Oléole is hosting a Solidarity Harvest in southern France from October 28 to November 7, promoting olive oil heritage through community events and mill visits.
Event dates and locations
From October 28 to November 7, the association Oléole is organizing a Solidarity Harvest in several towns in the Gard region, including Bagnols-sur-Cèze, Saint-Gervais, Saint-Nazaire, Sabran, Laudun, and Saint-Laurent-de-Carnols. The event will end with a visit to a local olive mill in Saint-André-d’Olérargues.Registration and initial activities
On Wednesday, October 28, registration for the olive picking and drop-off will take place from 9 to 12 o'clock in front of number 611 on the road to Carmignan in Bagnols-sur-Cèze. The first harvests in October will occur over three days, with specific locations in Saint-Gervais, Saint-Nazaire, and Sabran.Activities and schedule
The program includes olive picking, drop-off points, shared meals for volunteers, exhibitions, demonstrations of leaf removal and picking combs, and tastings. The Fournil Vagabond will provide organic bread at Saint-Nazaire and Sabran, which can be ordered by phone or SMS.Continuation in November
The harvest continues in November, with registration from 9 to 12 o'clock on November 2 and 3 at the same location in Bagnols-sur-Cèze. Picking will take place at sites where olives remain, including Bagnols-sur-Cèze, Sabran, and Saint-Gervais.Further events and details
On November 4, activities will be held at the CCAS of Laudun, including picking, olive drop-off, and related events. Additional registration dates and locations for November 5 and 6 will be announced, and the exact sites will be posted on the Oléole website. The final event on November 7 includes a press delivery and an open visit to the mill.Updates and participation
The event's schedule may change depending on weather conditions and the progress of the harvest. Updated information and details on how to participate are available on the Oléole website at www.oléole.fr.
