by SOYL Youth | Nov 4, 2015 | Stories from the Field
The end. The end, of sowing. The beginning, of something new. ~~~~~ Last week was our last harvest day as Schoolyard Farm Interns. 7.5 months – gone, just like that! But, oh, the life that’s grown through the cracks and open spaces of the...
by SOYL Youth | Aug 14, 2015 | Stories from the Field
Big and small. Small and Big. Never one-size-fits all. ~~~~~ Harvest News A smaller harvest this week meant enjoying the unfamiliar feeling of being unrushed. ‘Twas much appreciated! We’re back to small salad turnips! It was a bit weird handling...
by SOYL Youth | Jul 24, 2015 | Stories from the Field
“Ah! So beautiful!” Intern Hanne is gleeful as she peels back the soil-y layer of garlic skin to unveil a spotlessly white and smooth layer beneath–garlic! “You’re rubbing off on her, Jenny,” Farmer Scott remarks. (“So...
by SOYL Youth | Jul 16, 2015 | Stories from the Field
“Can I just pick one leaf to show her what it smells like?” “Sure, go ahead!” Shoulders looped with bags–perchance carrying snacks and extra layers for their morning outing–Grandma bends down to pluck a single cilantro leaf, holds...
