Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga

Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga A nonprofit community-focused urban farm committed to education, food access and sustainable agriculture in the heart of Chattanooga, TN.
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🌱 Crabtree Farms MLK Day of Service: Calling All Winter Warriors! Be Part of Something Bigger This MLK Day!This year, we...
01/16/2025

🌱 Crabtree Farms MLK Day of Service: Calling All Winter Warriors! Be Part of Something Bigger This MLK Day!

This year, we’re creating something extraordinary: a new community food space that will bring people together and expand access to healthy, locally grown food. But we can’t do it without you!

🌱 What You’ll Be Doing:
- Establishing a new high tunnel site to extend our growing capacity
- Removing old fencing, trees, and blackberry plants to clear the way for progress
- Moving, grooving, and getting your hands dirty in this active, outdoor project

This isn’t just a chance to give back—it’s an opportunity to connect with your city, work alongside passionate changemakers, and make a tangible impact on the place you call home. Plus, you’ll have a chance to meet new people and gain firsthand experience in sustainable agriculture and urban farming.

🌦 Rain or Shine: We’re hardy like our crops—this project will proceed regardless of weather!

👕 What to Bring: Dress warmly, wear sturdy shoes, bring a water bottle, and get ready to work outside. We have gloves here, but you are encouraged to bring your own if you have them!

📅 When: Monday, January 20, 2025
📍 Where: Crabtree Farms, Clifton Hills

Step Out of Your Comfort Zone! Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or looking to try something new, this is your chance to make a real difference in your community.

👉 Sign up today by emailing [email protected]! Let’s honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by coming together to cultivate a brighter future.

🌱 Greenhouse Opportunities Are Here! 🌱 Looking to grow your gardening skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and ...
01/10/2025

🌱 Greenhouse Opportunities Are Here! 🌱 Looking to grow your gardening skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a meaningful impact? Crabtree Farms' Greenhouse Team has TWO exciting ways to get involved this winter:

1️⃣ Volunteer Program: Perfect for flexible schedules, volunteers can join us for tasks like planting, pruning, and prepping the farm for the season ahead.

2️⃣ Workshare Program: Starting Tuesday, January 14, this 7-week session offers a deeper commitment with weekly 3-hour shifts (Monday–Thursday) and a biweekly produce box as a thank-you for your dedication. Workshares focus on seed starting, propagation, tropical plant care, and preparing for the Spring Plant Sale!

PLUS, we’re introducing a special Friday Workshare Opportunity: Become the Perennial Garden Steward and play a key role in shaping and maintaining the inspiring mother garden. Email Sarah at [email protected] for more information!

Whether you’re looking for flexible volunteering or a more structured workshare experience, there’s a place for you in our greenhouse community. Let’s grow together! 🌿

📧 Ready to join us? Contact [email protected] or go straight ahead and sign up at https://crabtreefarms.volunteerlocal.com/

12/30/2024

This January 26, join us in bidding “Goodbye” to Winter and welcoming the first whispers of Spring at our Imbolc gathering from 6–8 PM at Crabtree Farms. Together, we’ll celebrate with a multi-course seasonal feast, craft traditional St. Brigid’s Crosses, and partake in rituals honoring the goddess Brigid and the return of the light.

Imbolc, traditionally celebrated from sundown on February 1 to February 2, marks the midpoint between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox—a time to honor the earth’s renewal and embrace the promise of brighter days ahead. This celebration follows no specific creed or religion; it’s simply a moment to connect with nature, community, and the beauty of our shared planet.

Come dressed in soft whites, spring greens, or shimmering golds to honor the season, and join us for an evening of love, light, and connection. This event welcomes adults and mature teens who wish to nurture their hearts, homes, and spirits.

📅 Sunday, January 26th | 6–8 PM
📍 Crabtree Farms

Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! 🔗
https://crabtreefarms.org/ourevent/solstice-sanctuary-imbolc/

Let’s gather to celebrate the shifting seasons, the warmth of community, and the light within us all. 🕯️🌿

Meet Diane: Learning Something New Everyday at Crabtree Farms✨🌱🥬With over five years of weekly volunteering at Crabtree ...
12/26/2024

Meet Diane: Learning Something New Everyday at Crabtree Farms✨🌱🥬

With over five years of weekly volunteering at Crabtree Farms, Diane remains enthusiastic about the discoveries each day brings. From refreshing soil and potting plants to starting flower and vegetable seedlings or propagating plants from cuttings, she finds each task a learning opportunity. Diane is particularly amazed by the sheer number of plant varieties she encounters.

Even after years of volunteering, Diane proudly shares that she continues to learn something new every time she visits the farm, gaining insights she applies to her own garden and small greenhouse. Looking to the future she says, “Here’s to the next 5 years at the farm…come join us!”

Visit our website (crabtreefarms.org)
Sign up for our newsletter (crabtreefarms.org/connect/ )
Follow along to learn more about the work of our Crabtree Community! ✨🌱🥬

❄️🎁Happy Holidays from the board and staff of Crabtree Farms! We hope that you will all be able to enjoy this season of ...
12/25/2024

❄️🎁Happy Holidays from the board and staff of Crabtree Farms! We hope that you will all be able to enjoy this season of togetherness and rest. With immense gratitude for the dormant nature of winter, we hope to emerge in the spring feeling restored and renewed in our purpose.

In the new year, there will be some updates in our communications and market presence that we hope will
be more sustainable for the people and the land of Crabtree Farms. We will be embracing the slowness of
the season so that when we return, we are showing up with greater intention and at full capacity.

We are so grateful for all of you who support the mission of Crabtree Farms and all the ways you help us cultivate community. We wish you all peace, love and joy!🕊💕✨

Each day, we witness how growing food cultivates confidence, sparks curiosity, and strengthens our community. There is a...
12/21/2024

Each day, we witness how growing food cultivates confidence, sparks curiosity, and strengthens our community. There is always something to learn and something to share. For all ages and abilities, there is a place for you at Crabtree Farms.

Become a volunteer.
Sign up for a workshop.
Come and have lunch under the red oak tree with your little ones.
Take a walk through the mother garden and get inspired.

There are so many ways to support the work of Crabtree Farms, get involved today!

While we are an urban farm that produces food, the work of Crabtree Farms extends far beyond the fields. Community engag...
12/20/2024

While we are an urban farm that produces food, the work of Crabtree Farms extends far beyond the fields.

Community engagement and education remain at the heart of everything we do.

Our programs are designed to meet people where they are, encouraging deeper connections to the land and each other.

With the support of our community, we are creating an open, exploratory space where learning is hands-on and low-pressure—a place where plants want to grow, and so will you.

Follow the link below to support the work of Crabtree Farms today!
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/crabtree-farms-of-chattanooga-inc/crabtree-farms-2024-annual-campaign

Meet Bri: Inspired to Grow at Crabtree Farms ✨🌱🥬Bri’s first connection with Crabtree Farms came through the community ga...
12/20/2024

Meet Bri: Inspired to Grow at Crabtree Farms ✨🌱🥬

Bri’s first connection with Crabtree Farms came through the community garden program. There, she discovered a welcoming place to grow food, learn new skills, and meet others who cared about the land. This experience and her personal connections to agriculture inspired her to join Crabtree Farms’ Emerging Farmer Mentorship program, where she is now developing her own farm plot and working toward her dreams.

Visit our website (crabtreefarms.org)
Sign up for our newsletter (crabtreefarms.org/connect/ )
Follow along to learn more about the work of our Crabtree Community! ✨🌱🥬

Celebrating the Power of Community Collaboration! Last week, we were thrilled to welcome volunteers from the Chattanooga...
12/19/2024

Celebrating the Power of Community Collaboration! Last week, we were thrilled to welcome volunteers from the Chattanooga Area Food Bank and faculty from Baylor School to join us in an incredible harvest effort. Together, we gathered an impressive 150 pounds of fresh carrots and leafy greens, which were generously donated to the pantry at Metropolitan Ministries for food distribution.

It was a joy to work alongside fellow food access champions, frolicking in the fields and cultivating connection. We're deeply grateful for the opportunity to share this bounty with our neighbors, ensuring fresh, healthy produce reaches those who need it most. Here's to the spirit of teamwork and the power of community! 🌱💚

Our community members remind us daily why this work is so important...Families that come to tend their garden beds and l...
12/14/2024

Our community members remind us daily why this work is so important...

Families that come to tend their garden beds and leave with new friends.

Folks that come to learn and find that they too have knowledge to share.

Groups that come to reconnect with their roots and develop new relationships with the land.

People with passion who want to be in right relation with the earth.

A place that inspires resilience and growth.

Food that nourishes.

Follow along to learn more about what we do at Crabtree Farms and how you can get involved!

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1000 E 30th Street
Chattanooga, TN
37407

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

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Day 24 of 30 Days of Gratitude: Our Board of Directors
Day 24 of 30 Days of Gratitude: Our Board of Directors

🌟 Day 24 of 30 Days of Gratitude at Crabtree Farms 🌟 Today, we’re giving thanks to our incredible Board of Directors! These dedicated leaders bring wisdom, vision, and a deep commitment to Crabtree Farms’ mission. From guiding us through big-picture planning to rolling up their sleeves and pitching in at events, they are truly the backbone of our work. Our Board's support allows us to dream bigger, grow stronger, and stay resilient through every season. They’re champions of sustainable agriculture, advocates for local food access, and true believers in the power of community. Thank you to each member of our Board of Directors for your heart, your hard work, and your steadfast dedication to a better, more nourished Chattanooga. 🌱💚 #CrabtreeFarms #30DaysOfGratitude #BoardOfDirectors #ThankYou

🍫✨ Making Magical Chocolate: A Sweet & Medicinal Journey ✨🍫 Date: December 17 | Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm | Cost: $42 Ever wanted to make your own delicious, health-boosting chocolate? Join us for a special workshop with Meghan Lewis as she unveils her secrets to crafting beautifully tempered, herb-infused chocolate from scratch—no fancy equipment needed! 🌱🍬 🔍 What You’ll Learn: 🍫 Cheater’s Tempering Technique – Achieve that perfect snap and shine with a foolproof method. 🌿 Herbal Infusions – Blend medicinal herbs for a healthy, indulgent twist. 📜 Flavor Inspirations – Take home a recipe and some winning flavor combos! A master chocolatier and former dessert star of Buenos Aires' Jueves a la Mesa, Meghan will guide you from bean to bar, teaching you to create chocolate that’s as delightful to see as it is to taste! Limited spots are available, so secure yours today! 💌 Join the sweet journey and take home your creations! 🍫✨ #MakingMagicalChocolate #BeanToBar #DIYChocolate #ChattanoogaWorkshops #CrabtreeFarms #HandcraftedChocolate #HerbalInfusions

Thank you Greenhouse Team
Thank you Greenhouse Team

🪴 Day 9 of 30 Days of Gratitude at Crabtree Farms 🪴 We love the greenhouse team and all that they bring to life! We give huge thanks for their contribution to our annual budget through plant sales, and for helping to fill Chattanooga with healthy plants season after season! Pictured are permanent staff members, Greenhouse Manager Annemarie Gero and Assistant Sarah Wiatrek, plus Maya Scribner (in the middle) who has been onboard during the busiest seasons. The greenhouse team, which also includes volunteers and workshares, starts seedlings for farmwide production crops, the community gardeners, for our plant sales, and to be donated to other community gardens, schools and organizations across Chattanooga. Some plants are cared for through several seasons! Everything is done to help ensure the plants are healthy and productive, no matter where they are planted. In addition to three greenhouses, the greenhouse team cultivates and cares for the mother garden, whose beauty we are immensely grateful for. The mother garden is home to perennial 'mother plants' which the team can dig up as needed to split and multiply, or take cuttings or save seed to propagate for the plant sales. The abundant pollinators nourished by the mother garden are surely humming their thanks in languages older than ours. Thank you Greenhouse Team for all you do! #groweducateconnect #nativeplants #CrabtreeFarms #springplantsale #fallplantsale #greenhouselife #mothergardens #urbanoasis #30daysofgratitude

🎉 Discover the power of homesteading skills and reconnect with traditional crafts and practices! 🌿✨ From handcrafting tools to brewing wellness tonics, we have a lineup of unique workshops to help you dive into DIY learning and seasonal celebrations: 🧹 Whisk Broom Making – 11/09 Saturday Craft a beautiful, functional broom with local expert Frea Forager and take a piece of heritage home with you! 🍵 The Art of Kombucha Brewing – 11/14 Thursday Learn how to brew this fizzy probiotic drink for a tasty and gut-friendly addition to your kitchen routine. 🌱 Growing Turmeric – 11/15 Friday Unlock the secrets of cultivating turmeric, a powerful root with amazing health benefits, right in your own space. 🌌 Solstice Sanctuary: A Yule Gathering for Reflection and Hope – 12/15 Sunday Join us for a mindful Yule celebration as we gather to reflect and set hopeful intentions for the season ahead. 🍫 Making Magical Chocolate – 12/17 Tuesday Experience the magic of chocolate from bean to bar and discover its medicinal properties in this sweet journey. 🎟️ These sessions are filling fast! Don’t miss out on the chance to learn practical skills and traditions you can carry forward. 🌟 Tap to reserve your spot and be part of our vibrant community of learners! #Chattanooga #urbanfarm #CrabtreeFarms #Groweducateconnect #nonprofitorganization #GrowLearnConnect #communityroots #scoby #kombuchabrewing #guthealthforlife #turmericbenefits #inflammationrelief #fermentedfoods #homesteadingskills

Thank You to our Community Partners
Thank You to our Community Partners

🌻 Day 3 of 30 Days of Gratitude at Crabtree Farms 🌻 Today, we’re shining a light on our incredible community partners! At Crabtree Farms, our mission to expand access to locally grown food, provide urban farm based education, and cultivate community wouldn’t be possible without the collaboration and support of so many dedicated organizations and individuals. From health and wellness to education, environmental justice, and the arts, each partner adds a unique layer to our impact in Chattanooga. To organizations like LifeSpring Community Health, La Paz Chattanooga, Chattanooga Community Fridge, Orange Grove Center, AIM Center, Inc., and Trust for Public Land, you are champions in helping us reach neighbors with nourishing food, accessible green space, and vital services. To Nature Kin Farm and Forest School, the The Pop-up Project , Arts Build , Clifton Hills Elementary School, and countless others, thank you for bringing creativity, education, and inspiration to the farm and beyond. And to the United Way of Greater Chattanooga, Chattanooga Food Center, The BLVD Project, the Food Forest Coalition of Chattanooga , The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga , Main St Farmers Market, the Master Gardeners of Hamilton County-TN —and so many more—your commitment to building a healthier, stronger community is felt every day in the work we do together. Each partnership strengthens the roots of our mission, and together, we’re making a lasting impact. We’re endlessly grateful for each of you! 🌿✨ #CrabtreeFarms #30DaysOfGratitude #CommunityPartners #GrowLearnConnect #nonprofitorganization

🍃 Brew Your Own Kombucha! 🍃 November 14, from 5-8pm Ready to dive into the world of natural fermentation and craft your very own health-boosting kombucha? Join us for a hands-on, interactive workshop where you’ll learn everything from the basics of brewing to flavoring techniques to create a kombucha you’ll love! 🌱 What You’ll Learn: ✨ Kombucha history & benefits for gut health ✨ Ingredients & equipment essentials ✨ Step-by-step fermentation process ✨ Flavoring techniques to make it your own ✨ Tips for bottling & storing 🌟 What’s Included: 🍶 Your own starter kit with all the supplies you need 📜 Take-home printed instructions for future brews 🥂 A hands-on experience to bring your creation to life! Perfect For: Beginners, health & wellness enthusiasts, or anyone curious about natural fermentation. Bring your creativity and enthusiasm, and walk away with a new skill and your first batch of homemade kombucha! 👉 Meet Your Guide: Danielle Brasel, wellness enthusiast and natural solutions advocate, will be leading this workshop. With a passion for health and DIY, she’ll walk you through each step of the process and answer all your questions. Join us and explore the benefits of kombucha! Get ready to brew something amazing!

🍹 Brew Your Own Kombucha! Workshop at Crabtree Farms 🍹 Ready to dive into the world of kombucha? Join us on Thursday, November 14, for a fun, interactive workshop where you’ll learn to brew this delicious, probiotic-rich drink from scratch! Taught by Danielle Brasel, a wellness enthusiast and expert in natural health, this workshop will walk you through every step to create your own gut-healthy kombucha at home. 🔹 LEARN: Discover the history and health benefits of kombucha and everything you need to start brewing at home. 🔹 HANDS-ON BREWING: Experience the fermentation process, from choosing ingredients to flavoring your kombucha just the way you like it. 🔹 TAKE HOME: Each attendee will leave with a starter kit, printed instructions, and a bottle of homemade kombucha—perfect for starting your fermentation journey! Who Should Attend: This workshop is beginner-friendly and ideal for anyone curious about fermentation, gut health, or creating homemade natural products. Just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! 📅 Date: Thursday, November 14 📍 Location: Crabtree Farms 🎟️ Tickets: Space is EXTREMELY limited, so grab your ticket now and get ready to start brewing! #crabtreefarms #kombuchabrewing #guthealthforlife #scoby #Kombucha

CJoin the Fun at Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale!
CJoin the Fun at Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale!

🌿 The 24th Annual Fall Plant Sale & Festival is almost here! 🌿 Join us on Saturday & Sunday, September 21-22 for a weekend full of autumn fun 🍂🍁 We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with: 🚗 Parking assistance 🚜 Tractor chaperones 🎨 Kids activity tent leaders ...and much more! If you’d love to be part of this festive event, sign up using the link in our bio, on our website, or just shoot me an email at [email protected]! We can’t wait to celebrate with you 🍂✨

🌱✨ Depression as Disconnection: Reconnecting with Ourselves and Nature 🌱✨ Join us on September 26th for a transformative workshop at Crabtree Farms, where we'll explore the deep connection between mental health and our relationship with nature, our bodies, our cultures, and much more. Led by Regina Gee, this session will delve into how disconnection can manifest as depression and how we can begin to heal by intentional reconnection. Through guided practices and reflective discussions, we'll discover new ways to nurture our well-being and find balance in our lives. 🌿 Step into a space of understanding and renewal. 🌱 #MentalHealth #NatureHealing #CrabtreeFarms #Reconnect #HolisticWellness #CommunityWorkshop

🌻 Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale Beautification Days! 🌿
🌻 Crabtree Farms Fall Plant Sale Beautification Days! 🌿

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the dirt at Crabtree Farms! We're gearing up for our 24th Annual Fall Plant Sale, and we need your help to make the farm shine. Whether you're a garden guru, a community champ, or just love soaking up the sunshine, this is your chance to make a mark (and maybe even break a sweat)! 🗓️ Dates: September 17 (Tuesday), September 18 (Wednesday), and maybe September 14 (Saturday). Stay tuned! ⏰ Shifts: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM or 9:00 AM - NOON 📍 Where: Crabtree Farms, 1000 E 30th St, Chattanooga, TN What You’ll Be Doing: - Taming wild walkways with some serious weed-eating. - Giving the farm a facelift with fresh mulch and a whole lot of love. - Building the backbone of our plant displays (literally, with cinder blocks and T-Posts!). Why You’ll Love It: - Hands-on learning and gardening secrets straight from the soil. - Bonding with a crew of awesome, like-minded green thumbs. - The chance to leave your mark on the farm that feeds our community. Ready to Dig In? Sign up today and be part of the magic that makes our Fall Plant Sale bloom! https://crabtreefarms.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=90896 Got questions? Hit up Christiana at [email protected]. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱 #VolunteerVibes #CrabtreeFarms #FallPlantSale2024 #GetYourHandsDirty #communitygarden #growlocal #farmeducation

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We believe in a world where people are connected to one another, the land, and their own healthy body. Enlivening our community since 1998 through eating, education, and experience, Crabtree Farms is a nonprofit, community-focused sustainable farm and agriculture resource.

We pride ourselves on making our space available to all, therefore our gates are open year round, Monday-Saturday between 9am-3pm. During those times, we invite you and your loved ones to come visit and connect with one another through connecting with nature. Admission is free and we are always looking for new friends. You can roam the land and use the space as a park, see farming in action, or pack a simple picnic and enjoy the outdoors. After all, there’s always a place for you on the farm. You can participate by becoming a member and therefore supporting our mission and work; registering for a workshop or class; visiting and shopping during one of our 4 annual fundraising events; scheduling a tour or field trip; or lending a hand - we can always use more - in our fields, greenhouses, or kids programs. If you love our space and are looking to hold an event, meeting, reception, retreat, or party, consider renting the Evelyn Center. Your support makes our work possible.