Special Events Volunteers, on-call

Special Events Volunteers, on-call

Interested in being involved with the implementation of exciting events and interacting with visitors in an upbeat and fun environment? We are actively looking for volunteers to join our special events roster. You will assist at Garden and community events by staffing information tables, working behind the scenes, greeting visitors, handing out programs and support…

Herbarium Volunteer

Herbarium Volunteer

The NTBG Herbarium houses approximately tens of thousands preserved plant specimens which serve as a reference collection of tropical plant life, with an emphasis on Polynesian, Micronesian and Melanesian. We are looking for individuals interested in learning more about collection and plant conservation to prepare and mount specimens for future study. This role would suit…

Nursery Handypersons

Nursery Handypersons

Conservation and Horticulture Center, McBryde Garden Do you have some skills as a handyperson? The NTBG Living Collections and Horticulture Department is looking for a few people to help maintain and construct infrastructure in our nursery (building tables for potting, basic assistance with irrigation systems, helping with general facility upkeep). Some basic handyperson skills are…

Forest Restoration Volunteer

Forest Restoration Volunteer

Limahuli Garden & Preserve You will be working in the heart of Limahuli Valley at our restoration project site helping to preserve the ‘aina of Kaua’i. You will be involved in planting and maintaining native Hawaiian plant restoration sites, invasive species removal, and trail maintenance. This work would suit someone in very good physical condition…

Visitor Center Docent

Visitor Center Docent

South Shore Visitors Center Want to share your aloha and love of the Garden by greeting and directing visitors when they arrive at the Visitors Center? Docents get to spend their time in the lovely Visitors Center Garden, welcoming visitors, answering general questions, and directing them to the tour check-in area, gift shop, and other…

Education Program Volunteers

Education Program Volunteers

Headquarters, McBryde, Allerton Interested in teaching our island keiki about the basics of plant life, ethnobotany, or the mystery of seeds? Our ʻIke Māla volunteer leaders* follow set curriculum while guiding school groups on a morning of adventure through the southshore gardens. Time commitment: ʻIke Māla volunteers average a 3-4 hour commitment 1-4 weekday mornings…

Horticulture Volunteer – North Shore

Horticulture Volunteer – North Shore

Limahuli Garden & Preserve Limahuli Garden and Preserve is dedicated to the conservation of native Hawaiian species, striving to perpetuate modern Hawaiian culture by encouraging community involvement and education. We welcome our volunteers to be involved in our preservation efforts through planting, weeding, watering, and general maintenance of rare and endangered species in our Garden….

Nursery Assistant

Nursery Assistant

Conservation and Horticulture Center, McBryde Garden We are looking for plant enthusiasts to help the Garden grow in our busy nursery facilities. Duties include: repotting plants, weeding, pot-washing, watering, inventory, and light maintenance. This is your chance to gain knowledge in plant care through hands-on training and supervision. Volunteers must have plant experience, preferably nursery…

Regenerative Organic Breadfruit Agroforest (ROBA) Assistant – South Shore

Regenerative Organic Breadfruit Agroforest (ROBA) Assistant – South Shore

McBryde Garden Agroforestry is a method of farming that integrates trees, shrubs, and other plants with crops and/or animals in ways that provide economic, environmental, and social benefits. Our ROBA is a model in sustainable and regenerative organic agriculture to promote food security and a healthy environment. This role would suit someone who is interested…