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There is both an Internship and an Apprenticeship Program available. General Information Here at Eagle Feather we are continually growing and learning from the land and the large number of people who visit each year. Our hope is that you will come here and learn through experience as well as contribute to our overall evolution. Here are some answers to often asked questions: How long is the Internship program and when does it begin? The program can last as long as we both decide. We are looking for someone 30 hours a week. We mainly need help in the Spring and Autumn, but some Part-Time help is needed in the Summer. The summer is usually a time for Herb Festivasls and herb conferences. What are we looking for in an intern? Someone with basic gardening skills. Someone who is a self-starter. Organic experience is a plus. Ability to handle rustic living conditions. What will I spend my time doing? That depends on the time of year you start. In the Spring there is the preparing of the beds and the starting of the seeds. There is the inventorying, seed and root packaging, labelling. General getting things going again after the winter. The Summer is more the time of getting ready for festivals and gatherings. Basically maintaining the garden systems. Composting, minor road repair, paths, and weeds all need focus. Lots of plant identification and some harvesting. In the Autumn it is harvest time. Drying plants, medicine making, plant processing, harvesting the Autumn crop. Preparing the beds for winter. Winter is the time of rest and introspection. No interns are needed over the winter. Will I be able to attend the growing school? Yes you will be offered a work study position for each of the classes offered by Southern Appalachian School of Growing Medicinal Plants that are available during the time you are in residence. What about room and board? There is inside living at the Hermitage and a farm apartment in the processing center, if available. There is also a camping platform and camping spots for interns. Apprentices live off-site, while interns stay on-site. One communal meal each work day may be provided, with the possibility of a shared outdoor kitchen space during the summer months. Please read the Eagle Feather Farm Guest Agreement Will there be a stipend for the Internship? Yes. The amount depends on experience which is established after the first week of work. Historically we have paid $70 a month. What is the purpose of the Apprenticeship Program? The purpose is to allow a person to start an herb business or partnership in an herb business in the Asheville area through a unique mentoring program with Robert Eidus. The time frame will depend on your area of interest, education and prior experience. The Apprenticeship program ends when the individual becomes an owner or part owner of a local herb company. What are some benefits available to me? In both the Intership and Apprenticeships programs, you will learn all about medicinal herbs and farming first hand. There is the chance to meet and learn from many interesting visitors. Also there is a meditation space and the chance to attend some festivals and shows. For those interested in computers there is the chance to improve your skills. APPLICATION FORM for Internship and Apprentice Program >>
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