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82 people are interested
Butterfly Guardians (Gardening)
ORGANIZATION: Children's Science Explorium
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82 people are interested
***SUMMER 2018 PROGRAM NOW FULL - CHECK BACK AFTER SUMMER***
Volunteers needed to care for, maintain and develop the Children's Science Explorium's Butterfly Garden. The Butterfly Gardians assist with watering, mulching, planting, weeding and propagation of Florida native flowering plants. Volunteers assist with the identification and recording of plants and animals found in the gardens. Special care is required not to harm the insects and 'pests' found in the garden. Previous experience working with plants is preferred, but not required.
Shifts are highly flexible, though recommended for the early morning. Breaks are provided as needed. Special requests and accommodations can be made with advanced notification.
This position offers the volunteer opportunities to learn about botany, etymology, ecological sciences and horticulture.
This position is open to anyone over the age of 14, requires a minimum commitment of 30 hours of service.
More opportunities with Children's Science Explorium
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About Children's Science Explorium
Location:
Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486, US
Mission Statement
The Children's Science Explorium strives to inspire an appreciation and understanding of science by providing an environment and various programs that stimulate a child's natural curiosity.
Description
The Children's Science Explorium is a hands-on science center designed for children ages 5 - 12. Volunteers maintain exhibits, present demonstrations to the audience, represent the facility at special events, and/or assist with summer science camp.
Volunteer opportunities exist year-round. All exhibits and teachings focus on physical sciences for elementary ages.
Year-round volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of 30 hours of service over any period of time.
Summer camp counselors are required to sign up for a minimum of 2 weeks of camp from 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. weekdays.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Children's Science ExploriumSugar Sand Park300 S. Military TrailBoca Raton, FL 33486
DATE POSTED
January 15, 2019
SKILLS
- Landscaping
- Environmental Science
- Gardening
- Botany
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- 30 hour minimum commitment
- Must have a US Social Security Number