FARM & GARDEN INTERNSHIPS AT QUAIL SPRINGS 2010

Spring Session: April 5th – July 12th (3+ months)

Fall Session: August 16th – November 15th (3+ months)

Early application is advised!  As of early March, we have 3 out of 6 spaces open.

Internship Overview: Hands-on service learning at Quail Springs’ 450 acre

permaculture demonstration and education site in Southern California.

Activities include permaculture gardening, farming and earthworks, seed saving,

plant propagation, livestock care, milking, cheese making, yogurt, etc., butchering

(not required), bread making, food preparation using fresh local ingredients,

preserving the harvest, non-profit administration, general chores and community

care. We also offer special segments covering a range of areas from natural building

and watershed stewardship to carving, working with natural fibers, beekeeping,

cooking in the earthen ovens, and more. The service learning time commitment is for

25 hours per week. The intern coordinator works with interns to match your area or

areas of interest with projects on the farm.

What we provide to interns: Hands-on skill building, mentoring, meaningful work,

camping space (with your own gear), nourishing food, hundreds of acres of beautiful

wilderness, swimming pond, reference library, a lively community atmosphere of all

ages, and what many interns have deemed a treasured life-changing experience.

What we are looking for in interns: A desire to learn and to be of service,

adaptability, mindfulness, desire to live & work in the outdoors, a sense of humor, self-

care, ability to listen and to speak from the heart.

Support Quail Springs’ Events or Take a Course:   Quail Springs hosts enjoyable and

informative public and private events that interns have the option to support. Interns

are also invited to join our educational courses at a 30% discount. Some courses offer

partial work trade and scholarships as well.  For the full Quail Springs programs

calendar, visit www.quailsprings.org. 

Cost of internship: $500/month fee covers all meals, camping, facility use, and staff

mentoring. A $250 non refundable deposit is required to secure your space. We offer

a $300 discount if the full session is paid in advance.  Partial work trade: These positions

are limited. Please inquire early!

Contact to learn more or apply for Farm & Garden Internship:  jan@quailsprings.org or

805-886-7239