Common Ground Appalachia Institute: Accessible Gardening & Ecology Interest Survey

Common Ground Appalachia Institute: Accessible Gardening & Ecology Interest Survey – Rockbridge & Amherst Region

Your input will help shape inclusive gardening, ecology, and educational programs for our local community. Responses are anonymous unless you choose to share contact info.
Quick 5-minute community survey.

Welcome! This survey supports the development of accessible and ecological gardening, education, and consulting services for residents of Rockbridge and Amherst Counties. As well as online!

Your responses will guide workshops, resources, and potential services. Participation is anonymous unless you choose to share contact information. Data will be used in aggregate to inform program design.

Early pilot topics may include accessible raised-bed garden setup, vermicompost systems, ADA compliance, neurodivergent-friendly gardening basics, and many others.

Our consulting program and services will be guided by, and only in support of, our flagship educational programs currently in development.

This survey will help us narrow down what is most important to you!
Eligibility & Location
Buena Vista cityLexington cityRockbridge CountyAmherst CountyNearby, but outside these areasFar away, but have online accessPrefer not to sayOther
Interest Areas
Accessible gardening (disability-friendly design)Climate resilience & land stewardshipCommunity projects (shared gardens, mutual aid)CompostingGrowing food (vegetables, herbs, small-scale)Medicinal plantsNative plants & ecologyPermaculture / regenerative practicesSeed saving & plant propagationSoil ScienceYouth educationOther
Experience Level
CuriousBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced practitionerProfessional in a related field
Accessibility & Barriers
Chronic pain or fatigueCognitive/attention challengesFinancial barriersLack of knowledge/confidenceLack of tools/equipmentLack of transportationLimited space to growPhysical mobility limitationsSensory sensitivitiesTime constraintsOther
YesMaybeNo
Sharing your barriers helps us design inclusive and accessible programming for all.
Program Formats of Interest
Community work daysHands-on workshopsMulti-week coursesOne-on-one consultingOnline sessionsPrinted guides / toolkitsSite visits / home garden supportShort classes (1–2 hours)Other
Willingness to Participate
Very interested (would attend)Somewhat interestedCuriousNot interested right now
Free eventsSliding scaleLow-cost ($5–$20 per event)Standard workshop pricing ($25–$75 per event)Specialized Consulting on-site ($50-$100 per hour)Specialized Consulting on-site ($100-$150 per hour)Scholarships importantOther
Open-Ended Feedback
What programs, topics, or support would you like to see offered locally around gardening, ecology, or land stewardship?
What is the biggest challenge or 'unknown' currently holding you back from your gardening or ecology goals?
SpringSummerFallWinterNot sure yet
YesMaybeNo
Anything else you'd like to share?
Contact Information

Please provide your name and email address if you wish to receive updates regarding future programming, pilot offerings, and organization news. Your name and email will not be tied to your survey responses.
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Common Ground Appalachia Institute: Accessible Gardening & Ecology Interest Survey – Rockbridge & Amherst Region

Eligibility & Location

Interest Areas

Experience Level

Accessibility & Barriers

Program Formats of Interest

Willingness to Participate

Open-Ended Feedback

Contact Information