This November was the fourth year the first graders from St. Andrew’s School on Whitemarsh Island toured the Farm to gather information to bring back to their own gardening projects at school. The children garden in raised beds at school, a part of the curriculum. Nice! Future Gardeners. A big thank you to Jane Kollman and Carol Stiles for all the work they do at the garden with the children’s programs. They are helping to establish in many a lifelong love of gardening!
Yearly Archives: 2017
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Present: M. Welsh, J. Kollmann, J. Tyson, M. Hughes, B. Rogers, M.Hughes, R. Hinz 1) Treasurer Report: checking account : $14,930.67 Asset replacement account: $11,263.88. New computer and Quick Books program purchased for $550 2) Wet area between raised beds discussed. a) soil cloth to be removed, Ralph will cap an outer irrigation line to see if things improve. A French drain may need to be installed to assist with drainage in the area. An estimate will be obtained for […]
Present: M Welsh, J Kollmann, M Hughes, C Adler, J Tyson, B Rogers, R Hinz, M Hahn 1) Financial Report per B Rogers: Operating : $15,038.72, Reserve: $11,263.88 Bob also reports our donated computer is on its last leg. Authorization for new computer approved, motion per C Adler, second per J Kollmann, approved by all. After research and discussion with Geek Squad at Best Buy, was determined pkg for computer and install of updated Quick Books cost would be around $500. Bob will discuss with R Cunningham how best to backup farm data. 2) Swamplike area by raised beds in […]
In Georgia, our weeds are persistent growers year round. When we clear our plots for the summer though, or between seasons when our veggies are not growing, weeds spread, multiply and celebrate! That’s one of the reasons to plant a cover crop or spread some helpful mulch to the soil. One of our farmers sent me photos of some of the rascals that are common in our gardens and need to be pulled before their spreading roots take over. So be vigilant, stay on top of the weeds and when you see one, pull three!
Summertime tips for garden success: Be vigilant, the army worms and other pests are about! They can be treated with BT available at Hester and Zipperer, or Captain Jacks Bug Juice available at Herb Creek. Both need to be reapplied after rain/ watering. Neem oil is a good organic alternative. To those who have sweet corn, the first farmer has been robbed by the squirrels! If your corn looks ready, pick it otherwise the squirrels will! As always, keep your garden free of weeds and diseased debris, this can be a breeding ground for pests and more disease. Lastly, feed […]
On May 1st we had 26 visitors from the Presbyterian Preschool Program. A fun garden discovery tour with Farmers Jane, Carol and Jill was the first order of business! Following the tour a picnic in the pavilion 😊. To top off the field trip, the children potted a plant to give to Moms for Mothers Day. A good time was had by all!
Minutes Board Meeting May 3, 2017 Present: M Welsh, J Kollmann, C Adler, M Hughes, M Kahn, R Hinz, R Cunningham Absent: B Rogers, J Tyson
ANNUAL MEETING Present: M Welsh, J Kollmann, C Adler, R Hinz, M Hughes, B Rogers, J Tyson, R Cunningham. Absent: M Kahn
The 2018 Skidaway Farms Spring Festival Come join us for an evening of great food and fun and show your support for Skidaway Farms Dinner in the garden at Skidaway Farms Sunday May 6th, 5:00-8pm. The menu will be designed and managed by our two favorite Farmer/Chefs, Tom Rosen and Joe Tyson Bring Your Own Beverages (water will be provided) Seating is limited to 125, so get your tickets now. To purchase, just click the “Register Now” button (top right or bottom left). The price of your tickets will be a tax deductible contribution to support farm educational projects. We will […]
<== No need to login! – just click here to Register ==> The 2017 Skidaway Farms Spring Festival Come join us for an evening of great food and fun and show your support for Skidaway Farms Dinner in the garden at Skidaway Farms Sunday May 7th, 4:30-7pm.
Present: Mike Welsh, Jane Kollmann, Joe Tyson, Bob Rogers, Monica Hughes, Ralph Hinz, Cathy Adler, Rick Cunningham
Our shed is cleaned up and looks downright spiffy. Let’s keep it that way. It is so important to clean any tools thoroughly with water before returning to the shed to prevent nematodes and germs from spreading to gardens. We appreciate your help with this!
