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The success of the Arboretum and many of its programs depends upon the involvement of a growing number of dedicated volunteers. Volunteers lend their special talents to a variety of tasks that support the Arboretum. We strive to place qualified applicants into rewarding positions based upon their talents and interests. New volunteers are always welcome to join our program.

How to Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering at the Arboretum, please fill out the volunteer application and submit it to the Arboretum office. If you would like additional information about any of the volunteer opportunities or would like to schedule a volunteer project for your group, please contact Arboretum Director Amy Parrella at 845-758-7179 or email [email protected].

Benefits and Positions

  • Volunteer Benefits
    • Receive a complimentary individual one-year Arboretum membership
    • Receive Quercus, the Arboretum’s newsletter that provides you with campus landscape updates, useful horticultural information, and gardening trends
    • Receive invitations to special events, tours, and other occasions
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  • Volunteer Positions
    The following volunteer opportunities are available:
    • Arboretum Photographer
    • Arboretum Adult Program Tour Guide
    • Arboretum Children's Program Tour Guide
    • Membership Table Assistant
    • Plant Curator
    • Public Program Administration Assistant
    • Public Program Assistant
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Landscape & Arboretum Program at Bard College

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PO Box 5000
30 Campus Road
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504-5000

E-mail: [email protected] 
Phone: 845-752-LEAF (5323)
 
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Arboretum Hours: 
The Bard Arboretum is open to the public from dawn
to dusk every day. 

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.