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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Docent: Tour Leader, Garden Ambassador or Visitor Center Greeter
ORGANIZATION: Anderson Japanese Gardens
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
1 person is interested
Support Anderson Japanese Gardens' mission by striving to enhance guest experience. Greet guests who come to the Garden; help guests interpret the map of the Garden; learn as much as possible about the Garden and Japanese culture to share more with the guests; Answer questions about various aspects of the Gardens, programs and events; provide tours of the Garden, sharing historical and scientific information about the Garden and Japanese culture.
Time Committment-a minimum of two 4-hour shifts in the Garden per month.
More opportunities with Anderson Japanese Gardens
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Anderson Japanese Gardens
Location:
318 SPRING CREEK RD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107, US
Mission Statement
In our hectic and stressful world, Anderson Japanese Gardens opens minds to a different culture while offering guests a place of peace and tranquility where they will find healing, renewal, inspiration, and a re-energized soul. With grace, elegance, and gentle awareness we exemplify the Japanese cultural heritage of respectful humility in service to people of all cultures.
Description
Anderson Japanese Gardens is one of the highest-rated Japanese Gardens in North America. Our twelve acres of winding paths lead past koi-filled ponds, cascading waterfalls, impeccable landscaping, and handcrafted structures. We provide a place of beauty, tranquility, inspiration, and renewal to tens of thousands of visitors every year.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Community
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
318 Spring Creek RoadRockford, IL 61107
(42.289272 ,-89.05883 )
DATE POSTED
November 15, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers serve as Garden Ambassadors, Tour Group Leaders, Visitor Center Greeters. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least two, four-hour shifts per month during the open season (May-October).
- Volunteers are asked to commit to 2-4 shifts per month.