Volunteers
Volunteers contribute hugely to the running of the GRBG. In fact a fair portion of the work achieved at the GRBG over the years has been through the dedicated efforts of the Volunteers. Financially the GRBG cannot employ a large staff therefore much of the work accomplished is augmented volunteers.
How to become a volunteer!
The GRBG is always in need of, and welcomes new volunteers. Predominantly a person of any age, race or gender can become a volunteer, provided they are friendly and willing to help the GRBG initiative. We have different sectors in the Organization which enjoy volunteer help and new volunteers can choose a sector which best fits their individual skills and passion. The sectors are as follows:
Herbarium:
Herbarium volunteers work on Tuesday mornings from 09h00-12h00. These Volunteers are responsible for, amongst other things, the following:
- Mounting and Identifying plant specimens
- Filing specimens into the Quick Guides
- Indexing Magazines and Photos
- Labelling specimens
- Maintaining of botanic Library
Garden Volunteers
Garden Volunteers work predominantly outdoors; this team of ladies can often be found weeding, pruning, planting and generally maintaining the gardens. Their favourite spot is the Medicinal Mound, which they largely keep free of weeds and other pests without the help of GRBG staff. Thank you ladies!!!
Nursery Volunteers
The nursery volunteers usually work on Monday and Friday mornings. This group of volunteers work specifically in the GRBG nursery, propagating and caring for the nursery plants.
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Jobs include:
- Watering
- Labelling
- Making Cuttings
- Collecting and propagating seeds
- Re potting and planting
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please feel free to contact our offices at (044) 8741558 or email www.scherb@pixie.co.za
