Orchard Ambassadors
NEWS FLASH: Harvest ended July 7, 2024! During the 2-wk harvest period (6/23-7/7) we collected 56 lbs prime apricots for sale to the broader community through DeMartini Orchard. Income from sales was donated to the Orchard Fund at the Los Altos History Museum, adding to the budget for orchard rehabilitation and maintence provided by the City of Los Altos. From the windfall under the trees, we salvaged 162 lbs slightly damaged "jam cots", distributed free to fill online orders. The remaining windfall (163 lbs) was composted or shared with backyard chickens. As a heartwarming gesture, members of our community graciously shared the sweet taste of heritage with homebound seniors, GreenTown interns, Orchard Ambassadors, Civic Center pedestrians and staff. We are grateful to the Orchardscapes crew, as well as all our volunteers and Orchard Ambassadors for a successful and inclusive harvest season. Preservation of the Los Altos Heritage Orchard Historical Landmark is made possible by the City of Los Altos. For comments or suggestions, email Jane at orchard@losaltoshistory.org.
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Become an Orchard Ambassador for Los Altos History Museum in 2025!
Thinking forward to the 2025 harvest, we are seeking active adults to volunteer as ambassadors for the Los Altos Heritage Orchard. Your presence will help spread the message of caring and sharing during the harvest period, reduce unsupervised picking of the crop, and enhance public outreach.
Role of an Orchard Ambassador:
Explain the importance of supervised picking to promote safety, inclusiveness, and equitability.
Engage with the community and share the importance of caring for our orchard.
Sign up for one-hour slots to walk the orchard's fitness path during the apricot harvest (bring a companion if you want)
Training:
On the first shift that you sign up, a trainer will join you to explain what to do.
Training will cover: wear an orange vest (provided), map of walking path, communication skills, caring and sharing rules
Meet at the red umbrella by the City Hall Entrance (1 N San Antonio Rd)
Interested? Sign up by June 1, 2025. Send an email to OrchardAmbassadors@losaltoshistory.org.
Help us protect and celebrate our community’s heritage!
Los Altos History Museum, 51 S. San Antonio Rd., Los Altos 650-948-9427 losaltoshistory.org