Volunteer Days with Furever Sunny

On-site training is provided for all volunteer days. Many of the tasks volunteers commonly engage in involve certain physical activities, which are outlined below.

Furever Sunny is committed to being an inclusive space where people of all experience levels and abilities are welcome to participate. If the physical expectations listed below aren’t a good fit for you, that’s absolutely okay—just let us know! There are plenty of meaningful ways to get involved that don’t require lifting, kneeling, or other physical demands.

Physical Expectations for Farm Volunteers 

1. Ability to stand and walk on uneven ground for extended periods

2. Ability to bend, squat, and kneel regularly

3. Ability to lift and carry moderate weight (up to 20–50 lbs)

4. Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, mud)

5. Ability to perform repetitive tasks (e.g., feeding, cleaning, harvesting)

6. Comfort being around animals of various sizes and behaviors

7. Ability to respond calmly and safely to unexpected movements or situations

8. Willingness to get dirty and engage in hands-on work

9. Ability to maintain awareness of surroundings for personal and group safety