Explore the Island of Arboreta - Volunteers needed to oversee each location
Newport is home to more accredited arboreta than any other city in the world. The Newport Tree Conservancy invites you to tour five private Newport residences that have earned Level 1 Arboretum Accreditation from ArbNet. Tours will be self-guided. Informational maps will be available on-site and arboreta address will be provided after check-out.
Volunteer duties include: Checking in pre-registered people, accepting donations, and keeping count of entrants to avoid over-crowding. You will be assigned to an arboretum and will receive additional information about your shift after signing up.
The following arboreta will be open for tours:
Peace Pocket
Second Wind
Maher a Lago
Weetamoe
Pax et Bonum
Somershome
