Volunteer Summer Camp Assistants Thank you for your interest in volunteering with VanDusen’s Summer Camps! You will have lots of fun helping kids learn, explore, and play in the Garden. Each day will include a balance of games, crafts, lessons, and activities, with as much time spent outside as possible. Benefits Valuable experience working with children and learn about ecology, sustainability, gardening, and more Learn new skills such as group management, interpretation, and team work Volunteer hours Mentorship opportunities are also available Free entry to explore the VanDusen Botanical Gardens during the volunteer work term. Responsibilities Assist Camp Leaders to prepare and conduct nature-based activities, indoors and out, regardless of weather Assist in providing a fun, welcoming, safe, and secure environment for all campers Preparing and cleaning up camp activities Time Commitment Weekly summer camps begin on Tuesday, July 4th and will run until Friday, August 25th. Volunteers can choose from the following (at minimum): Work EVERY morning or afternoon from 8:45am-12:30pm or 12:15-4:15pm for one week (Mon-Fri) Work one regular weekly morning or afternoon shift throughout the summer: 8:45am-12:30pm or Orientation and Training place on Tuesday June 27th from 4:30pm - 8:00pm. Qualifications A clear criminal record check Punctual and dependable Comfortable spending time outdoors in all weather Enthusiastic and fun! If you are interested in signing up please contact: Chantal Martin Youth Programs Coordinator Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association Telephone: 604.257.8443 Email:
Volunteer Summer Camp Assistants Thank you for your interest in volunteering with VanDusen’s Summer Camps! You will have lots of fun helping kids learn, explore, and play in the Garden. Each day will include a balance of games, crafts, lessons, and activities, with as much time spent outside as possible. Benefits Valuable experience working with children and learn about ecology, sustainability, gardening, and more Learn new skills such as group management, interpretation, and team work Volunteer hours Mentorship opportunities are also available Free entry to explore the VanDusen Botanical Gardens during the volunteer work term. Responsibilities Assist Camp Leaders to prepare and conduct nature-based activities, indoors and out, regardless of weather Assist in providing a fun, welcoming, safe, and secure environment for all campers Preparing and cleaning up camp activities Time Commitment Weekly summer camps begin on Tuesday, July 4th and will run until Friday, August 25th. Volunteers can choose from the following (at minimum): Work EVERY morning or afternoon from 8:45am-12:30pm or 12:15-4:15pm for one week (Mon-Fri) Work one regular weekly morning or afternoon shift throughout the summer: 8:45am-12:30pm or Orientation and Training place on Tuesday June 27th from 4:30pm - 8:00pm. Qualifications A clear criminal record check Punctual and dependable Comfortable spending time outdoors in all weather Enthusiastic and fun! If you are interested in signing up please contact: Chantal Martin Youth Programs Coordinator Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association Telephone: 604.257.8443 Email:
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