This past summer, the Jury Lands Foundation (JLF) transformed part of the Camp 30 grounds
into something remarkable — a thriving Rejuvenation Garden. Supported through funding
from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the project began as a simple volunteer initiative to
beautify the site and has blossomed into a powerful symbol of renewal, resilience, and
community care.
From July through October, JLF volunteers harvested and donated more than 300 pounds of
fresh vegetables to the Clarington East Food Bank — everything from kale, Swiss chard, and
lettuce to zucchini, beans, carrots, corn, turnips, and more. Week after week, the garden
flourished, turning once-overgrown land into nourishment for local families.
“We are so appreciative of your generous fresh-produce donations,” said Susan Pascoe,
Executive Director of the Clarington East Food Bank. “Fresh vegetables are often out of reach
for many families, and your efforts made a real difference. You’ve shared exactly what our earth
is meant to provide — nourishment for those who need it most.” ❤️
For the volunteers tending the garden, the sense of connection was just as rewarding.
“Every time I was there working in the garden, people would stop and talk and thank JLF for
making a difference in how the site looked,” said Faye Langmaid, a long-time Jury Lands
Foundation volunteer and lead on the garden.
Other than the unfortunate events the night before the Family Picnic in September, when
pumpkins were smashed by vandals, the garden was left in great condition — respected and
appreciated by the community.
Her words capture the heart of the project — the Rejuvenation Garden has done more than grow
food; it has cultivated community pride and respect for this historic site. Passersby have noticed
the transformation, stopping to share stories, gratitude, and encouragement.
The success of the garden shows that Camp 30’s story is still being written. From the
volunteers who plant, weed and harvest to the families who benefit from the produce grown, the
site continues to give back — this time, through compassion, connection, and care.
As the growing season winds down, JLF extends heartfelt .