Geodesic Dome
AspenPointe’s Community Garden has been so successful in its harvest and training programs that we are pleased to announce our fundraising campaign for the next phase. We are in the process of purchasing a Geodesic Dome to extend the Community Garden's growing season, but we need YOUR help to better serve our clients, community members and customers
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We are planning to add a 42 ft. Geodesic Dome on the site adjacent to the current Community Garden.
A Geodesic Dome will allow the community garden to provide programming for our clients and community year round and help to provide fresh, local produce for our AspenPointe Café throughout winter months. As a result of being able to garden year round, we would be able to serve more individuals and increase the amount of fresh produce made available to our clients, community and employees through winter.
Growing Spaces Geodesic Domes are greenhouses designed specifically for the harsh and varying climates within the Rocky Mountains and for the many days of sun we receive even throughout the dead of winter. These domes require less heat to grow plants, have a smaller footprint on the environment and often have a higher yield.
Giving Levels and Recognition
We are asking you to consider giving to this Phase II – Garden Geodesic Dome project, any amount would be greatly appreciated. Donors will be recognized by having their name or logo engraved into the blocks of a walkway leading to the dome. All donors will be listed on a plaque inside the dome.
Recognized Donor levels are:
- Pavers ($500)
- Foundation ($1,000)
- Stepping Stone ($2,500)
- Cornerstone ($5,000)
- Capstone ($10,000)
- Wells Fargo ($10,000)
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Community Garden Geodesic Dome Q & A:
What is the purpose of AspenPointe’s community garden?
The community garden utilizes a multi-faceted model to engage our community and educate individuals on health and nutrition while providing access to fresh produce, providing wellness and recovery opportunities, offering job training opportunities for youth and adults, and providing our AspenPointe Café with fresh, local produce.
How long has the garden been in operation?
2012 was the garden’s first growing season, although planning started more than a year ago. We started planting in April 2012 and began harvesting in July.
How many pounds of food have been harvested and where has it gone?
In 2012 we harvested 770 pounds of produce. The majority of the produce has gone to the AspenPointe Café at the Citizens Service Center but some has also been given to volunteers that have spent time assisting in the garden.
Why is a geodesic dome needed for the garden?
A geodesic dome would allow the community garden to provide programming for our clients and community year round and help to provide fresh, local produce for our AspenPointe Café throughout winter months.
How will this allow us to expand our programming?
As a result of being able to garden year round, we would be able to serve more individuals and increase the amount of fresh produce made available to our clients, community and employees through winter.
What does geodesic mean?
A geodesic dome is a sphere-like structure made up of a complex network of triangles which create a self-bracing framework that provides structural strength while using minimal material.
What are the benefits of a geodesic dome?
Geodesic Domes are designed specifically for the harsh and varying climates within the Rocky Mountains and for the many days of sun we receive even throughout the dead of winter. As a result of the seven features shown in the graphic below, these domes require less heat to grow even tropical plants, have a smaller footprint on the environment, and often have a higher yield.
How can I get involved?
Now that we have received our initial funding, we can begin clearing the site and securing all the necessary permits in preparation of building the geodesic dome. The Community Garden page will keep you informed of the progress on the garden and the actual construction of the dome. We ask for you to help us Spring into Action by sharing this exciting news with your friends and colleagues!
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