Volunteer for the love of nature, to learn about our local environment, or because you need service hours.  The Thielke Arboretum has many opportunities.

Docents/Ambassador:
Docent Volunteers give educational talks, and act as tour guides for both children and adults at the Arboretum. Whether conducting a tour for adults, or sharing educational knowledge with children’s groups, docents share their love and knowledge of this beautiful natural environment and heighten awareness and importance of the need to conserve nature with others. 
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Docent applicants must be 18 or older and participate in an ongoing free training program instructed by the Arboretum Education Team.  Docents do not need a background in biology, science or teaching.  You just need a love of nature, a desire to give back and help others, and an enjoyment in being with other like-minded individuals. 

​Ambassador Volunteers will welcome visitors and answer questions about the arboretum and beautiful Environmental Education Center, when it is open to the public at selected times.

If you are interested but have questions, please contact the Docent Coordinator, Laura DeFlora  or Ambassador Coordinator Jennifer O'Toole.  Learn more about the Arboretum School Programs and Events.  Please sign up today! 

Docent and or Ambassador

Thank you for volunteering.  Please read our policies and complete the form.