Goal of Position : Teach scientific concepts to students in an                               outdoors / natural setting.

Sample Activities

• Lead nature walks
• Conduct and supervise activities related to school programs (i.e., bird adaptation, parts of plants, ecosystems, etc.

Timeframe :

Number of Volunteers: Open
Length of Commitment: Year round
Estimated Total Hours:approximately 2 hours per                                        program
Scheduling: When groups are scheduled
(Usually 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. , weekdays)

Worksite : Cylburn Arboretum grounds

Qualifications Sought :

• Willingness to work with children
• Knowledge or interest in nature (general or specialty area)
• Ability to be outside and lead walking tours
• Patience - not easily flustered

Requirements :

• Must be available for a scheduled program with 1 - 2 weeks notice
• Must successfully complete an onsite docent training program

Benefits :

• Helping teach another generation to care for their natural surroundings
• Meeting and working with people with similar interests

For Further Information, Contact:
Cylburn Arboretum Association Office at (410) 367-2217 or info@cylburnassociation.org.