Teen applications for City Beets 2012 are available February 1; due March 1.

On or after February 1, applications can be downloaded from this page or picked up at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark at 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave. Dayton, OH 45414. Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Positions are limited and competitive. Only 16 positions are available.

In this summer program, youth ages 12-15 years old:

• Grow vegetables at the Community Garden at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
• Learn leadership & job skills
• Sell food at the Saturday PNC 2nd Street Market
• Take local volunteer field trips
• Learn about where food comes from and food systems
• Prepare & eat snacks from harvested food
• Make new friends

When does City Beets Happen?
Five pre-summer sessions will take place in May for the Youth Managers. During the summer, all City Beets youth meet for 8 weeks during the summer of 2012. Youth are expected to attend all sessions.

Summer sessions are typically as follows:

• Tuesdays (four fieldtrips, dates t.b.a.) 9:00 am-12:30 pm
• Thursdays: 9:00am-12:30pm
• Fridays: 9:00am-12:30 pm
• Saturdays: Several shifts at the PNC 2nd Street Market are required. Times may vary.

Who should apply for City Beets?
Youth ages 12-15 years old who:

• Enjoy being outside
• Have an interest in gardening or business
• Can commit to attend all sessions
• Want a unique summer experience!

What are the benefits?
Youth will learn valuable skills in business, communication, leadership, problem-solving, nutrition, and cooperation. City Beets participants also receive gift cards totaling $100 for satisfactory participation. Youth Managers will recieve $200 in gift cards.

Adults, get involved!
Would you like to get involved with City Beets? We are currently seeking Mentors for the 2011 City Beets season; Mentors could work in the garden, help with nutrition and cooking classes, attend field trips, or a mixture of all three! Please contact Bob Butts at (937) 276-7055 or bob.butts@metroparks.org.