Spartan Day of Service- South Lansing Urban Gardens

Project Description

Volunteers will help the South Lansing Urban Gardens (SLUG) by harvesting crops, weeding, clearing garden beds, planting seeds and transplants, and other tasks needed to prepare for the end of the growing season. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

Check-In 
All volunteers must register/check-in at the Spartan Days of Service kick-off event held in the Business College Complex, Room N130. 

Transportation 
All transportation will depart from the Business College Complex, and you must check in to find which bus is designated for your project. Upon completion of your service project, you will be dropped off at the Business College. Parking is available at the College of Law ramp, directly across from the Business College. 

Meals & T-Shirts 
During check-in and the program a light breakfast will be available to all volunteers. Prior to departure, volunteers can select a box lunch, and will receive a Spartan Days of Service t-shirt. Vegan and gluten free options will be available. 
 
Schedule for the Day 
8:00a.m. – Registration Opens 
9:00 a.m. – Welcome & Program 
9:15 a.m. - Lunches & T-Shirts 
9:40 a.m. – Load Busses 
10:00 a.m. – Arrive at locations 
2:00 p.m. – Volunteer opportunities conclude | Return to campus 

Community Partner - South Lansing Urban Gardens

About South Lansing Urban Gardens

South Lansing Urban Gardens (SLUG) provides resources and technical assistance for home and community gardeners. They also manage food production in two 90 foot solar hoop houses and a 60 foot greenhouse adjacent to the Southside Community Center.  They have a children's garden program, South Side Sprouts, and offer gardening classes for adults.  All produce harvested is donated to local food pantries and used for educational classes.  

Website: http://www.southlansing.org/Gardens/tabid/817/Default.aspx