Volunteers

Image of a group of volunteers planting new plants in the UC Davis Arboretum.

2023 Volunteer Recruitment

  • Tue, December 13, 2022
In 2023, we are seeking new volunteers to join our gardening volunteer teams. Trainings will be offered in winter and include a combination of expert instruction and hands-on projects. Space is limited. Applications are due by January 16, 2023.
Image of multiple raised planting beds in Terry Davison's backyard.

About My Garden

  • by Terry Davison, Arboretum Enthusiast, Volunteer and Donor
  • Mon, August 01, 2022
Terry Davison, south Davis resident, describes the evolution of her front and backyard landscapes.
Image of 5 nursery caretakers at the Arboretum Teaching Nursery.

Nursery Caretakers

  • by Ann Filmer
  • Wed, July 27, 2022
A small group of volunteer nursery caretakers at the UC Davis Arboretum Teaching Nursery transplant up to 300 seedlings and cuttings a week. Most of the plants they propagate are offered for sale to the public at the Friends of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden seasonal plant sale fundraisers.
Volunteers in PPE at the Arboretum and Public Garden

Volunteers get green light to come back!

  • Mon, April 26, 2021

Last week, during National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we were thrilled to once again welcome community volunteers back to the landscapes and nursery. This comes after our Arboretum and Public Garden volunteer program was put on hiatus over a year ago due to pandemic-related campus health and safety restrictions.

A picture of Don McBride.

McBride Family Legacy Lives On

  • by Suzanne Ullensvang
  • Mon, March 09, 2020
Don McBride likes digging in the dirt... and giving back to his community. Those interests have led to his passion for volunteering with and supporting the Arboretum and Public Garden!

Resolve to get outside, make a difference

  • by Sienna Mata
  • Fri, December 27, 2019
The UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden is looking for volunteers! This could be your chance to not only work with nature, give back to the community and connect with new people, but also receive expert instruction and an opportunity to be involved hands-on projects that improve the local and regional environment. Deadline to apply is Friday, January 17, 2020.
Image of UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden volunteers in the Good Life Garden.

2019 Volunteer Recruitment

  • Wed, December 19, 2018
We are seeking new volunteers to join our gardening, plant sale support and land stewardship volunteer teams. Applications are due Friday, January 18. Space is limited. Apply now!
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