Description

Brookside Gardens is seeking volunteers to help visitors learn about the ecological importance of butterflies and teach them what they can do in their own backyards to help sustain these extraordinary insects.

Open April 1 to September 7, 2026.

Daily shifts from 9am-12pm and 12-3pm.
Minimum of 10 shifts required.

Apply today and we will schedule a phone interview with you to discuss more. You will be able to sign up for shifts after the initial interview.

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Family, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Seasonal (2-6 months)

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Description

Information Desk Assistants play a vital role in the operation of the Brookside Gardens Visitor Center serving as the primary greeters to the Gardens. They answer visitor inquiries and call attention to garden highlights on maps, answer the main phone line and redirect phone calls, provide up-to-date information on exhibits, seasonal highlights, driving directions and hours of operation.

This position involves periods of sitting and/or standing behind the Information Desk in 4-hour shifts.

We are seeking volunteers for shifts Monday-Sunday, 9am-1pm or 1-5pm. Minimum 3 shifts per month and one-year commitment required.

Minimum age of volunteers: 18

Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+)

Job Type: Long-term (6 months+)

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Description

Brookside Gardens is seeking Volunteer Camp Counselors for the Summer of 2026. Volunteers will assist with daily set-up, camp activities, and help supervise campers.

Volunteers must be available for the whole week of camp.

Art Adventures Camp
Dates: August 17 - August 21
Volunteer shift: 8am-4pm
Camper ages: 9 to 11

We will be in touch after you fill out an application to discuss the position and next steps.

Minimum age of volunteers: 14

Volunteer Type: Adult, Senior (55+), Youth, Student Service Learning

Job Type: Short-term (1-8 weeks)

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