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sustainability Bio-Dynamic applicationapplying field sprays, planting by the BD calendar, making BD preps "Intern applicants are encouraged to see the farm during the growing season and meet other interns. They are hired over the winter for the new season by the Farm Manager". Transition 2008-2011 "After twenty-six years of running Wellspring as an organization, I was more than ready to step aside for the new Executive Director (ED). For the longevity and sustainability of Wellspring I thought it best to share leadership. I had given the Board notice five years earlier. So on my seventieth birthday, November 15, 2008, I threw a big party with dinner, live music, and dancing in the barn loft. Though the Board was doing succession planning, they were not yet ready to hire a fulltime ED. Stepping to the plate in the interim was Joe Mantoan, A Board member, who promised to be a liaison between staff and board for three months. As a symbol of passing on the role I placed a ten gallon hat on Joe's head, and he was "knighted" by Darrell Smith, the Board president. Needless to say, we had a good time that night. In 2009 the Wellspring Board hired Angela Rester as an interim Executive Director (ED) while a nation wide search ensued for a permanent position. After a few weeks of orientation, I left the country so Angie could have full reign of the job and connect with the Board and staff. I was happy to take a longdreamed-of trip to Italy and India for three months". "The search for the permanent ED continued meanwhile. Then, out of the top candidates Angela was chosen as the best match for Wellspring. She had worked with the organization a few years earlier as a consultant doing diagnostic assessment of Wellspring. We were pleased with her work and her thorough knowledge of the organization through assessment process. Angela began her permanent post in May 2010". "I still work full time, but I no longer have the full responsibility for running Wellspring. I am glad to help out in many areas as receptionist, bookkeeper, office assistant, newsletter editor, gardens and grounds, hospitality, cooking, food processing, and volunteer work. As the Hospitality Coordinator, I over see the needs of guests, the Conference Center and Retreat Center, the Hostel and Bed and Breakfast. My work with the Farm and CSA Programs has been turned over to the Farm and CSA staff. I am available as backup. I mostly became a "Girl Friday" assistant to Angie. I'm grateful for her input and the fact that we work well together. Our Board has been terrific through this whole transition process, deeply committed and hard working". "It is one thing to have a dream, work hard for it, nourish it and let it grow and twenty-eight years later see a dedicated group of folks give themselves whole heartily to the project. It warms my heart. This gives me great hope that Wellspring will continue to flourish into the future, perhaps another thirty years or more". Future 2012 "In September 2010 Wellspring staff and Board gathered for a weekend to continue the strategic planning process regarding Wellspring's immediate and long-term future. A few years ago at a planning session involving stakeholders from the greater communi- ty, we saw that food, education and community were at the heart of what Wellspring is about. In the future, our educational mission will continue, centering around food as the basis of good health, and will continue building a vibrant community". Wellspring Today 2013 The Winter Share provides a great way to eat locally and organically even later in the season. This share is larger than the regular season box and will consist of various storage crops like carrots, potatoes, beets, parsnips, winter squash, cold hearty greens, broccoli, onions and much more! Boxes will be delivered every other week beginning October 24th and ending December 5th (4 boxes total). Delivery is available for Winter Share program. Consult the Wellspring web site: wellspringinc.org for more information. The Regular Season Shares for the 2014 will be available for sign-up sometime in December 2103, check the Wellspring website or call 262-6756755 for more information. Wellspring is also proud to now be a part of the Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast Association and is part of Travel Green Wisconsin. If interested in purchasing The Wellspring Story, The First Thirty Years publication written by Mary Ann Ihm, you can call Wellspring to order the book for thirty dollars and all proceeds go the educational programs at Wellspring. "Wellspring, an education and retreat center, inspires and teaches people to grow, prepare and eat healthy food. In so doing, we transform food systems and build community". Mission statement formed in September 2010. Financial News Money-saving tips to help you stock up this season (BPT) - As summer winds down, many are heading into a busy buying season with Labor Day soirees and preparing for back-to-school. With the average family expected to spend an average of $634.78 on backto-school shopping this year, according to the National Retail Federation, consumers are seeking cost saving strategies to ensure they are getting the most bang for the buck. With more access to information thanks to online resources and smartphones, the power is in purchasers' hands. In fact, the National Retail Federation forecast revealed that approximately 36 percent of shoppers will do more comparative shopping online for back-to-school 2013. Other ways people are cashing in on the savings is going back to the tried and true bulk shopping. Expert couponer, Kelly Snyder, of Kansas City Mamas says volume buying and storing goods correctly has made a positive impact on her family's finances. However, one important thing to keep in mind is what to do with all those purchases you bring home. "The right storage is essential when purchasing in bulk," said Snyder. "Make sure you have enough storage space and invest in products and appliances that keep you organized and help preserve the integrity of your purchases." Snyder points to refrigerators as a key investment piece for savvy shoppers who want to store large amounts of perishables. For example, no other refrigerator on the market has more capacity than the Kenmore 33 cubic foot French door refrigerator according to the standards set by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM). Snyder along with fellow top savings bloggers Briana Carter, of Bargain Briana, and Lauren Ortiz of Saving Addiction, offer their top tips to help shoppers best navigate through the sea of savings. • Don't bypass a budget. often won't need a coupon. Know how much you've spent in order to see your savings. By • Increase your buying IQ keeping a monthly budget, with a smartphone. Download you'll never pay too much. money-saving and grocery coupon apps like SavingStar • Don't create a storage war. and Coupons.com, as well as Being organized will help keep apps for rewards programs like track of what you have and prevent wasting food or needless Shop Your Way. purchases. For perishables, dedicate one shelf each in your refrigerator for beverages, produce and leftovers. A large refrigerator, like the Kenmore Elite with large freezer capacity, allows you to stock up on items on sale. • Get rewarded for loyalty. Join loyalty programs of establishments you frequent the most. Eventually your purchasing power will return major perks. For example, Shop Your Way, a free membership and shopping community, allows Kmart and Sears customers to earn points for their purchases to redeem online or in store. In addition, members get alerts on special offerings, personalized deals, product reviews, events and sweepstakes for even more savings. • Remember coupons are king. While many still enjoy clipping paper coupons, downloadable eCoupons are more popular than ever. Now, eCoupons are more sophisticated by pushing savings based on style and shopping habits like those from ShopYourWay.com. Sears is the first retailer to offer eCoupons that are redeemable in-store, online and from a mobile device. In addition, they are redeemable both in-store and online. This will not only save money, but save time too. • Go generic or store brands. It's always better to go with a store brand if you don't have a coupon for a name-brand item. While these versions are cheaper, they often offer simi• Tracking gets you a treat. lar quality. Create a price book to record • Serve what's on sale. costs for items over a six-week period. 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