THE DAWES ARBORETUM

Volunteer


The Arboretum depends on dedicated and interested individuals just like you! Nearly 200 volunteers give more than 7,000 hours each year to The Dawes Arboretum.


Volunteer your time and help us further our mission of enriching lives through the conservation of trees and nature. With opportunities for individuals, corporate teams, service groups, school programs and more, The Arboretum has something for everyone.

New volunteers will need to create an account to apply for volunteer opportunities. Click here to create an account and apply.

Individual Volunteer

Individual volunteers can learn new skills, participate in appreciation and social gatherings, receive select free programming and may even earn a complimentary membership with qualifying service hours!

Opportunities for individuals include:

  • Land Restoration and Wildlife Monitoring,
  • Nursery Care,
  • Plant Records and Herbarium,
  • Garden Maintenance,
  • Tour Guide and Historical Collections,
  • Educational Programming and
  • More!

Click here to create an account and apply!

 

Group Volunteers

Group volunteer service at The Dawes Arboretum is a great opportunity for groups to enjoy structured team building and work days away from the office while contributing to The Arboretum’s mission.

Group Volunteer opportunities include

  • Tree planting,
  • Garden maintenance,
  • Invasive plant removal,
  • Special events and
  • More!

To schedule a group volunteer opportunity, please contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator at volunteers@dawesarb.org.

 

Community Volunteer Days

Join our monthly community volunteer days where you’ll be able to work hands-on and support landscapes and habitats around The Arboretum. Community Volunteer Days will be held February-October. To learn more, contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator by emailing volunteers@dawesarb.org or call at 740.323.2355.

Note, signed waivers are required of all participants. Participants under the age of 18 should have parent/ward sign this document prior to joining a Community Volunteer Day.

Please see the upcoming opportunities below.

  • Growing in the Greenhouse | February 11, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Behind the Scenes Spring Planting | March 10, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Celebrating Spring in the Woodland Garden | April 14, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Collections Care & Clean-Up Day | May 19, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Supporting Collections | June 9, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Preserving Native Plants | July 14, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Promoting Biodiversity | August 11, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Seed Collecting for Restoration | September 8, 2024 | 9am-12pm
  • Seeds for the Future | October 13, 2024 | 9am-12pm

Teen Conservation Team

The Teen Conservation Team is designed to immerse teens in hands-on learning experiences with our dedicated team in conservation, preservation, environmental education, gardening and research! In addition, teens will have the opportunity to gain service credit while making a difference in our natural world. Click here to learn more!

The application period has closed for 2023, however if you are interested on a hands-on experience at The Dawes Arboretum, please join us for a Community Volunteer Day or contact volunteers@dawesarb.org.

The Dawes Arboretum Volunteer Benefits Include:

  • Free admission to The Arboretum on the days you volunteer.
  • The opportunity to create memorable experiences as you volunteer.
  • Opportunity for a complimentary individual level membership for those who volunteer 40 hours or more in a calendar year.
  • Social gatherings throughout the year.
  • The opportunity to have fun, meet new people, learn new skills and give back.

Please contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator by emailing volunteers@dawesarb.org or call at 740.323.2355 if you are interested in volunteering with The Dawes Arboretum.