Jackson County Glean Team

04/08/2015

Hey Gleaners!!! The video I'm about to post reminds me our of "FoodTalk" event held for National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Just like these individuals, the students did not take kindly to the initial idea of consuming insects, but had a change of heart after trying. Insects are a sustainable food source with amazing benefits; challenge your food palate and please try sometime! Enjoy!!! https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1673246709482871

04/07/2015

http://www.elon.edu/e-web/org/nccc/VISTA/VISTA-prospective.xhtml

We are excited you are considering AmeriCorps VISTA service as a way to make a difference! Since 2003, more than 150 VISTA members have served with NC Campus Compact. Many of our alums go on to work in the non-profit, government, and education sectors where they continue to serve their community.

03/26/2015

Hey Gleaners!! We have a new Wordpress post today! This post is about 4 possible AmeriCorps positions that will be opening up in the Asheville area. If you or a friend is interested in AmeriCorps, please apply, soon!!https://jacksoncountygleanteam.wordpress.com/2015/03/26/4-chances-to-make-a-difference-in-western-n-c/

It's that time of the year again. AmeriCorps is recruiting for four AmeriCorps VISTA positions in Western North Carolina, including mine! The positions will include: three positions at Manna Food B...

03/25/2015

Hey Gleaners!!! This is not a story about gleaning nor gardening, but nonetheless, it's our story. It's a story about an individual that saw that there was poverty and inequality in this world and wanted to be the change.It's an empowering and inspiring video, so please check it out! http://www.upworthy.com/they-told-him-it-was-impossible-it-took-him-a-hammer-a-chisel-and-22-years-to-prove-them-wrong?c=ufb1

Truly awe-inspiring.

03/12/2015

Hey Gleaners!!! The Food Recovery Network is looking for some eager individuals to join their team next year for an amazing fellowship. This would be a nine-month opportunity, to help build, grow, and maintain a movement to end food waste. This is a great opportunity for a recent college graduate. The deadline to apply is April 2, so apply now. I'm attaching the link, so you can find out more information!http://www.foodrecoverynetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-2016FellowshipDescriptionFinal.pdf

03/05/2015

http://www.permaculture.co.uk/articles/many-benefits-hugelkultur

Hugelkultur are no-dig raised beds with a difference. They hold moisture, build fertility, maximise surface volume and are great spaces for growing fruit, vegetables and herbs.

02/19/2015

Hey Gleaners!!! Here is a list of 9 Herbs that are not only have pleasant aromas, but also serve a double purpose. Since we're all about environmental sustainability and healthy lifestyles, if you choose to grow any of these herbs, please grow them in a containers. A lot of these herbs are exotic to our area and could be invasive, if planted freely. Please be considered out Mother Nature! Enjoy!!
http://www.realfarmacy.com/9-herbs-cleaning-lungs-help-breathing/

Your lungs can be an entry point for pollutants, irritants, dust, mold, fungus, harmful organisms, and other toxins. Fortunately, nature has provided a...

02/17/2015

Hey Gleaners!!! This is a very interesting article about farming, from a farmers perspective. http://www.salon.com/2015/02/10/what_nobody_told_me_about_small_farming_i_cant_make_a_living/

People say we're "rich in other ways," but that doesn't fix the ugly fact that most farms are unsustainable

02/17/2015

Beauty can be created anywhere! http://growfood-notlawns.com/started-boxes-60-days-later-neighbors-not-believe-built/

This homeowner observed his boring green lawn, and he started to ask himself, “so what’s the point?” Although it looked nice, it gave him no satisfaction. It was a lot of work to keep too. So he decided to try something else. Check out what he did next!

02/09/2015

Hey Gleaners! In case you forgot, here is a reminder for why we glean, educate, and support our communities. This is 2014's survey. Please share with your family and friends! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx2o2huVm2o

One in seven Americans, more than 46 million people, including 12 million children, rely on food pantries and meal service programs to feed themselves and th...

02/06/2015

Powerful! Adam Bigelow

02/02/2015

Hey Gleaners!! This is a funny parody, that criticizes American priorities. The overall video should be taken light-hearted, but not the message or the content. If we don't start caring about our environment, we won't be able to enjoy simple things, such as athletics. Some explicit words are used, so watch in suitable environments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpQx2TdOW38

“All I’ve ever wanted is a son who joins Earth Club!” Share on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1s1VKit Like BuzzFeedVideo on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/18yCF0b Shar...