Field Trip Guides- Volunteers

Share the joy of farming with the next generation!

At Sweetwater Organic Community Farm, our Field Trip Guide Program invites passionate volunteers to share the magic of sustainable farming with the next generation. As a guide, you’ll lead students through interactive, hands-on experiences—like planting seeds, exploring compost, and harvesting fresh produce—while inspiring curiosity about where food comes from and how it’s grown. This program is a meaningful opportunity to connect with children, support environmental education, and play a vital role in nurturing future stewards of the earth.

Season: Primarily during the school year; October–May (with occasional summer trips)

Time: Wednesdays–Fridays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (field trips run 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.)

Role: Lead 10–15 students (with teacher/chaperone present) through farm activities

Training: Curriculum provided + shadowing opportunities

Commitment: Preferably 2–3 field trips per week (8-12 hours), but 1 trip per week is welcome 

Stipend: $15 per trip for travel expenses

Overview: Our Field Trip Guide Volunteers help bring the farm to life for visiting students through hands-on learning, exploration, and fun. It’s a chance to inspire curiosity, support environmental education, and connect children with the land in a meaningful way—all while being part of our Sweetwater community.

What You’ll Learn & Build for Your Resume

  • Training in environmental and agricultural education
  • Practice in public speaking and group facilitation
  • Skills in event organization and youth engagement
  • Experience working with schools, teachers, and community partners
  • Professional experience contributing to a mission-driven nonprofit that values sustainability and community impact

Responsibilities

  • Lead small groups of students through farm learning stations (planting, composting, greenhouse, pollinators, etc.)
  • Share farm knowledge in an engaging, age-appropriate way
  • Support set-up and clean-up of field trip activities
  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming experience for all learners

Who Should Apply

  • Community members and college students interested in teaching, sustainability, food systems, or community engagement
  • Enthusiastic, friendly, and comfortable speaking to children and groups
  • Dependable and flexible with scheduling
  • No prior farming or teaching experience required—training provided

Ready to Volunteer?

For more information, please contact our Education Coordinator– Dixie Espinosa