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Volunteers at High Plains Food Bank Come in All Shapes and Sizes

High Plains Public Radio | By Skip Mancini
Published November 1, 2012 at 12:01 AM CDT
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We'll continue our visit at the High Plains Food Bank in Amarillo by doing a walk-through of the garden with Cara Young.  Harvesting bounty from the one-acre plot is part of the daily chores for Cara, her husband Justin, and a small group of summer interns.  They are assisted by other helpers, some furred and some feathered who help keep down the weed and insect population.  Our tour continues with a look at herbs, berries, and vegetable plots that will provide a fall harvest.
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Skip Mancini
Years ago Skip Mancini left the rocky coast of Northern California to return to her roots in the heartland. Her San Francisco friends, concerned over her decision to live in a desolate flatland best known for a Hollywood tornado, were afraid she would wither and die on the vine. With pioneer spirit, Skip planted a garden. She began to learn about growing not only flowers and vegetables, but hearts and minds. If you agree that the prairie is a special place, we think you'll enjoy her weekly sojourns into Growing on the High Plains.
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