Despite receiving plenty of precipitation in the last couple of weeks, the ground at the Park Place Community Garden was too much for the tiller. Grant tried to break through the packed ground and grass for a couple of hours without much success except for outlining the perimeter. We tried to find some sort of plow to use instead, but couldn't locate anything on Saturday. Thankfully, we will be able to rent a Ford 3000 and duck foot plow from Peterson's, and Wade will plow on Thursday.
Opening day is scheduled for Saturday, May 16 when the Plot Takers can sign up for their spot, and start gardening. We'll also have push tillers there to go over the area before planting since the plow will probably leave it too clumpy. Volunteers will be on hand to help clear areas and remove any rocks (although I don't think it'll be a huge problem). Deb has a mini yoga session slated, and is compiling a fantastic packet of gardening information. The weather forecast looks wonderful (at this point), and I'm sure it'll be a great day!
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