Volunteer Help on an Organic Flower Farm in Zurich Oberland
About the event
Join us for a hands-on volunteering day on an organic farm in Wernetshausen in the Zurich Oberland, located below the Bachtel. The farm is currently transitioning from cattle farming to the cultivation of organic pruning flowers, meadow flowers, and fruit trees, including Marroni and special red walnut varieties.
Volunteers will support a variety of seasonal farm activities that help establish and maintain the new flower fields, orchards, and meadows. Tasks may include planting and caring for flowers and young trees, removing weeds from flower beds and meadows, and preparing fields for future cultivation.
Depending on the weather and seasonal needs, additional tasks may include clearing wood and branches, storing wood pellets, assisting with small repair or string work on farm structures such as raised beds or small cottages, and helping with land preparation. Some newly planted trees are protected with wire mesh against mice, which requires careful and time-consuming work where volunteer support is very helpful.
This outdoor volunteering activity offers a meaningful opportunity to support the development of a sustainable organic farm while working together in a beautiful rural landscape of the Zurich Oberland.
Program
09:00 – Arrival and Welcome
Meet the hosting farmer; introduction, safety briefing, and explanation of the day’s tasks.
09:30 – Morning Work Session
Depending on the weather and seasonal needs, volunteers will support hands-on outdoor activities such as plant care and weeding, vegetation and slope clearing, stone collection, fence repair, and general farm maintenance. Additional tasks may include clearing wood and branches, assisting with small repair work on farm structures, storing wood pellets, and helping with mowing if you are familiar with using a motor scythe.
12:00 – Lunch Break
Shared meal or picnic on the farm; opportunity to learn about organic farming, sustainability, social enterprise aspects, and the challenges faced by mountain farmers.
13:00 – Afternoon Work Session
Continuation of morning tasks or support with a different activity based on the farm’s priorities.
15:30 – Wrap-Up and Reflection
Tool cleanup, debrief with the farmer, exchange of experiences, group photo.
16:00 – Departure
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Simple lunch is provided
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- 30 min from Zurich
- Volunteers are encouraged to coordinate their travel arrangements and form carpools whenever possible to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable transportation.
- Volunteers should be prepared for outdoor work in changing alpine weather conditions.
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