Teach, interpret, plant, enjoy! Volunteer Opportunities
The Arboretum’s volunteers are a committed, energetic, and talented group involved in all aspects of the Arboretum— from maintenance to program development, from propagation to fundraising. They generously donate their skills, knowledge, and experience and are essential to the Arboretum’s smooth operation. As a young not-for-profit organization with a small staff, the Arboretum could not offer its current programs, events, and activities without volunteers. Their contributions make an important and significant difference. For more information about volunteer opportunities, contact Ginna Tiernan, Adult Program Coordinator, at 410-634-2847, ext. 27 or gtiernan@adkinsarboretum.org.
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Left to right: William D. Jason, Jr., Allison Yates, Jon Ingersoll
William D. Jason, Jr. recently joined Allison’s team and specializes in caring for the Arboretum goat herd. Generous and thoughtful, he enlightened the staff to his Zen-like way early on by gently suggesting that a new goat—a bit of a bully— not be named Cruella. Instead, he advised that she might be misunderstood. William is also instrumental in cleaning up tree cones from the State Highway Administration forest mitigation planting along Eveland Road. Look for William driving a golf cart as he travels through the Arboretum and clears the walking paths of woody debris.
Maryland Master Naturalist Program Coming This Fall The Arboretum will offer the Maryland Master Naturalist Program for the Coastal Plain this fall. This program engages Eastern Shore citizens as stewards of Maryland’s natural resources and ecosystems through science-based education and volunteer service in their communities. First offered in 2011, Maryland Master Naturalist training also serves as the Arboretum docent training program.
Master Naturalist Jon Ingersoll also joined Allison’s team recently. Jon travels from Vienna to clear vines and brush from around the 44 trees highlighted in the Arboretum’s new Tree Brochure. His work will help visitors identify the native trees highlighted on this new walking tour.
Participants will learn about Maryland’s natural history, flora and fauna, principles of ecology, human interaction with the landscape, the science of science, and teaching and interpretation. Following completion of the program, trainees must complete 40 hours of volunteer work for the host.
Many thanks to these super volunteers for keeping high standards at the Arboretum and for meeting the promise to visitors of a rewarding visit.
Contact Ginna Tiernan at gtiernan@adkinsarboretum.org for more information.
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