Before our Leadership crew arrived at work on Sunday, we were forewarned about a gaping hole on the farm. While initially confusing, this meant that the land was beginning to be prepared for our new greenhouse! The project will take some time to complete, but will eventually have in ground beds that LEAF can use to continue to grow produce into the fall, and start growing earlier in the spring. This new addition will help LEAF youth busy with meaningful work during some colder months! 

This past Tuesday, April 18, marked an important day in the LEAF 2017 year - our spring crew started! Having youth back on the farm provides a sense of excitement about all the work that will be done throughout the season, and the way in which the farm - and the youth - will transform to create something unique and amazing. 

LEAF Kits are an exciting new project launching this fall! The aim is to make cooking together with local ingredients quick and easy for any family. For all those out there who wrestle to get dinner on the table in addition to a busy work, school, and extracurricular schedule, we're sure you can understand this struggle! 

This week's blog post is all about our youth CSA experience! Each week, every member in the crew receives a share of produce from the LEAF farm that they helped to grow and harvest. With their bag of produce they must then create a meal for their families and them to enjoy. Check out some of their awesome creations.

In this blog, each individual member of the new 2016 youth crew shares their perspective on why they joined LEAF and what their favorite part of their first week was.