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Harvest & Share—A Communal Experience
Price
Complimentary
Duration
45 minutes on Sunday and 1 hour on Monday (if guests join to deliver donations).
Recommended Dress
Closed toe shoes, durable clothing, sun protection, and water bottle.
Experience
Step into the garden with purpose and presence in this heartful community experience. Each Sunday, guests gather to harvest the season’s bounty and prepare donations for The Big Share—a local nonprofit that helps nourish the people of Big Sur. On Mondays, you’re invited to join in delivering those offerings, engaging directly with the community and learning what it means to live, give, and grow in one of California’s most remote and resilient regions. It’s not just a feel-good moment. It’s a living connection to land, people, and place—and a tradition of generosity that defines this coast.
Itinerary
Sunday: Gather & Give
Join our garden team to harvest the season's bounty to support for The Big Share food initiative.
Pack & Prepare
Help package fresh offerings for delivery, learning about local agriculture and food access in the Big Sur region.
Monday: Deliver & Connect (Optional)
Meet community members during donation delivery, gaining a deeper understanding of the people who call Big Sur home.
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