Volunteering
   

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Why volunteer?
"I used to be a school teacher; I miss the kids. Combining my love of gardening and the outdoors with teaching seems like a great way to do something satisfying for myself and help Tyler." "Our family had so much fun at Pumpkin Days last year, I decided this year I'd like to get involved." "I'm too young to be totally retired. Could you use someone in the office one day a week?"
These are just some of the many reasons Tyler volunteers give for wanting to get involved. Fortunately, there are as many varieties of jobs as there are people to fill them. And we always need help! For a nonprofit organization like Tyler, volunteers are a vital resource that makes many of our programs and activities possible.

What can I do at Tyler?

	Our volunteer opportunities range from: working with the Grounds Department leading School Field Trip groups guiding visitors on hikes and rambles working in the Arboretum Shop and Visitor Center conducting tours of our historic buildings working as an office assistant pitching in for Special Events and fundraisers
Or call the Volunteer Coordinator at 610-566-9134, ext. 205, to find out about current needs including upcoming special events. Hours are flexible. You can volunteer weekly, for a special project, or for your favorite event - whatever suits your schedule.

Trail Day Photos

Tyler Arboretum Trail Day photos Next Trail Day - November 8, 2008, 8 am to noon. For more information on this project or to sign up, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, at 610-566-9143 ext 205 or

An invitation...

We invite you to join the dedicated group of volunteers who make Tyler Arboretum a very special place to visit. As a Tyler Volunteer you will receive:
	A 15% discount in the Arboretum Shop 1 free admission pass when you begin volunteering, and 2 more passes for every 25 hours of volunteer service A free subscription to our quarterly newsletter, Tyler Topics An invitation to a special Volunteer Appreciation Event each year  Specialized training and instruction A chance to explore new career directions The opportunity to make new friends The satisfaction of knowing you contribute to something you believe in!
If you are interested in becoming a Tyler volunteer, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 610-566-9134, ext. 205