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21 people are interested
DUKE GARDENS SEEKING SUMMER CAMP STUDENT VOLUNTEERS (16+ yrs.)
ORGANIZATION: Sarah P. Duke Gardens
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21 people are interested
Are you a high school student who enjoys mentoring young children and leading them in learning activities outdoors? We encourage you to apply to volunteer with Duke Gardens 2024 Summer Camp.
(You must be must be 16 years or older by June 2024 to apply! )
Summer camp volunteer duties: camp volunteers will assist the camp staff with a variety of tasks, including setting up and cleaning up activity supplies, leading small group activities, leading games, serving snack, organizing supplies, and acting as role models for the elementary school age camp participants.
Must be able to communicate with Gardens' staff, fellow volunteers, and campers with a friendly, positive attitude to ensure quality experience. Student volunteers must be punctual, able to stand, bend and kneel to perform duties in a various weather conditions, indoors and outdoors.
Times/days needed:
Volunteers will be needed any or all days listed below. Training is required and will be offered on Sat. June 1,2024 from 8:30am-1pm at Duke Gardens.
- June 10-14 Growing Scientists (rising K-2)-camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
- June 24-28 Growing Scientists (rising 3-5) -camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
- July 8-12 Eco Artist (rising K-2) -camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
- July 15-19 Eco Artist (rising 3-5) -camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
- July 22-26 Plant it, grow it, eat it (rising K-2) -camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
- July 29-August 2 Plant it, grow it, eat it (rising 3-5) -camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
- August 5-9 Things with Wings (rising K-2) -camp 9:00-1:00; aftercare 1:00-4:00pm
Interested in volunteering with our summer camp at Duke Gardens?: If you are a high school student who will be at least 16 years old by June 2024, please email GardensEducation@duke.edu to request a summer camp volunteer application.
More opportunities with Sarah P. Duke Gardens
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Sarah P. Duke Gardens
Location:
Duke University, 420 Anderson Street, Durham, NC 27708, US
Mission Statement
Sarah P. Duke Gardens creates and nurtures an environment in the heart of Duke University for learning, inspiration and enjoyment through excellence in horticulture.
Description
Sarah P. Duke Gardens is widely recognized as a premier public garden, providing extraordinary visitor experiences, horticultural artistry, leadership in conservation, and innovative programs. It plays a vital role in the life and values of Duke University and is a respite from the ordinary in a welcoming and beautiful setting.
Gardens need people to bring them to life, and people to nourish and pass them into future hands. Duke Gardens volunteers are that promise to the future. We cannot overstate the essential contribution volunteers make to the growth, purpose and beauty of the Gardens.
Expand your knowledge of the natural world and help each visitor find inspiration, enjoyment and a stronger connection to Duke Gardens. Volunteers bring their interests, energy, knowledge and passion to the Gardens, helping visitors by:
* offering information
* guiding tours and leading education programs
* maintaining gardens
* promoting membership
* enriching each visitor’s experience
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Sarah P. Duke GardensDuke University420 Anderson StreetDurham, NC 27708
DATE POSTED
April 2, 2024
SKILLS
- General Education
- Teaching / Instruction
- Child Care
- Environmental Education
- Gardening
- STEM
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- From June 1 - August 19, 2024. Mondays-Fridays (8:30 am - 1:30 pm OR 8:30 am-4:00 pm). Volunteers may sign up to assist any or all weeks of camp on the dates listed in description.
- Training is required and will be held on June 1, 2024 from 8:30am-1:00 pm at Duke Gardens.