Irrigation Progress and Parking Prep – More Steps Forward
Testing of the irrigation system at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre has started!
With winter leaving us, progress at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre continues at full steam! We’re happy to report successful irrigation testing in the Roots section, marking a big milestone for the site. Seeing the first water flowing through the system was a great moment, and now we’re moving forward with the completion of the Maple and Tuf-Turf sections. Every bit of pipe laid brings us one step closer to a thriving, growing season. Despite the delays caused by recent atmospheric river events, our crew has kept things moving, and the results are starting to show. The land may be wet, but spirits are high. Despite sometimes challenging conditions, we owe the crew a huge thank you for all their efforts.
On another front, the parking area is being shaped and prepared for a fresh chip surface in the coming weeks. This will make access smoother and more reliable for members as we gear up for increased activity on the land.
We’re grateful for the continued patience and support from our community. With each improvement, we're building a space that supports connection, food security, education and local growing — and it’s all happening thanks to you.
Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to the official kickoff of the season!
Water, Water everywhere…
irrigation spigots for every farm and garden going in at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural centre in march 2025
The Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre is buzzing with activity—especially with the exciting progress happening on our irrigation system! We're thrilled to share that every garden allotment and farm plot will have its very own water spigot, making gardening easier and more enjoyable for everyone.
We're nearing completion of the main water lines, and now the focus shifts to building out all the section lines and individual plot connections. Hundreds of spigots are steadily going in, bringing us closer to a vibrant growing season. Check out these photos showcasing the water lines and spigots as they're currently suspended above ground. Once the work is done, all these pipes will be buried beneath the pathways and roadways, leaving just the convenient spigots accessible at each plot. Stay tuned for more updates—we can't wait to see your farms and gardens flourish!
