There are always
many projects and events going on at River Farm that need
the expertise and presence of volunteers. Here are some
current volunteer opportunities and some on the horizon:
HORTICULTURAL
ASSISTANT
Work in our
gardens with our professional
Horticultural Staff, mulching,
planting, weeding, preparing beds and other gardening
chores. Year-round, weather permitting.
ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT
Working in our
offices, data entry, word
processing, filing, typing, envelope stuffing and other
general office
activities. Computer skills would be greatly appreciated.
EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
Help in the publications
department, which includes The American Gardener magazine
and various book projects. Basic computer skills are
appreciated.
VOLUNTEER
COORDINATOR ASSISTANT
Contact
potential volunteers and recruit
from area garden clubs and
volunteer organizations for special projects and
ongoing AHS needs.
SPECIAL AND
ONGOING EVENTS
SEED EXCHANGE
PROGRAM
Clean,
catalogue, package seeds and assist in filling orders
(November - March)
ANNUAL FALL
FUNDRAISING EVENT
The AHS's gala is held in September at River Farm.
Volunteers are needed for planning, preparations, and a
variety of tasks..
If you are
interested in volunteering, in any capacity, at River Farm,
please contact the AHS at (703) 768-5700.
7931 East Boulevard Drive - Alexandria VA 22308
(V) 703.768.5700 - Toll Free: 1.800.777.7931
(F) 703.768.8700 - Publications Fax: 703.768.7533
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webmaster@ahs.org.
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