Community Gardens in Fox Valley & Oshkosh Area
Help Us Build the Community Gardens Directory!
We’re on a mission to create a comprehensive directory of community gardens in the Fox Valley and Oshkosh area, and we need your help! The Extension for Outagamie and Winnebago Counties is gathering information to ensure every community garden is included.
This directory will empower residents to easily locate community gardens and connect with garden coordinators for potential plot rentals. If you’re interested in starting a garden or have extra land available, we encourage you to reach out. We’ll provide a follow-up call or meeting to discuss the next steps.
How You Can Contribute:
- Add a Garden:[Google Form Coming Soon]
- Call Us: 920-832-5121 (Ask for Amy Beck, our directory coordinator)
- Email: Amy.Beck@outagamie.org
- Explore Current Listings: [Interactive Map Coming Soon]
Why Community Gardens Matter
Community gardens, whether large or small, offer numerous benefits, including:
- Access to affordable fresh produce
- Recreational opportunities
- Space for culturally significant crops
- Beautification of neighborhoods
- Increased public safety
This directory will also help community leaders identify areas that may need more gardens. Previously, initiatives like Outagamie Extension’s Community Gardens Partnership and Goodwill Grows played key roles in supporting local gardens, but those programs are no longer active.
Note: A community garden is defined as being at least partially open to the general public and neighborhoods. It’s acceptable for a portion of the plots to be designated for partnering organizations, such as church parishes.
Together, let’s cultivate a thriving community!
