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2 people are interested
Become an Arboretum Naturalist!
ORGANIZATION: Hoyt Arboretum Friends
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Become an Arboretum Naturalist at Hoyt Arboretum! Arboretum Naturalists are volunteer educators who lead field trips for children (grades K-8) to introduce them to the science of trees and Pacific Northwest ecology through fun hands-on activities.
Arboretum Naturalists lead small groups of students on a 90-minute field trip along the arboretum’s trails to inspire curiosity and discovery in the natural world. Field trips are typically scheduled on weekdays between 10am and 1pm. Arboretum Naturalists should be available to volunteer for a minimum of 2 tours per month during the peak field trip season.
No experience is necessary; training is provided. Volunteers with a love of the outdoors and an interest in environmental education are encouraged to apply (all volunteers must pass a background check). Gain valuable experience working with children and teaching environmental education in an outdoor setting.
Two introductory training sessions are scheduled for mid-February on Monday, February 12, 1-3pm and Thursday, February 15, 10am-12pm. Each training session will be limited to 12 participants. Please apply online at https://tinyurl.com/ArboretumNaturalists.
Questions? Please contact volunteer@hoytarboretum.org or (503) 823-1649.
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About Hoyt Arboretum Friends
Location:
4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221, US
Mission Statement
Hoyt Arboretum Friends brings people and trees together. We create meaningful learning experiences in a unique global tree collection that we nurture in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation.
Description
Hoyt Arboretum is Portland, Oregon’s museum of living trees. Located in Washington Park, the arboretum encompasses 189 ridge-top acres accessible by 12 miles of trails. More than 6,000 specimens from around the world grow here, including more than 2,000 species. To the local community, Hoyt Arboretum represents a unique setting for recreation and learning. To the world, Hoyt Arboretum is a critical partner in global conservation and scientific research. Hoyt Arboretum relies on the support of Hoyt Arboretum Friends, a membership-based nonprofit organization working in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4000 SW Fairview BlvdPortland, OR 97221
DATE POSTED
December 28, 2017
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Botany
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 tours per month