Volunteers assist us with whatever tasks we have going on that day, whether it is weeding, watering, harvesting, or building raised beds. We try to make the service meaningful, intentional, and fun for everybody but some days we just have weeding and mowing to do and that is how it goes. Please wear clothes that you do not mind getting dirty and closed-toed shoes. Bring a water bottle. If you are unsure if we are open because of the weather, give us a call or email us. Additionally, please leave us with a phone number so that we may contact you in case of inclement weather.
Directions to Beardsley: We are located at 1741 Reynolds Street. If you are on Western Avenue heading away from downtown, you'll go through the 17th St. intersection and also the Middlebrook/University Avenue intersection. You will see a Food City on the left and will start to go uphill. At the crest of the hill, the News Sentinel building is on the left and Reynolds Street is the street directly across from it. Turn right on Reynolds. After 800 yards, turn left immediately after the "Ed Cothren Pool" sign. Parking is available by the Beardsley Education Center, on the gravel area by the Beardsley barn, and parallel parking is an option on the road leading up to the Education Center.
About the farm: CAC Beardsley Community Farm is an urban community farm that promotes food security and sustainable agriculture. Since 1998, Beardsley Farm has worked to increase access to fresh produce in Knoxville’s food deserts through produce donations, educational programs, and community gardening. Beardsley Farm grows over 100 varieties of fruits and vegetables on about four-acres of productive land with the help of over 2,000 annual volunteers.
