ADULT SPRING PLANT SALE VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
What are the different volunteer opportunities? We provide on-the-job training with guidance to help you utilize and increase your skills. You’ll have fun and meet other people who love plants, people, education and the environment.
Greenhouse & Garden Assistant – Birmingham Botanical Gardens has more than 25 specialty gardens and woodland areas, representing the best of
Tour Guide – Work as a docent, giving weekday tours of The Gardens for visiting groups from around the neighborhood, state or nation.
School Programs – Volunteer as an education docent and lead one of our Discovery Field Trips for elementary age school children or assist an Advanced Placement Biology lab. Teen volunteers are encouraged to assist our Children’s Summer Workshops.
Discovery Cart Attendant – Facilitate educational activities for families in The Gardens utilizing the Discovery Cart.
Library Assistant – Help patrons find materials and assist the circulation desk.
Horticultural Therapy - Assist the instructor guide clients through propagating and maintaining their plants, enjoying flower crafts and visiting other areas of The Gardens as a means of reaching social, emotional, cognitive or physical therapy goals.
Garden Greeter – Provide visitors with information on activities and facilities at The Gardens.
Office Assistant – Assist with a variety of office tasks including copying, filing, data entry, class registrations, etc.
Special Events – Events help increase funding while raising public awareness of the programs and activities of The Gardens. Volunteer at one of our many great events! Spring & Fall Plant Sale, Earth Day at The Gardens, Family Fun Day, Antiques at The Gardens and HollyDay Magic are just a few of the great events with which adult and teen volunteers can be involved.