Guadalupe River Park & Gardens
San Jose Heritage Rose Garden - Saturday Volunteers Needed!
Guadalupe River Park & Gardens, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Join us at the San Jose Heritage Rose Garden in Guadalupe River Park, where over 3,000 varieties of roses need your care and curiosity. As a volunteer, you'll help maintain this living museum, support environmental education, and keep this unique urban garden thriving. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just love being outdoors, your time will help beauty blossom in the heart of San Jose.
VOLUNTEER WORKDAY DETAILS
→ Date:
Every Saturday (weather permitting) → Time:
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM → Meeting Location:
The fenced rose garden shed (across from the Historic Orchard) →Parking:
425 Seymour St. San Jose, CA 95110 OR 438 Coleman Ave. San Jose, CA 95110 *The Coleman lot will have more parking available and will be a 10 minute walk to the rose garden. →Sign-Up:
https://forms.gle/FKYH9PgMV7fBQTvx7 *PRE-REGISTRATION THROUGH GOOGLE FORM IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND . Possible Tasks:
weed removal, planting, deadheading/pruning, mulching, other tasks, as necessary Getting Ready to Volunteer: Please arrive as close to 8:30 AM as possible so that we can get you checked in via a contactless sign-in; workday instructions will follow check in . The minimum age to volunteer is 14 years old. Chaperones are required for individuals age 15 and under. Restrooms are a short walk from the Orchard. Please bring a full, reusable water bottle. Light water and snacks will be provided. Closed-toed shoes and clothes you are comfortable getting dirty are essential. We highly recommend wearing sunscreen and bringing a hat. We provide all necessary tools and have gloves to borrow for the workday. If you prefer to use your own gloves, feel free to bring them to the event. Inclement weather may cancel this event; we will contact you should conditions require the event to be postponed. In addition, please note that: We are unable to accommodate drop-ins if the event is sold out. School groups and corporate teams must contact the Volunteer Coordinator in advance to schedule events. 1 shift available: This is an ongoing Saturday workday opportunity. Sign up for Saturday dates that work for you!: 08:30 to 11:30 PST
Every Saturday (weather permitting) → Time:
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM → Meeting Location:
The fenced rose garden shed (across from the Historic Orchard) →Parking:
425 Seymour St. San Jose, CA 95110 OR 438 Coleman Ave. San Jose, CA 95110 *The Coleman lot will have more parking available and will be a 10 minute walk to the rose garden. →Sign-Up:
https://forms.gle/FKYH9PgMV7fBQTvx7 *PRE-REGISTRATION THROUGH GOOGLE FORM IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND . Possible Tasks:
weed removal, planting, deadheading/pruning, mulching, other tasks, as necessary Getting Ready to Volunteer: Please arrive as close to 8:30 AM as possible so that we can get you checked in via a contactless sign-in; workday instructions will follow check in . The minimum age to volunteer is 14 years old. Chaperones are required for individuals age 15 and under. Restrooms are a short walk from the Orchard. Please bring a full, reusable water bottle. Light water and snacks will be provided. Closed-toed shoes and clothes you are comfortable getting dirty are essential. We highly recommend wearing sunscreen and bringing a hat. We provide all necessary tools and have gloves to borrow for the workday. If you prefer to use your own gloves, feel free to bring them to the event. Inclement weather may cancel this event; we will contact you should conditions require the event to be postponed. In addition, please note that: We are unable to accommodate drop-ins if the event is sold out. School groups and corporate teams must contact the Volunteer Coordinator in advance to schedule events. 1 shift available: This is an ongoing Saturday workday opportunity. Sign up for Saturday dates that work for you!: 08:30 to 11:30 PST