Skipper Otto’s CSF strengthens local food systems by connecting thoughtful citizens to small-scale fishermen and wild, fresh, high-quality sustainable seafood.

Overview:

The successful candidate will assist with engaging local community through social media and help out at fresh fish pick-ups, farmer’s markets, workshops, and community events. If interested, there may be opportunities to join our fisherman on the boats to assist with salmon gillnetting and crabbing.

Commitment:

• 10 hours/week from late August – December 2013

Benefits:

• Receive training in creative social media campaigning
• Learn about BC fisheries, community engagement, and local food systems
• Receive a share in our CSF ($250 in local, wild, sustainably caught seafood)

Requirements:

• Strong communication skills, desire to learn, and a good sense of humor
• Interest in local food systems
• Physically fit (able to do all the lifting required to set up our market stand)
• Driver’s license and comfort driving trucks an asset

If interested, please send a resume and a paragraph outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in the volunteer position to [email protected]

Skipper Otto’s CSF will contact prospective volunteers via e-mail for in-person interviews.