Hot Compost in Frogtown

Last week, Youth Farmers in the Frogtown Main Garden worked on making the ultimate compost bin. They worked hand in hand with me in designing a compost bin that is sure to help us win this years compost cup. The compost bin will feature a walking platform for optimal...

Week 2 in Frogtown

We have just wrapped up our second week here at Youth Farm and we had lots of fun. During morning garden time, we worked on our very first farm skill and some gardens even got to harvest some crops. On Tuesday, we took a very fun field trip to Como Zoo and had a...

First Week in Frogtown

We have just finished our first week of Youth Farm and it’s been a blast. On the first day, we got to know each other by playing many fun games and spending some time with each other in our farm groups. The Youth Farmers also cooked up some great food during the...

First Day in Frogtown

Today was the first day of Youth Farm’s summer program!  Youth farmers in Frogtown gardened, biked, cooked, ate, painted, and played games.  We’re excited for a great summer!  ...

Youth Farmers Earn-a-Bike in Frogtown

This month, youth farmers in Frogtown have been working on bikes in partnership with Cycles for Change.  Youth farmers learned how to fix flat tires and loose breaks.  This week, youth farmers will finish fixing their bikes, and will get to take them home on Friday! ...

Black History Month Celebration in Frogtown

Last Tuesday, Youth Farmers in Frogtown prepared and served food at the annual Black History Month Celebration at the Jimmy Lee Rec Center.  Highlights of the event included playing in the bounce castle, meeting new people, making art, and of course, the delicious...