The New England Wild Flower Society is looking for volunteers for the 2015 spring/summer season. Volunteering is an opportunity to enjoy nature, develop new skills, and make new friends.

Volunteer opportunities range from guiding to gardening to office work and plant conservation. Currently, NEWFS is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to join the Garden Guide program, touring children and adults through Garden in the Woods. The Society is looking for friendly and outgoing volunteers who want to educate others on the beauty and importance of native plants.

Garden Guides lead both scheduled and informal drop-in tours during the Garden’s open season, from April 12 to October 31. Adult Guides may lead just weekday tours or just weekend tours, or they may sign-up to do both. Children’s Guides lead tours only during the week. Guide Training is provided, and begins on March 19 for Children’s Garden Guides, on March 21 for Weekend Adult Garden Guides, and on March 23 for Weekday Adult Guides.

Guides enjoy opportunities to learn, to grow as individuals, to share with others who have similar interests, to enjoy a beautiful setting, and to contribute to the cause of native plant conservation. Special programs are offered free to volunteers such as garden tours, lectures, workshops, and brown-bag lunches.

If you are interested in becoming a Garden Guide, or have an interest in our other volunteer opportunities, please contact the Director of Public Programs, education@newenglandwild.org, 508-877-7630 ext. 3302.