Internship Information Booklet - Ecology Action

2-YEAR PLANNING TEMPLATE for 6-MONTH INTERNSSample Template. Interns will receive an updated planner upon completion of the internship.Set up presentation at local restaurant featuring produce and workshopopportunityWrite and mail mid‐year newsletter (electronic version too)AugustHold One Day workshop‐ invite 30 to 40 peopleFollow up with community organizations, get on speakers list for Rotary andother service organizationsHarvest compost crops, start new compost pileContact local teachers to schedule presentations or 1 hour GB demo at schoolSeptemberVisit 3 – 4 local schools to do 1 hour demo. Talk with teachers aboutestablishing school GB garden.Schedule “Harvest Picnic” and workday at gardenContact 3‐ 4 potential produce customersPlan Fall/winter cropsOctoberHarvest crops, deliver to local customersHold One Day Workshop with community or service organizationContact 3 ‐4 potential funders to schedule informational meetingFlat fall/winter cropsPrepare beds for plantingNovemberHold canning or baking workshop with local restaurant or food retailer, give15 minute GB presentation. Supply food for demonstrationPlant greenhouse/cold frame cropsEcology Action’s GROW BIOINTENSIVE Internship Information Booklet25