Become a Member!
Membership:
Members are the heart and soul of our society! By becoming a member, you join an incredible group of people who value maintaining a seed bank that holds a large quantity of genetically pure, open-pollinated, climate-adapted, ecologically grown seeds that contributes to local food security.
Memberships cost $20 per year for an individual.
Members receive the society's newsletter, which shares updates on the seed bank and the gardens. And they're the first to know about upcoming workshops and events! Members get easy access to seeds, transplants and gardening and seed saving resources! Workshops are free for members
Members play a crucial role in the society's governance, by electing a board of directors and providing direction for the organization through the annual general meeting.
Become a Volunteer!
Volunteers
Volunteers are essential to the continued success of our society. Working alongside the Volunteer Coordinator, volunteers help maintain the gardens and greenhouses at the College of the Rockies, Creston Campus.
Volunteers also assist with seed packaging and community events such as our Seedy Saturdays, and other marketing activities. Whatever your skills or experience, there’s always a way to get involved and make a difference!
Once you’ve notified us that you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, you’ll receive email notifications about opportunities as they come up, so you can choose when and where to participate.
Volunteering is a wonderful way for experienced gardeners to share their knowledge, and for new gardeners to learn about growing and seed saving. It’s also a great way to connect with others — volunteers often say the best part is the laughter, conversation, and sense of community that comes from working together.
Become a Home Grower!
Home Growers
Experienced gardeners can become home growers for the Seed Bank. Due to the vast amount of seed varieties held in the seedbank (over 600), we rely on our home growers to grow out varieties for us each year.
We provide the seed or transplants to our growers each spring. The growers save and return seeds with evaluation forms to the seedbank and in return get to enjoy the excess produce from their plants. Extra support from the coordinator is provided to the growers to ensure a successful seed harvest!
Become a Board Member!
Board Members
Board members are the foundation that supports and guides our Society. Board members provide direction and financial oversight, and make sure the objectives of the Society are carried out.
Board meetings are held once a month, plus board members attend events and help with fundraising and goverance. On average, board members commit to 10-15 hours a month.
If you're interested in joining our collaborative and supportive board please get in touch to learn more!