• We are limiting the number of volunteers allowed on site per shift.
• Only volunteers who have registered and signed our Waiver and Photo Release form prior to their shift will be allowed on site. (We’ll direct you to this form after you’ve signed up for your shift!)
• Masks and gloves must be worn at all times while on site. Disposable masks are available as needed. Volunteers must bring their own gloves.
• Hand washing and hand sanitizing stations are on site.
• While on site, we ask that volunteers maintain a 6-foot distance between themselves and others at all times.
• Any volunteers who don’t adhere to these rules will be asked to leave immediately.

Plan to arrive a few minutes before your shift begins. Please come on time because we begin our program promptly, and there’s a lot to be done!

Farming is hard work! Depending on the season, you may be preparing beds, shifting compost, planting, harvesting, or cleaning up the land. We work rain or shine, so please come prepared for the weather. Expect to get your hands and clothes dirty by the end of the day.

A face mask or covering, a water bottle filled with water; sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat if it’s sunny or rain gear if it’s stormy; and a snack. UGC will provide all the tools you’ll need to work. If you have a medical condition such as asthma or anaphylaxis, please bring your inhaler or epi-pen and inform your group leader of your condition before beginning work. We do have an apiary at our South Chicago farm, and there are many native bees around.

DO NOT bring personal items with you to the farm. We do not have storage on site and will not take responsibility for your belongings. If you bring valuables such as phones, wallets, jewelry, etc., you do so at your own risk.

All volunteers are required to wear face masks and gloves. Disposable masks will be provided if needed. Please also wear closed-toe shoes (absolutely no sandals or flip flops), clothes that you don’t mind getting really dirty (pants and long-sleeved shirts are recommended), and bring an extra layer and rain gear–just in case.

Yes! We work when it rains. Our growers will call it if weather conditions are dangerous or not conducive for field work.

That’s okay! Just let us know over at info@urbangrowerscollective.org as soon as possible so we can open up the slot for someone else.