Volunteering is an opportunity to have fun, meet new people, learn new skills and give back!
There are many different opportunities to volunteer with us, depending on your time availability and skill set. Benefits include:
- Free admission to The Arboretum on the days you volunteer.
- The opportunity to create memorable experiences as you volunteer.
- Social gatherings throughout the year.
- Complimentary duo level membership for those who volunteer 40 hours or more in a calendar year.
Individual Volunteering
- Land restoration and wildlife monitoring
- Nursery care
- Plant records and herbarium
- Garden maintenance
- Museum tour guide
- Educational programming
- And more!
If you’re interested in individual volunteering, please visit our Volunteer Portal and create an account to apply.
Group Volunteering
- Invasive plant removal
- Native prairie installation
- Reforestation (tree planting)
To schedule a group volunteering opportunity, please contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator by emailing volunteers@dawesarb.org or call at 740.323.2355.
Community Volunteer Days
Join our monthly community volunteer days from January to October where you’ll be able to work hands-on and support landscapes and habitats around The Arboretum. To learn more, contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator by emailing volunteers@dawesarb.org or call at 740.323.2355.
Please Note: signed waivers are required of all participants. Participants under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult to attend a Community Volunteer Day.
Questions?
If you have questions about volunteering with The Dawes Arboretum, please contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator by emailing volunteers@dawesarb.org or call at 740.323.2355
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.