Volunteer

Get Involved

“Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” – Lady Bird Johnson

The Gardens offer opportunities to get involved with the community, meet new people, & learn more about gardening in our mountain environment. Volunteers support the continued excellence of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens through their hard work & dedication. Below are just a few of the volunteer activities that support this great alpine treasure.
Thank you for your interest in helping the Gardens grow!

Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form, below, or email Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Jeri Powles jeri@bettyfordalpinegardens.org, for more information on getting involved.

Volunteer Form

Name *

First

Last

Email *

Phone *

Mailing Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

We communicate with our volunteers via email. Do you agree to receive emails on volunteer opportunities at the Gardens?

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Are you 18 years or over? *

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Have you volunteered with us before?

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No

Emergency Contact Name & Phone *

Please select all activities that interest you

Office Mailings (year-round as needed)
Gardening (Spring-Fall Monday & Thursday 9-12pm)
Chefs in the Gardens (Summer - 6 cooking demos on Thursdays from 11-2)
Research Projects (year-round as needed)
Front Desk Greeter - Customer Service (year-round ; 2 - 3 hours at a time)
Docent (public and private tours - training provided)
Events (as needed)
Gift Shop (Customer Service)

Tell us more! Why are you interested in volunteering at the Gardens? Anything else we should know?

I accept the invitation of Betty Ford alpine Gardens to participate in volunteer activities on and off the Gardens’ premises. Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is a 501c3 nonprofit charitable organization. By participating in its volunteer activities, it is my intention to donate both my time and expertise for the charitable purposes of the organization. I am aware that injuries may occur to participants in indoor and outdoor activities, and it is my intention to fully assume the risk of any such injuries, disabilities, and expenses, including the possibility of an accident resulting in death. I also understand that my participation in these volunteer activities is dependent upon my knowing these risks and voluntary execution of this release. It is my intention to waive and relinquish any claims, which I might have against Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, its officers, directors, agents, or employees in the event that I should sustain an injury, whether minor or severe, disabling and/or terminal. I understand and acknowledge that should I incur an injury as a result of my volunteer activities, I am solely responsible for any costs of medical expenses and that no coverage or insurance will be provided under any policy of insurance held by Betty Ford Alpine Gardens. I give Betty Ford Alpine Gardens permission to use photographs of volunteers that I may appear in for marketing purposes.* *

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Volunteer Gardening

Dig in the Dirt with Us

Mondays and Thursdays

Enjoy the magnificent surroundings of the gardens, learn more about growing plants in altitude & make remarkable friends.

We provide tools, gloves and gardening training. Dress comfortably for the weather conditions, wear sunscreen and a hat. Be sure to bring a water bottle.

Monday and/or Thursday mornings between 9:00 a.m. and noon. Volunteers meet at the tool cabin at the top of the Gardens; No sign-up necessary. Come check it out!

Garden Guides & Ambassadors

Guide Guests through the Gardens

Summer

Share the beauty of the Gardens with visitors from around the world. No experience necessary – just a great attitude & desire to engage. Training is provided.

Guides are a vital part in creating a deeper experience for connecting our visitors with the natural world.

Public tours are Monday, Thursday & Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Private tour dates and times vary.

Garden Ambassadors host a table in the Gardens and share a deeper aspect of the organization’s work and engage visitors with the important work accomplished by the Gardens.

Education Center Host

Information Desk

Year-round

Meet & greet visitors & orient them to the Gardens. Interact with children and adults in a warm & inviting space with hands on activities. Act as an Exhibit Host. Help with side projects based on your interest. Should it be a slower day, catch up on your own reading or peruse our library while serving your community!

Other opportunities depending on time of the year: Seed cleaning, plant labeling, library cataloging, organizing, preparation of bulk mailings, and member stewardship.

Special Projects

Day of Event and Planning Projects

Summer

Throughout the year, volunteer help is needed for special garden events.

Some of the annual favorites include 3rd Grade Butterfly Launch and Chefs in the Gardens series.

Job descriptions for each event vary – day of event support, planning, logistics coordination.

See Current Project Needs

8-16-19 BFAG Mt Evans Alpine Collection Trip (40 of 48)

Community Service

Useful Public Service Program

Ongoing

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens participates in the Useful Public Service Program with Eagle County. If you have been referred to Betty Ford Alpine Gardens to complete your court ordered community service hours, complete the following information. Most of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens needs are from spring-fall and limited in the winter.

If you have additional questions after filling out this form, call Ellen (970)476-0103 x3 or Nick (970)476-0103×4.

Capital Projects

The Gardens is continuing to expand geographic collections and update Gardens. We are building an Outdoor Family Classroom and deepening our engagement into conservation in the alpine.

Tribute and Memory Gifts

Benches and tribute projects are available throughout the Gardens. 3 naming opportunities currently exist.

Sponsor a Specific Project

Project Sponsor

Lots of specific projects to sponsor:

Summer Exhibit

Children’s Garden

Education Projects

Garden Supplies

Internship Support

Gift a Membership

Gift Memberships

For the nature-lover in your life, the person who cares about conservation or that person that you really want to give a gift that says I care about what you care about it. You can purchase a year-long membership that connects them with the nature cause they love.

Volunteer

Get Involved

“Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” – Lady Bird Johnson

Volunteer Gardening

Dig in the Dirt with Us

Mondays and Thursdays

Garden Guides & Ambassadors

Guide Guests through the Gardens

Summer

Education Center Host

Information Desk

Year-round

Special Projects

Day of Event and Planning Projects

Summer

Community Service

Useful Public Service Program

Ongoing

Capital Projects

Capital Projects

Tribute and Memory Gifts

Tribute and Memory Gifts

Sponsor a Specific Project

Project Sponsor

Gift a Membership

Gift Memberships

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