Volunteering Opportunities

Be a Part of Our Vibrant Volunteer Community!

Volunteering at Viles Arboretum offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while giving back to the community. Whether you have a passion for gardening, education, or conservation, we have a variety of roles to match your interest and skills.

Volunteers can engage in activities such as trail maintanance, invasives removal, general landscaping and gardening, educational programs, events and fundraisers, research and conservation projects, and more! We welcome volunteers for on-going or one-time opportunities or at one of our volunteer events!

By joining our dedicated team, you'll gain valuable experience, have opportunities to learn new skills, connect with other nature loves, and contribute to the sustainability and enrichment of our our beautiful space!

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Visitor Center Attendant

The Arboretum is looking for friendly, energetic individuals to support our staff in our Visitor Center this summer!

As a volunteer visitor center attendant, you will play a cruicial role in creating a welcoming and informative environment for our guests.

Responsibilities include:

  • Greet visitors and help them find their way around.
  • Provide information about the Arboretum, it's trails and grounds, membership and giving, and its history.
  • Support gift shop operations through sales and restocking.
  • Help to maintain the visitor center's appearance.

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Grounds Maintenance Volunteer

The Arboretum is looking for dedicated, enthusiastic individuals to assist with maintenance of the area around the visitor center.

As a grounds maintenance volunteer, you will play a crucial role in helping to keep our outdoor visitor center area well maintained and welcoming for all visitors.

Responsibilities include:

  • Operating lawnmowers and weed whackers.
  • Raking lawn clippings.
  • Gardening and landscaping.
  • Shoveling and salting walkways.

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Volunteer at Viles Arboretum

Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering at Viles Arboretum! Volunteers are the backbone behind so many of the great things that happen here. We have one-time and ongoing opportunities for individuals and groups. Complete the form below to let us know you are interested. You will be added to our volunteer email list, which is how we notify you of upcoming opportunities. If you have a specific date or project in mind, let us know below and a staff member will reach out. 

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Waiver and Release: I, the Participant, release and forever discharge and hold harmless Viles Arboretum and its successors and assigns from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind of nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from participation in programs offered by Viles Arboretum. I understand and acknowledge that this Release discharges Viles Arboretum from any liability or claim that I may have against Viles Arboretum with respect to bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or property damage that may result from participating in programs or events. Insurance: I understand that Viles Arboretum does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability benefits or insurance. I expressly waive any such claim for compensation or liability on the part of Viles Arboretum beyond what may be offered freely by Viles Arboretum in the event of injury or medical expenses incurred by me. Medical Treatment: I hereby Release and forever discharge Viles Arboretum from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first-aid treatment or other medical services rendered in connection with an emergency during participation in programs or events with Viles Arboretum. Assumption of Risk: I understand that programs and events offered by Viles Arboretum may include activities that may be hazardous to me including, involving inherently dangerous activities. As a participant, I hereby expressly assume risk of injury or harm from these activities and release Viles Arboretum from all liability. Photographic Release: I grant and convey to Viles Arboretum all right, title, and interests in any and all photographs, images, video, or audio recordings of me or my likeness or voice made by Nonprofit in connection with program participation to Nonprofit.