Plant Propagation Committee; work closely with GBG staff to asses plants desired for the spring plant sale and propagate tem in a timely manner. Training: ongoing as new plants need propagating. Time Commitment: Varies depending on time of year. Likely more hours in spring and fall than at any other time.

Horticulture Assistants; assist in planting and maintaining the outdoor gardens: transplanting, watering, weeding, pruning, fruit and vegetable harvesting, collecting and cleaning seeds, etc. Assistants may also collect data and maintain records of research plots. Training: introductory workshop; Time Commitment: 3 hours per week mid May through mid September; variable through the winter.

Greenhouse Assistants; work in the horticulture greenhouse maintaining a large collection of ornamental flowering and foliage plants, propagating plants, assisting in the production of vegetable and flower bedding plants including plug production, transplanting, fertilizing and organic pest control. Training: Introductory workshop; Time Commitment: 3 hours per week in spring, variable in summer and winter.

Gift Shop and Plant Sales Assistants; sell merchandise, inventory stock, price and display items, operate the cash register, and provide general information to the public on the gardens, volunteer and membership opportunities; and other university programs. Volunteers at the surplus plant sale prepare plants for sale, prepare plant identification and price tags, help move plants to the sales area, assist the public in answering questions about plants, and maintain the cash box. Training: Introductory workshop and sales workshop; Time Commitment: 3 hours per week mid May through mid September; variable through the winter. Extra volunteers are needed for the annual plant sale from mid April to the first Saturday in May.

Library Assistants; assist in maintaining a collection of books and publications relating to horticulture and assist patrons in locating information. Training: individual training as needed; Time Commitment: 3 hours per month.

Landscape Construction and Maintenance Assistants; assist in the design, construction, and maintenance of interpretive signs, benches, decks, garden paths, planting beds, irrigation systems, rock walls, trellises, etc. Skills in carpentry, painting, construction, and design are especially needed. Training: general introductory workshop; Time Commitment: 3 hours per month.

Education and Tourism Assistants; assist in coordinating and promoting educational programs and tours of the garden. Responsibilities may include organizing the annual class schedule, giving tours and classes, developing educational programs for children, and coordinating programs with local schools and child care centers. Training: general introductory workshop, education workshop, and attend two GBG classes per year free of charge; Time Commitment: 3 hours per week in summer, varies in winter.

Special Events Coordinator; coordinate events, generate publicity and educational programs to promote the Garden. Training: general introductory workshop; Time Commitment: Varies with the event.

Office and Data Processing Assistants; work in a variety of areas providing assistance in computer record keeping and data entry, preparing bulk mailings and public service announcements, developing interpretive signs and labels for GBG programs. Training: general introductory workshop; Time Commitment: 3 hours per week in summer, varies in winter.

Fundraising Committee; assists in developing a fund raising program that will lead to a permanent endowment for the Garden. Responsibilities include direct mailings and coordination of activities such as raffles, educational programs, etc. Training: general introductory workshop; Time Commitment: Varies with event.

University Credit for Work Experience; earn college credit for work experience in certain programs of the botanical garden by completing an independent study program called Horticulture Practicum. Credits vary with the time commitment but generally involve 4 hours per week for 15 weeks (60 hours total) for each credit. Inquire for details.

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