or any other basis protected by law.