A training course designed specifically for new guides is offered twice a year, beginning in September and March. 128 Library Library volunteers help with filing and cataloguing in the Arboretum's library in Gates Hall. Much of the work involves sorting, filing and shelving horticultural periodicals and new publications. More experienced library volunteers tackle cataloging and filing of archival material. Some library training is helpful.
Volunteers schedule their own time directly with the librarian.
Hours flexible but should include a block of at least three hours at a time. 134 Special Events Special Events volunteers assist at a wide variety of events including the Spring Plant Sale in May, the Big Tree Festival in October, lectures, concerts, receptions, and children's events. Activities range from guest reception and hosting to helping with children's arts and crafts activities to carpentry and traffic direction. Volunteers can participate in as many or as few events as they like. 109 Marketing Marketing volunteers are needed to work with the marketing staff on the promotion of the Arboretum.