Volunteer Opportunity Details:
| Last updated on May 15, 2009 |
PURPOSE:
Care for an assigned plot through the growing season. Assist with planting if you are available when the staff schedules your plot. Additional tasks include weeding, deadheading, and other assignments agreed upon by the Horticulturist and Adopt-a-Plot Chair.
QUALIFICATIONS
·Be physically able to kneel, bend and weed.
·Have an interest in caring for plants and expanding your knowledge of plants and gardening practices.
·Be willing to seek direction and guidance when necessary.
EXPECTATIONS:
·Select a definite area prior to, or during, Arbor Day at The Arboretum. An individual, organization or several persons may adopt the plot. Priority is given to the previous year’s “adopter”.
·Attend the Orientation Session for Volunteers and the scheduled session with the Adopt-a-Plot Chair.
·Maintain the plot on a regular basis once a week from May through the first week of October. One or two hours per week are usually necessary. Inform the chairperson if you will be on vacation or unable to keep this schedule.
·Clean up after your work, disposing of debris in designated area.
·Contact The Arboretum Horticulturist or Adopt-a-Plot Chair if you have questions or concerns (staking, insects, etc.).
·Keep a record of tasks performed and amount of time you have volunteered.
 This opportunity is sponsored by: The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden Of Kentucky
Volunteers will work with the following groups
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| Community as a Whole |
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We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Monthly |
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Weekdays |
| Occasional |
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Weekends |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adults (26-54) |
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Small Group (2-10) |
| Adults (55+) |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
| Large Group (11+) |
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This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests
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| Animals & Environment |
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Environmental |
| Community Development |
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Nonprofit Organization |
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We are looking for volunteers with the following skills
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| Landscaping |
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Address:
Directions:
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Located on Alumni Dr. in between the Big Blue water tower and the Greg Page Apartment complex. Also, across the road from the UK soccer and football fields.
Nearest Bus Stop: Nicholasville Rd., 10 minute walk |
Web Site: http://www.uky.edu/arboretum
| Last updated on May 15, 2009 |
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