Volunteer
Bring our mission to life.
Join us to build your relationship with the land and river. We welcome individual and group volunteering for a variety of projects throughout the year, with most opportunities between March and November.
All volunteers must register individually in order to complete our volunteer waiver.
Upcoming Volunteer Days
Ways to Volunteer
Outdoor Volunteers
We welcome volunteers for outdoor work with our horticulture, farm, and facilities staff on seasonal tasks like weeding, planting, cleaning, pruning, and light maintenance. No special skills or past experience is needed. Dress for working outdoors, and if you have them, bring work gloves and a water bottle. See our Calendar for volunteer days.
Boathouse Volunteers
Our boating programs are run by an amazing team of over 80 trained Boathouse Volunteers. Contact us to learn more.
Event Volunteers
We rely on occasional volunteers to support free public events, including movie nights, performances, and more. Volunteer needs for these events are indicated in their respective calendar entries.
Private Volunteer Groups & Team Retreats
For rates and availability for private group volunteering, please contact Sarah Adeniran at sadeniran@bartramsgarden.org. Learn more about hosting a private team retreat, including a volunteer experience.
Sankofa Community Farm Volunteers
Volunteering at the Sankofa Community Farm includes outdoor work in a spiritually centered setting. Learn more about how to prepare your body and your heart in this short video.
