The North Carolina Arboretum has many volunteer opportunities which include interpretive guiding in the gardens, greenhouse and trails, grounds maintenance, assisting staff in areas such as nursery, bonsai and interior plantings, visitor services as well as clerical and library support. The Arboretum is located on a beautiful 426-acre site southwest of Asheville. If interested in volunteering, call Patty Lyons at 665-2492. World Market Place helps low income craftpersons in developing nations by marketing their handicrafts. They need volunteers to be sales clerks, to unpack merchandise, stock shelves and help with inventory.
Training is provided.
Call 254-8374 for more information. In addition, the United Way is now supporting a new Volunteer Center which matches an individual's skills and interests with community needs. There are many opportunities for you to share your time and talents. Below are listed just a few. The Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education is looking for volunteers.