education programs
Adult Tour Guide
Share your knowledge and love of plants by guiding guests through a variety of tours, which include: Outdoor Garden, Sensory Garden, Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory, Winter Green (outreach program) or Mount Goliath Wildflower Tours.
Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to speak comfortably to a group; stamina to walk for one hour.
Schedule: Varies based on tour type. Tours typically last one hour.
School Program Facilitator
Volunteers will lead small groups of 10-12 students in specific activities, while facilitating the process of discovery.
Qualifications: Enjoy working with children; interest in plants; comfortable multi-tasking; patient.
Schedule: Each program occurs on a specific weekday morning during specific seasons. Volunteers are expected to commit to guiding at least two programs per month during the months that the program is offered.
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"I am so glad a friend told me about the Gardens volunteer program. There are so many different program opportunities to choose from. I have learned so much and enjoy the interaction with staff and garden visitors." - Julaine, Volunteer "As a result of my volunteer experience, I grew my professional skill set and made a major career change that has allowed me to combine volunteerism, service and professional growth into an executive position with a national service organization." - Bevin, Volunteer "I love to see young people, and people young-at-heart; smile, relax and thoroughly enjoy our beautiful gardens! It's so wonderful to experience flowers and people at their very best." - Jane, Volunteer |
