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Garden Volunteer (year-round)

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ORGANIZATION: Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park/Florida State Parks

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Enjoy one of Florida's most beautiful state parks while volunteering at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, located in the heart of Tallahassee, FL. We are seeking reliable local volunteers to join our garden crew.

Examples of assigned tasks include:

  • Pruning and weed pulling
  • Debris pickup
  • Vine pulling and removal
  • Watering and planting
  • Mowing
  • Spread pine-straw and mulch
  • Greenhouse work

Please indicate on your application any special skills or training you have that would be relevant to this position, including:

  • Prior landscape experience
  • Knowledge of irrigation systems
  • Ability to identify plant species

We ask that volunteers in this position work a minimum of one 4 to 5-hour shift per week, preferably on the same day and time each week.

You will be provided a Volunteer T-shirt and a nametag. Upon completion of your first 50 hours, you will receive a free entrance pass to the park you currently serve and 6 visits for you and your family to any other state park. Upon completion of 250 hours, you will receive a special volunteer annual pass for you and your family to any Florida State Park. Join us in all park staff gatherings (i.e., potlucks, celebrations, holiday parties, etc.) and the annual district Volunteer Appreciation gathering.

49 Shifts

  • Tue Jul 08, 2025 - 08:00 AM to 01:00 PM EST - Spots available: 10+
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About Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park/Florida State Parks

Location:

3540 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309, US

Mission Statement

The mission of the Florida Park Service is to provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.

Description

The ornamental gardens at Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park bloom in memory of both the Maclay family and the African-American communities who were the once stewards of this land.

The park is home to the picturesque 28-acre ornamental gardens, first planted in 1923 by the Maclay family. Lake Hall provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Hikers, bicyclists and equestrians can enjoy six miles of shared-use trails and five miles of designated biking trails winding through the woods surrounding Lake Overstreet. It takes a crew of dedicated staff and volunteers to keep this unique park beautiful for our visitors from all over the world!

At Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, we utilize volunteers to assist with maintenance, events, visitor services, and interpreting the park and its history. If you're a people person, you'd be a great fit for our Ranger Station or Visitor Center. If you have a green thumb, the gardens and trails always need attention. If you're handy with tools, come help us with maintenance projects. There's something for just about everyone!

CAUSE AREAS

Environment
Sports & Recreation
Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 49 shifts

WHERE

3540 Thomasville RoadTallahassee, FL 32309

(30.51283,-84.24474)
 

DATE POSTED

June 17, 2025

SKILLS

  • Landscaping
  • Botany
  • Gardening
  • Horticulture
  • Environmental Science
  • Problem Solving

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4-5 hours/week
  • Ability to withstand exposure to the outdoors including heat, cold, inclement weather, biting/stinging insects; ability to lift at least 20 lbs.

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 20
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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