As the Spring of 2012 approaches, we are busy planning our ciriculum and material needs. Please see the document below for a complete list of items. If needed, we can barter or perform labor tasks in trade.
https://sites.google.com/site/f651project/needs
Chipper/Shredder
Power ToolsAir Tools
Mowers
Mortar Mixer
Table Saw
Windmill
Solar Panels
Chicken Incubator
Any Poultry Related Equipment
Tractor
PTO Attachments
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Sunday, October 30, 2011
The 651 Project and Pepsi Refresh
Please take a look at http://www.refresheverything.com/651project
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
The Completely Recycled House
So in the process of trying design housing for the interns, I had a thought. What if we built a house entirely from discarded materials? What if we ordered NOTHING new and instead - built whatever we could out of donated materials, ODOMS, and second hand finds. Would this even be possible with the stringent building code standards? Stay tuned.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Press Release In Mother Earth News
The 651 Project Debuts in Leelanau County Michigan
9/2/2011 12:15:34 PM
The 651 Project has been established to assist students Nationwide in their pursuit of agricultural skills and knowledge. Specific areas of focus include organic farming, viticulture, construction technology, agritourism, responsible landscape design, and green energy technology. Farm 651 in Cedar, MI will serve as a learning campus for the endeavor.
"Our original plan has always included making the Farm 651 land available to students and non-profits” says Jason Roggensee – owner of Farm 651. “To realize this goal, we created the 651 Project – a licensed Michigan Non-profit organization”. Students will have the ability to live and work on a functioning farm. Housing will be provided and product sales (produce and fruits) via farm markets and the onsite retail facilities will serve as a living cost stipend to students.
The 651 Project is currently seeking funding to build the “Smart House”, a super efficient Farmhouse that will serve as student living accommodations. Donations can be made on the 651project.org website. Contractors, sponsors and agricultural professionals are being sought out to serve as instructors and project mentors. Anyone interested in participating and sharing their knowledge is encouraged to call.
For more information on The 651 Project, contact Jason Roggensee at farm651@hotmail.com or by calling 231-944-5283. Alternatively, a website is available at http://www.651project.org detailing programs, specific student opportunities, and donation guidelines.
Read more: http://www.motherearthnews.com/biz-bulletins/the-651-project-debuts-in-leelanau-county-michigan.aspx#ixzz1Wv2BG4T8
9/2/2011 12:15:34 PM
The 651 Project has been established to assist students Nationwide in their pursuit of agricultural skills and knowledge. Specific areas of focus include organic farming, viticulture, construction technology, agritourism, responsible landscape design, and green energy technology. Farm 651 in Cedar, MI will serve as a learning campus for the endeavor.
"Our original plan has always included making the Farm 651 land available to students and non-profits” says Jason Roggensee – owner of Farm 651. “To realize this goal, we created the 651 Project – a licensed Michigan Non-profit organization”. Students will have the ability to live and work on a functioning farm. Housing will be provided and product sales (produce and fruits) via farm markets and the onsite retail facilities will serve as a living cost stipend to students.
The 651 Project is currently seeking funding to build the “Smart House”, a super efficient Farmhouse that will serve as student living accommodations. Donations can be made on the 651project.org website. Contractors, sponsors and agricultural professionals are being sought out to serve as instructors and project mentors. Anyone interested in participating and sharing their knowledge is encouraged to call.
For more information on The 651 Project, contact Jason Roggensee at farm651@hotmail.com or by calling 231-944-5283. Alternatively, a website is available at http://www.651project.org detailing programs, specific student opportunities, and donation guidelines.
Read more: http://www.motherearthnews.com/biz-bulletins/the-651-project-debuts-in-leelanau-county-michigan.aspx#ixzz1Wv2BG4T8
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Properties Needed
We are looking for properies! Do you have an old house that needs rehab work? How about a vacant lot that needs improved? We can help you increase the value and you can help us teach our students valuable skills.
Now Accepting Applications for Interns
Students will have the ability to live and work on a functioning farm. Housing is provided and product sales will serve as a living stipend for those involved. Specialized areas of instruction include.
*orchardist* *facilities maintenance & construction**beekeepers/apiarists*
*landscape design & maintenance* *viticulturist*
*poultry & swine* *events coordinator* * marketing specialist/pr*
*organic farming implementation* education coordinator*
*indoor growing systems* *baker* *chef* *distillery operator*
*donations coordinator*
In addition to their specific areas of specialty, all will be responsible for attending farmers markets, staffing the onsite farm market, house chores, and maintaining professional appearance. Please forward letters of interest to farm651@hotmail.com.
*orchardist* *facilities maintenance & construction**beekeepers/apiarists*
*landscape design & maintenance* *viticulturist*
*poultry & swine* *events coordinator* * marketing specialist/pr*
*organic farming implementation* education coordinator*
*indoor growing systems* *baker* *chef* *distillery operator*
*donations coordinator*
In addition to their specific areas of specialty, all will be responsible for attending farmers markets, staffing the onsite farm market, house chores, and maintaining professional appearance. Please forward letters of interest to farm651@hotmail.com.
BSA - Business Supporting Agriculture
It is our sincere hope to work with area businesses to expand agricultural knowledge and promote the most benefical and Earth friendly practices available. We want our students and learning campus to serve as a working model for education and to showcase the most cutting edge equipment available for enhanced productivity and efficiency.
We desire partnerships with local businesses to make this equipment available and hope that area pros can help us educate students and demonstrate proven practices. In exchange for their efforts and contributions - The 651 Project would promote these businesses with signage, videos, and continued exposure at the farm markets we attend and onsite campus visitation.
We desire partnerships with local businesses to make this equipment available and hope that area pros can help us educate students and demonstrate proven practices. In exchange for their efforts and contributions - The 651 Project would promote these businesses with signage, videos, and continued exposure at the farm markets we attend and onsite campus visitation.
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