2. UMass Permaculture Initiative Permaculture in the Pioneer Valley

3. UMass Amherst Stockbridge School of Agriculture Sponsored by the UMass Permaculture Initiative in partnership with the Amherst School System 12 students from UMass and Hampshire College 3 working groups Fort River, Crocker Farm, and Wildwood

4. Community Involvement Create an outdoor learning environment Produce a Yield Beautify the Space Transform Lawn into Life Long Term Sustainability Who will be the Champion?

5. Last year 2 apple trees were planted in front of the school. Teachers have voiced a need for a safe route to walk to kids to the garden. (Cross Walk) Excellent South East Sun More than enough space Located by the entrance sign (Eye Candy/Curb Appeal) Water Spigot at building (Will Not Be Enough) Soil Test as soon as the ground thaws

6. Design Ideas Watering Solutions Other ideas, suggestions, or questions How to get involved? Call or email me 978 726 2387 mkotfila@gmail.com Build Community Have Fun Tell Our Story Empower the Children Love Our Earth