Today was our first trip to the community garden on campus. We met Maghan Lundsford, the interim Fitness Center Coordinator at WellWorks. She showed us to our plot and answered questions. She explained where to find the supplies, water, compost, and tools. She was very friendly and helpful, especially with suggesting possible crops that would grow well in the spring, in our ten week allotted time. She said that a plot of land for the entire summer is only $25! She said that she lived in an apartment without a yard, so the community garden was a great option for her. I thought this was a great deal, and I would love to have my own garden!
All of the groups picked their garden plots, and my group started working on our plot right away. We turned over the soil, and removed some weeds. My group discussed possible populations for our project as well. We are all really excited to start planting!
Gardening in this class will give me experience for my own garden one day. Gardening is an inexpensive way to grow your own fruits and vegetables, and I may suggest it to some of my patients in the future. For example, gardening can cut down the food costs, and help save money for families who may or may not be food insecure.
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