Volunteer Experiences at the Arboretum

VOLUNTEERS provide most of the specialized care of woody plants and flower displays, such as planting, fertilizing and pruning.  Utilities and general maintenance of the Arboretum are provided by the City of Lubbock.

 VOLUNTEERS promote the support, maintenance, and expansion of the Arboretum and its mission by their talents and enthusiasm.

 VOLUNTEERS plan and conduct regularly scheduled programs, special celebrations, projects and tours for adults and children on the Arboretum grounds.

 VOLUNTEERS maintain the Interpretive Center, which houses the Arboretum office, meeting rooms and unique Gift Shop.

 VOLUNTEERS take special programs out to civic groups and other community agencies, circulate informative materials and cooperate closely with other organizations having the same interests.

 As the Arboretum is viewed more and more as a botanical asset to the City of Lubbock, more and more volunteers are needed. Do any of the following pursuits offer challenges that you would like to accept?

Hosts - To welcome visitors with hospitality and refreshments at receptions, programs and meetings.  Costs of refreshments for large groups borne by the Arboretum Foundation. Interpretive Center. 

Tour Guides - To lead guests, including garden club and church groups, school classes, scouts and others through the Arboretum.  Scripts and practice times provided, which will make you sound like an expert. 

Outdoor only.

 Gardeners - To work with expert horticulturists from Texas Tech and the landscape and nursery industry to keep the Arboretum blossoming with beautiful, healthy trees and flowers.  Flexible schedules to suit your time requirements.

Outdoor only.

 Speakers - To present a 30-minute Arboretum slide show to service clubs and civic groups, to garden clubs and other volunteer agencies.  Script and practice time provided under the guidance of Arboretum Board members. 

Off Grounds.

 Helpers - To prepare Arboretum publications for mailing, design publicity items for local newspapers and TV stations, and mail memberships and special program notices to the public.

Interpretive Center.