LGL Volunteer Information
Volunteering at LGL
The Learning Gardens Laboratory could not function without the dedication and participation of our partners. Indeed, collaborative effort, volunteerism and dialogue are the backbone of LGL’s historical, current and future progress. In a time when financial resources are scarce and the primary needs of our community grow, we can model sustainable partnerships as well as sustainability education, sustainable agriculture, and best environmental practices. The spirit of cooperation and service is what makes LGL tick.
Interested in volunteering at LGL? We’d love to have you!
Before serving, our volunteers are required to attend a volunteer orientation. The purpose of the orientation is two-fold: first, we want to get to know you, and develop an understanding of why you’ve decided to join us in our efforts so that we can make your time here meaningful, productive, and informative. Second, LGL is a big place with a lot going on. You will be given a tour and educated on our best-practice protocols. These include things like where tools are kept and stored, how to clean them, gardening practices, communicating with volunteer leaders, and much more.
Please click here
to read the Volunteer Handbook.
Earth Day Celebration
Please join us for our annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday April 21st from 11am-1pm. The event is free and open to the public. Community members are invited to attend this family-friendly event that will include educational booths and workshops on gardening and sustainable living for both children and adults. The event will also include free food, live music, children’s activities, a plant give away, and door prizes.
If you would like to volunteer for our Earth Day event on April 21, please contact Olivia Webster at oliviawebster@gmail.com
Volunteer hours for spring term 2012:
Mondays 10am-12pm (open drop-in volunteer time)
Thursdays 10am-12pm (open drop-in volunteer time)
If you have not yet volunteered at LGL, please arrive at the start time for a 20-minute orientation. If you have already attended an LGL orientation, feel free to stop by anytime during the open hours to volunteer.
Work Parties:
Saturday, April 14 11am-2pm
Saturday, May 12, 11am-2pm
Saturday, June 2. 11am-2pm
For questions contact LGL volunteer coordinator, Michelle, at: lglvolunteer@gmail.com.
The LGL is located in SE Portland on 60th Ave across from Brentwood Park between Duke and Flavel. 6801 SE 60th Ave.
