Is this a
private or public community garden?
This is
the Brentwood Community Gardening Group– an activity of the Brentwood Community
Association.
·
the land is owned by the City of Calgary and leased by the
Brentwood Community Association
·
the garden is supported by the Brentwood Community Association,
the City of Calgary and is completely operated and maintained by community
volunteers – the Brentwood Community Gardening Group (BCCG).
How can I
get a garden bed rental?
You may apply to the
BCGG to rent a garden bed, and where beds are available, fulfill the following
requirements:
·
Be
a current member of the Brentwood Community Association;
·
Pay
an annual garden rental fee to the BCGG; and
·
Agree
to and sign the BCGG Garden Membership Agremeent & Guidelines
Must I
volunteer as a member of the BCGG?
The Brentwood
community garden is 100% volunteer driven.
Through the Membership Agreement & Guidelines, BCGG members commit
to volunteering activites. Activites
include garden maintenance, garden improvement projects , fundraising and
community/garden social activities.
Are
pesticides used in this garden?
This is an ‘organic’
garden. No pesticides are used. No chemical fertilizers are used.
I am
interested in community gardens but don't live in Brentwood...
If you do not live in
Brentwood, you may
·
Contact
your own Community Association to see if they have a Community Garden, or
·
Visit
the City of Calgary webpage to learn more about Community Gardens and how to start a community garden in your own
community.
·
Or contact the BCGG as non-Brentwood members are welcome to join
our garden subject to availability.
May I buy
any of the produce?
Produce is not for
sale. The
flowers and produce in the raised beds belong to the individuals/families that
rent the garden beds.
Is the Garden open to
the public?
Visitors are welcome to enjoy the
serene atmosphere, the sights and scents of this lovely garden. Please don't pick the flowers and produce.
Take a stroll or sit and enjoy the
garden. Eat your lunch and relax. Please remove all of your garbage and make
sure that you close the gate to keep the rabbits out when you leave! Thank you.
Who can cut
or pick the flowers and produce?
The produce and flowers in this garden
are planted, grown and maintained by the members of the BCGG. Only BCGG members may harvest the produce and flowers.
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If
you wish to become involved or would like more information about the Brentwood
Community Gardening Group, please visit
brentwoodgardening.blogspot.com
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