Where You’ll Be:
Located in Denver’s charming Platt Park neighborhood, Harvard Gulch Park is a community favorite, offering something for everyone. Spanning several blocks, the park features running paths, volleyball courts, an outdoor pool, a 9-hole golf course, and the Harvard Gulch Recreation Center.
What You’ll Do:
Enjoy a fun and fulfilling way to connect with your community and the outdoors! Volunteers ages 8 and up will help plant the vegetable gardens at Harvard Gulch Park, contributing to a beautiful and productive space that benefits both the park and the local community.
Led by Grow Local Colorado staff, you’ll learn which vegetables are being planted and why, along with how to place each plant for optimal growth and productivity. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a first-timer, this is a great chance to gain new skills, ask questions about your own garden, or find inspiration to start one.
As a bonus, participants may have the opportunity to take home extra seeds and seedlings—while supplies last!
Why It Matters:
The vegetables planted will be harvested in the fall and donated to local food banks, homeless shelters, and families in need, addressing food insecurity in our community. Through this partnership with Grow Local Colorado, you'll help foster a more connected community, showcase the beauty and benefits of edible gardens, inspire others to grow their own food, and support a more sustainable food system by reducing the carbon footprint of food production and distribution.
Eligibility Requirements:
Ages 8+
Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older.
Denver Parks & Rec waiver is also required.
Project Difficulty:
This project is considered easy, please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Physical Considerations: Volunteers can expect to be bending over and kneeling.
Access Factors:
Vehicle Access: Street parking is within a 5–10-minute walk to the project site. This project may be accessible via public transit for you or accessible via bike!
