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Slide Ranch

www.slideranch.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
Every bite of food connects us to the soil, water, sun, and air, and to the people who work to feed us. Slide Ranch teaches respect and responsibility for sustaining these connections.

Contact:
Slide Ranch
2025 Shoreline Highway
Muir Beach, CA 94965
Phone: (415) 381-6155
Fax: (415) 381-5762
Email Slide Ranch

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Alameda, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo

Activities:
Education, Recreation

Topic:
Cultural History, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Open Ocean/Oceanography

Educational Resources:
Maps, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Field Trip, Brochures, Website

Education Programs:
School and Community Group Programs
•  Day Programs - explore the farm animals, garden and the surrounding wilderness and seashore using thematic and hands-on activities
•  Overnight Programs - two days of farm and wilderness programs including farm chores and campfire. Participants sleep in tents at a rustic campsite

Family Programs
•  One Saturday a month, explore the farm with your family including chores and farm-related crafts.

Summer Day Camp
•  Week long day campers focus on gaining appreciation of the origins of our food and fiber and exploratory nature games and crafts.

Target Audiences:
K-12, All Ages

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 60

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Garden Assistant
  Description:
Tasks vary depending on the season and garden needs, but can include building garden beds, composting and worm box maintenance, weeding, pruning, mixing soil, and transplanting seedlings.
  When Needed:
Varies by Season
  Qualifications:
Desire to get dirty
  Commitment Required:
About 4 hours
  Application/Training:
Call program office
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Volunteer Coordinator
(415) 381-6155


Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Responsible for the daily execution of Slide Ranch duties/programs, which include the exploration of our farm, garden, trails, and tide pools. The workweek will typically involve 5 teaching days with 2 professional development days each month. Interns are also responsible for daily ranch chores involving the animals and garden. Daily teacher meetings and weekly garden education sessions are also important components of the position. Community related responsibilities include weekly chores, cooking dinner twice a month, food shopping, and periodic community meetings.
  When Needed:
February to mid December
  Qualifications:
Prior experience in education or working with children. Skills with gardening, animal care; environmental education, second language, and experience in community living are also valuable assets.
  Application:
Send cover letter, resume, and references. Please include a personal statement that states how Slide Ranch fits into your long-range plans.
  Number of Interns:
6
  Housing Provided:
Yes
  Paid:
Yes
  Stipend:
Yes
  Credit:
No
  Contact:
(415) 381-6155
slideranch@igc.org


Service Fee:
All program costs are $12 per person

General Services:
Restrooms, Picnic Area, Bookstore/Gift Shop

Disabled Access:
There are ramps that lead to all teaching areas, the garden has a few raised beds to accommodate wheelchair accessibility. All paths are dirt/gravel.


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