Skookum Gleaners, formerly known as the Powell River Fruit Tree Project, rescues food that would otherwise go to waste and makes sure that this food reaches those who need it.
Our main activity is putting together teams of volunteer pickers to save fruit (and sometimes nuts) from people’s trees, bushes, or vines. We share this harvest among the pickers, the tree-owners, and those in need in our region. This shared harvest supports regional food self-sufficiency by connecting those who have excess produce on their properties with those who have the time and energy to harvest it.
Skookum Gleaners shares the local bounty of fruit, nuts and vegetables with community organizations who provide services to help alleviate poverty and hunger in our community. You can participate as a picker, as a food donor, or as a charity. For More information on how Skookum Gleaners works, check out our Skookum Gleaners FAQ page.
If you would like to sign up as a picker, please fill out the form here.
If you have fruit or nut trees or berries or grapes (or other plants) that you would like to have us come and pick, please fill out the form here.
If you would like to be part of the team which plans and manages this amazing project, or if you have questions, please contact us at (604) 485-4366, or email us at gleaners@skookumfood.ca
Gleaners Flowchart -- see our Gleaners FAQ page for more info. Click on the image above for large version
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