Philo Ridge Farm is a beautiful regenerative farm located in Vermont’s Champlain Valley. Using
innovative, ecologically sustainable practices, we manage four hundred acres of healthy pasture
land, forests and diversified produce gardens. We rotationally graze heritage breeds of livestock and
grow certified organic fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Everything we do is rooted in our commitment
to honoring our natural and human environments; we strive to produce and share nutrient-dense
foods, provide an exciting learning environment for our staff, and strengthen our vibrant local
community, all while honoring the integrity of the land.
Learn more at www.philoridgefarm.com.

Position Overview
Title: Livestock Farmer
Department: Land and Livestock Team
Type: Full time, Seasonal, Non-Exempt, Hourly
Report: Land and Livestock Manager
Location: Philo Ridge Farm in Charlotte, Vermont

This position offers full exposure to all aspects of livestock farming. The Livestock Farmer will work
closely with other members of the livestock team to implement daily livestock moves around the
farm: the planning and execution of a management-intensive grazing operation for our finishing
herd, cow/calf herd, and sheep flock. The Livestock Farmer will also assist in on-farm hay production
and field work, cattle and sheep corralling and sorting, and farm-based maintenance tasks.
This position ideally begins in April and ends depending on organizational needs and candidate
availability. The Livestock Farmer role requires a time commitment of 40 hours per week, and
occasionally more depending on seasonal needs. Housing is available.

Responsibilities
 Morning and afternoon livestock chore routine
 Executing the grazing plan by using temporary electric fencing to move cattle and sheep
 Supporting general husbandry duties for all livestock
 Helping collect and record data for on-farm research projects
 Mucking and cleaning out livestock barns
 Aiding in farm maintenance and land up keep
 Tractor and equipment experience preferred, but not required
 Assisting with farm landscape team as needed

Qualifications
 A strong desire to learn about agricultural systems is essential
 A genuine passion for raising livestock as part of a larger farm operation
 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong working relationships across teams
 Interest in supporting research activities related to soil health and ecosystem services
 Willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 Clean driving record and valid driver license
Compensation
Compensation is based on verified experience.
Benefits include accrued paid time off, health care, and an employee discount on products.
Application Process
Candidates should send the following via email to [email protected] with “Livestock Farmer”
in the subject line:
 Cover letter explaining their interest in this job and available start date
 Resume
 Two references and their contact information
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly

Hi all! I am searching for some headed greenhouse or propagation house space from now until the beginning of May. I am a small scale flower farmer in the Burlington area but happy to drive up to an hour outside of Burlington. I don't need THAT much space either. Will probably have about 20 128s of flowers. Happy to pay rent too :) 

Come farm with us!

Located in Lake Placid, NY, North Country School is a junior boarding and day school for students in grades 4-9. The school educates and nurtures children today in such a way that they develop the resourcefulness and skills they need for tomorrow. For over 75 years North Country School has achieved this by placing daily and equal emphasis on arts and outdoor education and by upholding values, such as our commitment to the environment and the importance of working as a community. 

Camp Treetops is a 100 year old overnight summer camp for children ages 8-14 years old, which nurtures an inclusive community with an emphasis on values that remain vital to this day - child-centered education, the fostering of self-reliance and self-confidence, living in harmony with nature, and preserving a child's world through a summer unplugged.

We're seeking 1 year round garden systems intern for the 2024-2025 season from June 2024 - end of May 2025.

Job Description

In the garden spaces, you will be a part of everything from seeding, to transplanting, to tractor work, to harvest and working with our farm to table kitchen. Year long you will help manage our rotating drum compost facility along with our garden manager. You will spend a lot of time preparing fields and planting, as well as working to tend tomatoes in our 100 ft greenhouse. During the months of May-October the focus will be on the production gardens and perennial gardens. In the winter and spring, we will create a crop plan, furthering our farming knowledge, and prepare for and lead the community in maple sugaring in our 11 acre sugar bush. We typically grow over 30 varieties of annual flowers, and over 25 different annual vegetables and herbs. You will support the barn during all school events on the farm, barn chores, and lambing season. 

During the camp season from June through August you will help lead twice daily chores in the  gardens with campers and counselors. Each week, you will offer 1-2 hour long activities with campers in the camp you are working in (Junior 8-11 or Senior 12-14). These activities are focused on farming and the natural environment here in the Adirondacks. These activities can be whimsical and based on your personal interests and connecting the farm to our campers experience. You will participate in and lead weekly community mornings during the summer in each camp, where a large farm related job takes place. You will also help cook a lunch on Sunday’s for the campers on the garden harvest job that week. Again, the creativity is up to you!

Each week during the school year from September through May you will support an Edible Schoolyard (ESY) class. Here, you will be able to share connections from our farm to the classroom. You will help incorporate the farm into core classes throughout the year. Each week you will offer a few  “out times”.  These are outside and active activities at the end of the school day that bring students to the farm and the outdoors. The farm works together to head tables during family style meals. The school year is a balance between working on the farm and supporting the school program. Your day will be a mix of both farm work and working within the school community. 

You will be a part of weekend programming working both on the farm and with students. Being a part of the school community includes going to all school events where we can come together and share our work with one another. 

We take pride in being well organized, and maintaining beauty in the fields and the quality of what we produce and grow. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

- 21+

- One season of garden related experience is helpful, but not required 

- A strong work ethic,timeliness, and an eye for detail and efficiency

- Upbeat, able to find joy in simple moments, willingness to laugh and have fun. We work closely together and camaraderie is part of the joy of farmwork. Communication is vital for understanding instructions and maintaining a comfortable work environment 

- Clear verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to work both independently and part of a team

- Proactive and forward thinking, both in daily farm tasks and your own education. Even if there is no explicit instruction happening, there are always opportunities to learn 

- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive tasks. There are often long days spent doing physical work in a range of weather 

- Night and weekend work 

- Willingness to learn how to operate farm equipment

- A driver's license and clean driving record

Compensation

Year round farm interns receive a monthly stipend of $1,600  plus housing, all regular meals, and paid time off.  Additionally, year round interns can elect to sign up for health insurance.

Ultimately, this year round internship can be your stepping stone. This is a great opportunity to learn more about growing food for your community and farm education. We’d like to be your guides in that journey! 

How to Apply

To apply please send the following to [email protected]

a) Tell us about yourself; your interests, your longer term plans, why you want to work on an educational farm

b) What do you hope to learn?

e) What is your previous work experience on a farm or in a school?

g) What is your learning style?

i) Please include a resume.

j) Please provide 3 references from a previous work experience. 

https://camptreetops.org/

https://northcountryschool.org/

518-523-9329

4382 Cascade Road

Lake Placid NY 12946

Come farm with us!

Located in Lake Placid, NY, North Country School is a junior boarding and day school for students in grades 4-9. The school educates and nurtures children today in such a way that they develop the resourcefulness and skills they need for tomorrow. For over 75 years North Country School has achieved this by placing daily and equal emphasis on arts and outdoor education and by upholding values, such as our commitment to the environment and the importance of working as a community. 

Camp Treetops is a 100 year old overnight summer camp for children ages 8-14 years old, which nurtures an inclusive community with an emphasis on values that remain vital to this day - child-centered education, the fostering of self-reliance and self-confidence, living in harmony with nature, and preserving a child's world through a summer unplugged.

We're seeking 1 year round livestock intern for the 2024-2025 season from the start of June 2024 through the end of May 2025.

Job Description

As a year round livestock intern, you will work at the barn caring for and learning about chickens, turkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, and horses. Throughout the year you will lead children through daily barn chores, caring for the animals as they grow and change with the seasons, each of which brings its own lessons- to both the farmers and the classrooms. Together our community will harvest chickens and turkeys, monitor ewes for signs of labor, and work together to stack hay in the barns for winter. You will support the garden spaces during all school events on the farm, and during maple sugaring. As a farm intern you will experience a space where physical labor meets academic instruction and you’ll be an integral part of sharing that with campers and students over the course of the days, weeks, and months. 

During the camp season from June through August you will lead twice daily chores with campers and counselors at the barn, and in the pasture on a weekly rotation. Each week, you will offer 1-2 hour long activities with campers in the camp you are working in (Junior 8-11 or Senior 12-14). These activities are focused on farming and the natural environment here in the Adirondacks. These activities can be whimsical and based on your personal interests and connecting the farm to our campers experience.  You will participate in and lead weekly community mornings during the summer in each camp, where a large farm related job takes place. 

Each week during the school year from September through May you will support an Edible Schoolyard (ESY) class. Here, you will share connections from our farm to the classroom. There is an expectation that you will help incorporate the farm into core classes throughout the year. Each week you will offer a few “out times”. These are outside and active activities at the end of the school day that bring students to the farm and the outdoors. The farm works together to head tables during family style meals. The school year is a balance between working on the farm and supporting the school program. Your day will be a mix of both farm work and working within the school community. You will be a part of weekend programming working both on the farm and with students. Being a part of the school community includes going to all school events where we can come together and share our work with one another. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

- 21+

- One year of animal care experience

- A strong work ethic, timeliness, and an eye for detail and efficiency

- Upbeat, able to find joy in simple moments, willingness to laugh and have fun. We work closely together and camaraderie is part of the joy of farmwork. 

- Clear verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to work both independently and part of a team

- Proactive and forward thinking, both in daily farm tasks and your own education. Even if there is no explicit instruction happening, there are always opportunities to learn 

- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive tasks. There are often long days spent doing physical work in a range of weather 

- Night and weekend work 

- A driver's license and clean driving record

Compensation

Year round farm interns receive a monthly stipend of $1,600 a month plus housing, all regular meals, and paid time off.  Additionally, year round interns can elect to sign up for health insurance.

Ultimately, this year round farm internship can be your stepping stone. This is a great opportunity to learn more about growing food for your community and farm education. We’d like to be your guides in that journey! 

How to Apply

To apply please send the following to [email protected]

a) Tell us about yourself; your interests, your longer term plans, why you want to work on an educational farm

b) What do you hope to learn?

e) What is your previous work experience on a farm or in a school?

g) What is your learning style?

i) Please include a resume.

j) Please provide 3 references from a previous work experience. 

https://camptreetops.org/

https://northcountryschool.org/

518-523-9329

4382 Cascade Road

Lake Placid NY 12946

Come farm with us!

Located in Lake Placid, NY, North Country School is a junior boarding and day school for students in grades 4-9. The school educates and nurtures children today in such a way that they develop the resourcefulness and skills they need for tomorrow. 

Camp Treetops is an overnight summer camp for children ages 8-14 years old, which nurtures an inclusive community with an emphasis on values that remain vital to this day - child-centered education, the fostering of self-reliance and self-confidence, living in harmony with nature, and preserving a child's world through a summer unplugged. 

We're seeking 3-4 summer farm interns for the 2024 season from June 2024 through August 2024. 

Job Description

Summer farm interns will take part in all aspects of the farm; both in the gardens and at the barn, and within the camp program. 

You will lead twice daily chores at the barn, garden, and compost. You will offer weekly farm based activities for campers, and prepare and lead a weekly garden lunch. Activities can be whimsical and connected to our garden and animal spaces. We take pride in being well organized.  We maintain beauty in the fields and the quality of what we produce and grow. We work alongside children and camp counselors connecting to the natural world. 

In the gardens you will be a part of everything from seeding, transplanting, harvesting and working with our farm to table kitchen. You will spend a lot of time preparing fields and planting, as well as tending tomatoes in our 100 ft greenhouse. During the summer months the focus will be on the production gardens and perennial gardens. We typically grow over 30 varieties of annual flowers, and over 25 different annual vegetables and herbs.

In the barnyard you will work at our barn caring for and learning about chickens, turkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, and horses. This work will include consistent hay deliveries, mucking, fence repair, mowing, weed whacking, and some machinery work. We harvest our birds on site with the help of a caring community of adults and children. You will lead campers and counselors in daily barn chores to care for the animals and their living spaces. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

- 21+

- A strong work ethic, timeliness, and eye for detail and efficiency

- Upbeat, able to find joy in simple moments, willingness to laugh and have fun. We work closely together and camaraderie is part of the joy of farmwork. Communication is vital for understanding instructions and maintaining a comfortable work environment

- Proactive and forward thinking, both in daily farm tasks and your own education. Even if there is no explicit instruction happening, there are always opportunities to learn 

- Summer farm interns must be able to lift 50 lbs, kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive tasks. There are often long days spent doing physical work in a range of weather 

-Night and weekend work 

- A driver's license and clean driving record

-Prior farming experience is a plus but not necessary. You will learn as you go as our campers and students do in our hands-on experiential learning model. 

Compensation

Summer farm interns are paid a stipend of $400 twice a month paid on the 15th and last day of the month. Summer interns will live in shared housing and meals.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about growing food for your community and farm education. We’d like to be your guides in that journey! 

How to Apply

To apply please send the following to [email protected]

a) Tell us about yourself; your interests, your longer term plans, why you want to work on an educational farm

b) What do you hope to learn?

e) Do you have any previous related work experiences on a farm or in a school?

g) What is your learning style?

i) Please include a resume.

j) Please provide 3 references from a previous work experience. 

https://camptreetops.org/

https://northcountryschool.org/

4382 Cascade Road

Lake Placid NY 12946

518-523-9329

Want to join our team in Hinesburg Vermont?

We're looking for new folks to join us in growing and selling organic plants this spring!

Please check out our website for information about our job openings. 

We are hiring Part time now and Full and part time April-November. To join our funky crew  in Waterbury Vt , send an email to [email protected] . Do you like: extreme and pleasant weather, having a satisfying day of hard work, working independently or with others, drinking lots of water, being silly, have a positive attitude. 
We go to summer Saturday Burlington Farmers Market, have a farm stand on the property, design and install weddings, DIY weddings, deliver daily designs and deliver to florist. 
Tho before we can have beautiful flowers they need: seeding, transplanting, weeding, watering (some years),  mulching and harvesting. Flower farming is very  similar to veggie farming, tho the end product is often less heavy.

Experence is not necessary but is great.  Must enjoy getting your hands dirty. 

Nicole DAgata, The Painted Tulip
 

Come farm with us!

Located in Lake Placid, NY, North Country School is a junior boarding and day school for students in grades 4-9. The school educates and nurtures children today in such a way that they develop the resourcefulness and skills they need for tomorrow. For over 75 years North Country School has achieved this by placing daily and equal emphasis on arts and outdoor education and by upholding values, such as our commitment to the environment and the importance of working as a community. 

Camp Treetops is a 100 year old overnight summer camp for children ages 8-14 years old, which nurtures an inclusive community with an emphasis on values that remain vital to this day - child-centered education, the fostering of self-reliance and self-confidence, living in harmony with nature, and preserving a child's world through a summer unplugged.

We're seeking 1 year round garden systems intern for the 2024-2025 season from June 2024 - end of May 2025.

Job Description

In the garden spaces, you will be a part of everything from seeding, to transplanting, to tractor work, to harvest and working with our farm to table kitchen. Year long you will help manage our rotating drum compost facility along with our garden manager. You will spend a lot of time preparing fields and planting, as well as working to tend tomatoes in our 100 ft greenhouse. During the months of May-October the focus will be on the production gardens and perennial gardens. In the winter and spring, we will create a crop plan, furthering our farming knowledge, and prepare for and lead the community in maple sugaring in our 11 acre sugar bush. We typically grow over 30 varieties of annual flowers, and over 25 different annual vegetables and herbs. You will support the barn during all school events on the farm, barn chores, and lambing season. 

During the camp season from June through August you will help lead twice daily chores in the  gardens with campers and counselors. Each week, you will offer 1-2 hour long activities with campers in the camp you are working in (Junior 8-11 or Senior 12-14). These activities are focused on farming and the natural environment here in the Adirondacks. These activities can be whimsical and based on your personal interests and connecting the farm to our campers experience. You will participate in and lead weekly community mornings during the summer in each camp, where a large farm related job takes place. You will also help cook a lunch on Sunday’s for the campers on the garden harvest job that week. Again, the creativity is up to you!

Each week during the school year from September through May you will support an Edible Schoolyard (ESY) class. Here, you will be able to share connections from our farm to the classroom. You will help incorporate the farm into core classes throughout the year. Each week you will offer a few  “out times”.  These are outside and active activities at the end of the school day that bring students to the farm and the outdoors. The farm works together to head tables during family style meals. The school year is a balance between working on the farm and supporting the school program. Your day will be a mix of both farm work and working within the school community. 

You will be a part of weekend programming working both on the farm and with students. Being a part of the school community includes going to all school events where we can come together and share our work with one another. 

We take pride in being well organized, and maintaining beauty in the fields and the quality of what we produce and grow. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

- 21+

- One season of garden related experience is helpful, but not required 

- A strong work ethic,timeliness, and an eye for detail and efficiency

- Upbeat, able to find joy in simple moments, willingness to laugh and have fun. We work closely together and camaraderie is part of the joy of farmwork. Communication is vital for understanding instructions and maintaining a comfortable work environment 

- Clear verbal and written communication skills

- Ability to work both independently and part of a team

- Proactive and forward thinking, both in daily farm tasks and your own education. Even if there is no explicit instruction happening, there are always opportunities to learn 

- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive tasks. There are often long days spent doing physical work in a range of weather 

- Night and weekend work 

- Willingness to learn how to operate farm equipment

- A driver's license and clean driving record

Compensation

Year round farm interns receive a monthly stipend of $1,600  plus housing, all regular meals, and paid time off.  Additionally, year round interns can elect to sign up for health insurance.

Ultimately, this year round internship can be your stepping stone. This is a great opportunity to learn more about growing food for your community and farm education. We’d like to be your guides in that journey! 

How to Apply

To apply please send the following to [email protected]

a) Tell us about yourself; your interests, your longer term plans, why you want to work on an educational farm

b) What do you hope to learn?

e) What is your previous work experience on a farm or in a school?

g) What is your learning style?

i) Please include a resume.

j) Please provide 3 references from a previous work experience. 

https://camptreetops.org/

https://northcountryschool.org/

518-523-9329

4382 Cascade Road

Lake Placid NY 12946

Join the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps

Interested in this position and others? Follow this link:

Positions-Vermont Youth Conservation Corps

VYCC believes in the power that food has to connect us with the land, our community, and each other. On the farm, young people engage in organic vegetable farming. Produce grown by Corps Members is distributed to more than 400 families through the Health Care Share project-- a public health initiative that connects Vermont families to locally-grown produce through their medical provider. These projects are made possible through VYCC's partnership with AmeriCorps and SerVermont.

In the spring, Food & Nourishment Leaders participate in training, learn farm and leadership skills while guiding volunteer groups and completing daily farm tasks. They also start working in the commercial kitchen, familiarizing themselves with kitchen operations while creating weekly lunches to share with the farm team.  In the summer, the Food & Nourishment Leaders work with crews in the kitchen, teaching them basic cooking skills, and guiding crews through making lunch that is then shared with everyone working on the farm.  In addition to their work with crews, they oversee the planning and organizing of three community dinners and process surplus farm produce into products sold at the farm stand or distributed in the share.  In the fall, Food & Nourishment Leaders work alongside other Farm Leaders, guiding volunteers, harvesting for the Health Care Share, preparing the farm for winter, and continuing to process produce from the farm.  

Compensation and Benefits:

This is an AmeriCorps Position.

Non-residential leaders receive a living allowance of $642 per week.

Dates of service term: March 20 - October 25

Education Award upon completion of Service: $4826.50

Age Requirement: 20+

Join the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps!

For more info on this position follow this link: 
Positions – Vermont Youth Conservation Corps

VYCC believes in the power that food has to connect us with the land, our community, and each other. On the farm, young people engage in organic vegetable farming. Produce grown by Corps Members is distributed to more than 400 families through the Health Care Share project-- a public health initiative that connects Vermont families to locally-grown produce through their medical provider.

Production Crew Members spend every day working either in the farm fields, washing and packing produce, or in the kitchen processing and cooking with the most recent harvest.

Production Crew Members participate in all the parts of an organic farm production system, including seeding, transplanting, weed management, harvesting, animal care and farm stand support. They will also learn technical farm skills, such as small equipment operation, high tunnel production, irrigation setup and harvest of sensitive crops.

Compensation and Benefits
This is an AmeriCorps position. This is not a camping crew. Farm-fresh lunch is provided daily.

Dates: May 20 – August 16, 2024

Schedule: Monday to Thursday 6:30 – 3:00 OR 9:00 – 6:00; and Fridays 8:00 – 3:00

Weekly Living Allowance (paid b-weekly): $481

Education Award upon completion of service: $1,824.07

Age requirement: 18+