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36 people are interested
Love trails, trees and travelers? Volunteers needed!
ORGANIZATION: Hoyt Arboretum Friends
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36 people are interested
Hoyt Arboretum is Portland’s museum of living trees. People from across the Metro area - and from around the world - enjoy exploring the arboretum’s 6,000 trees along 12 miles of walking trails. Hoyt Arboretum’s Visitor Center is the first stop for most of these visitors, and Visitor Services Representatives are their first point of contact. Volunteers represent Hoyt Arboretum by providing information to the public and by promoting a positive experience for each visitor.
Several shifts are currently available on both weekdays and weekends. Volunteers are encouraged to volunteer for a minimum of 2 shifts per month or sign on for a regular weekly shift. Visitor Services Representatives are encouraged to be available for a 6-month commitment.
Training is provided. Please email volunteer@hoytarboretum.org for the complete volunteer position description.
Hoyt Arboretum is Portland's living museum of trees located on 189-ridge top acres in Washington Park. The Visitor Center is located at 4000 SW Fairview Blvd. For more information about Hoyt Arboretum, please visit hoytarboretum.org.
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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
June 11, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3-4 hours/shift
- 6-month commitment