Assistant Naturalist at UW Arboretum Earth Focus Day Camp 2026

Get Connected Icon Until Jul 24, 2026
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Description

Do you want to spend time outdoors this summer, helping kids explore and enjoy the natural world? Do you want to foster a love of the outdoors? Volunteer with the UW Arboretum's Earth Focus Day Camp!


Volunteers are needed to help the staff educators at the Arboretum's Earth Focus Day Camp in June, July, and August. Prospective assistant naturalists should enjoy interacting with children, have an interest in nature, and be excited and enthusiastic about participating in outdoor games, art, and music. Ability to deal with mosquitoes, hot weather, melting popsicles, and occasional crying a plus. Morning and afternoon shifts available.


All volunteers must attend an orientation session before volunteering. All adult volunteers must undergo a criminal background check before being accepted as volunteers with Earth Focus Day Camp.

Read more about the Assistant Naturalist role on our Volunteer Roles page. Send an inquiry for details on the schedule and application process.

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 14 and 17.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Jun 30, 2026
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Inclement Weather Plan: If there is inclement weather, camp activities will shift inside and continue on. Volunteers will still be needed.
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Location

Get Connected Icon UW-Madison Arboretum
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Madison, WI  53711