New volunteers receive hands-on training through scheduled training sessions
and/or on-the-job experience throughout the year. Returning volunteers receive
opportunities to attend refresher training classes, as well as off-site fieldtrips.
Click here for Volunteer Training & Learning Opportunities.
Docents
- House
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- Lead 45 minute house tours
- Teach visitors about Harvey Ladew’s legacy
- Learn about Maryland history, antiques and collectibles
- Gardens
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- Lead one hour garden tours
- Give guided golf cart tours to visitors who otherwise would not
be able to experience the gardens
- Nature Walk
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- Lead Nature Walk tours
- Teach children and adults about nature
- Help maintain the trails
Garden Maintenance
- Help weed and maintain the Gardens and/or Nature Walk
- Work alongside Ladew’s professional garden staff
Children’s Programs
- Teach children to understand and respect nature
- Assist staff in conducting school field trips
- Help with Summer Nature Camps
Office Administration
Special Events
- Greet visitors and sell admissions and/or memberships
- Coordinate visitor parking
- Assist with children’s activities and crafts
Holiday Workshops
- Create wreaths and fresh arrangements for Ladew’s Holiday greens Sale
- Learn techniques to create your own decorations at home
These are just a sampling of the volunteer opportunities available.
For more information or to volunteer:
BY MAIL OR FAX: (Download Application Form)
BY PHONE OR EMAIL: Contact Heather Wilhelm at (410) 557-9570, ext. 211 or hwilhelm@ladewgardens.com
Top image: Copyright Helen Norman Photography.