Garden With Friends
Whether you're new to gardening or a real green thumb, you can garden with us in our Lehi community garden near 600 E Main St, with other Lehi locations launching soon. We're currently building raised beds and need pallets, soil, funding, and your time.
We are committed to growing local, organic fruits and veggies and sharing in our prosperity.
About The Community Gardens
All participants are expected to perform a small amount of general gardening duties as well as maintain their own plot.
Plots will be in increments of 9 square feet, 18, 27, 36, and so on. Most people will want around 36 square feet.
Garden plots will be assigned on a first come first serve basis, with priority going towards members who help build and fill the garden beds.
Plots are rented by the season at $0.50/SF, however, fees will be waived in 2026 for members building and filing their own garden boxes.
Please see the rules below and click here to reserve your spot.
By stepping on garden grounds, members agree to hold harmless the landowners, OffGridTribe and its founders, from any liability.
Once you apply and are accepted, you'll be send a link to join our group chat on theGroupme app, and you'll receive the exact address and schedule a meeting with the garden manager.
Our mission
We're on a mission to learn and teach skills related to self-reliance and off-grid living. We are bringing people together to learn, laugh and grow with each other.
Our vision
We want all people to have access to fresh, organic veggies and fruits and learn sustainable skills while building a strong community in Utah and worldwide.
Community Rules
OffGridTribe.com Community Garden Rules
Updated 3/25/2026
Violating garden policies may result in the loss of garden privileges and forfeiture of crops. The
plot fee will not be returned. OffGridTribe (OGT) reserves the right to make
any changes or exceptions to these policies.
Reserving and Renewing a Garden Plot
1. Plots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to returning
gardeners without plot violations in the previous year. Plots are generally limited 45SF/household. Secondary plots are assigned by lottery starting May 1st if the garden does not have a
waitlist. Secondary plots are temporary, for one growing season only.
3. New gardeners must attend an on-site garden orientation and plot assignment before
gardening. The Community Garden Manager will reach out to you to schedule a time.
4. A garden plot fee of $0.50/SqFt is required unless the garden manager approves waiving the
fee. No refunds are issued for plot fees after May 1st.
5. Gardeners who fulfill policy requirements, including plot maintenance, garden service
hours, meeting attendance, and community behavior expectations, may reapply for the
same plot each year or another one as available. Renewal forms are sent to eligible
gardeners in December. The renewal deadline is December 31st.
6. Gardeners are expected to ensure that any guests they invite to the garden also abide
by Garden Policies.
7. Gardeners should notify OGT if their contact information changes.
Water Use and Drip Irrigation
1. The automatic drip irrigation system is generally on from May through October, weather
permitting. Gardeners should not alter the system in any way. Gardeners should report
problems to the Community Garden Manager.
2. Each gardener is responsible for knowing how the system works and how to make light
repairs on their plot.
3. Gardeners must keep drip lines in plots, laid straight, without kinks, and connected to the
main water line. Holes are pre-punched in the drip line provided. Do not make your own.
4. Natural mulch (straw, leaves, etc.) is recommended in summer to conserve soil moisture
and to reduce weeds.
Plot Maintenance
1. Do not alter plot boundaries or make permanent improvements without OGT
permission.
2. Gardeners must control the weeds and trash in their plots and adjacent pathways during
the season.
3. Weeds that have gone to seed, or weeds that reproduce from cuttings (e.g., bindweed),
are not permitted in compost piles and should be deposited in the trash
4. Gardeners must harvest their ripe produce regularly to reduce garden pests and
vandalism. Extra Produce can be donated and placed in the coolers located in the
Garden.
5. Gardeners must remove plants with heavy pest infestations and deposit them in the
trash.
6. Brambles, trees, and invasive herbs are not allowed without permission.
7. Plots are inspected the week of the 1st of each month. Gardeners who do not meet
maintenance requirements will be notified. Failure to remedy the situation within 14 days
may result in plot forfeiture. If a gardener cannot tend their plot, it is their responsibility to
arrange for someone else to tend their plot temporarily. You can also ask your fellow
gardeners to help.
8. The fall winterizing deadline is November 1st. Perennials and overwintering crops may
remain. Plots must be cleared of debris and trellising and can be covered completely in
mulch and/or cover crops. Drip lines should be laid out straight below mulch.
9. Gardeners who fail to meet plot maintenance requirements will lose their gardening
privileges and crops, as well as their place on any garden waitlists administered by
OGT. To be considered for a new plot, they must reapply through the OGT Plot
Application and complete a make-up activity determined by the Garden Manager.
10. OGT reserves the right to access all garden plots to check irrigation and remove
weeds, diseased plants, safety hazards, or other materials as needed for the Community
Garden Program.
Land Use Restrictions and Safety
1. OGT does not own garden properties, and there is a possibility that access to
land will be revoked.
2. Public access is required during daylight hours or based on landowner policies.
3. Gardeners and visitors must abide by all rules established by the garden’s landowner.
Children are welcome in the garden but must be supervised by an adult.
4. No pets in the Community Garden without prior meeting with the garden manager. Allowed pets must remain on leash or tether no longer than 6 feet and may not roam.
5. Gardeners and volunteers are required to sign and submit liability waivers to OGT prior to garden use.
6. For liability reasons, hosting visiting groups or public events at the garden requires
pre-approval by OGT.
7. Building of structures, or trellis or fence over 4’ tall, is subject to prior approval.
9. Gardeners must maintain their plot in a safe condition. Metal posts must be securely
capped; pathways clear of obstacles and hazards; tools locked away; holes and hazards
identified with colorful barriers; irrigation controls must be secured from public access;
and a first aid kit and emergency contacts must be on the premises.
10. Gardeners are only permitted to leave items in garden common areas with permission.
OGT is not liable for lost or stolen items of gardeners or visitors to the garden.
9. Please alert OGT staff to any safety issues or illegal activities observed at the garden.
Involvement & Being A Good Community Member
1. OGT oversees garden management but regularly seeks gardener input and
participation when appropriate
2. Gardeners are expected to read emails from the Community Garden Manager and
communicate by email and phone or Groupme app.
3. In addition to tending a garden plot, each gardener must contribute at least 6 hours per
year towards collective garden needs. Hours spent volunteering with other OGT
programs or events do not count towards this 6-hour requirement.
4. Disrespectful or abusive language, harassment, discrimination, illegal activities, activities
that endanger others, or destructive behavior (including vandalism and theft) are not
permitted and may result in the immediate loss of all gardening privileges and crops.
5. OGT staff is available to mediate conflict between gardeners as needed. Gardeners
may be required to meet with OGT staff to address conflict or other garden-related
issues.
6. To participate in the community gardens, labor is required, such as bending, reaching,
lifting, using tools, etc. Gardeners needing accommodations to complete garden tasks or
others required by our Garden Policies due to a medical condition may request
accommodation by talking to the Garden Manager.
7. Do not remove fruits, veggies, mushrooms or plants from others’ plots.
FAQ
Is there a place to lock of my tools? There will soon be a place to lock up small trowels, gloves, etc. We're working on storage solutions for larger tools.
Are kids allowed? Yes!
Our team
Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Tanner Morrill, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various aspects of gardening.
