The Intergenerational Community Garden Program provides sustainable gardening, community connection, and intergenerational learning. With multiple garden locations, this project is a cornerstone for ecological, social, and nutritional benefits in the Kelowna and Peachland areas.
Garden Locations
The OMG Intergenerational Community Garden Program currently includes five locations:
- Peachland Wellness Center (4475 4th Street)
- Food Bank Garden (4475 4th Street)
- St. Margaret’s Church Garden (4464 4th Street)
- Our Space Garden (5684 Beach Avenue)
- Peachland Elementary School Garden (5486 Clements Crescent)
Each site serves a unique purpose in the community, from supporting food security to engaging youth and seniors in hands-on gardening education.
Okanagan Master Gardeners’ Role
A Master Gardener serves as the Volunteer Garden Facilitator, working to educate and empower the community through sustainable gardening practices. Key responsibilities include:
- Teaching sustainable gardening techniques.
- Leading an intergenerational gardening program that brings together gardeners of all ages.
- Providing guidance to participants at all garden locations.
- Supporting the community in growing, nurturing, and harvesting their own food.
Impact of the Gardens
The Intergenerational Community Garden Program offers ecological, social, nutritional, and economic benefits:
- Ecological: Promoting sustainable gardening and water practices.
- Social: Creating opportunities for residents to connect, share knowledge, and build resilience.
- Nutritional: Enabling participants to grow fresh, healthy produce.
- Economic: Reducing food costs for individuals and families.
How to Participate
To get involved in the Intergenerational Community Garden Program, please contact the Okanagan Master Gardeners at info@okanaganmg.org.
The Peachland Wellness Center provides garden beds for residents interested in sustainable gardening. For information on getting your own garden bed assignment, please visit the PWC Community Gardens webpage.
Participants and community members are encouraged to join events like the Spring Wrap-Up Garden Party and to volunteer for activities that help maintain and enhance the gardens.
