Practical Tasks
We are often asked to take on tasks which are
required at short notice such as putting out
signs and chairs before an event or manning a
sales and information table. We also have an
active group which undertakes tasks within the
Arboretum itself. This could be removing stakes
or putting mulch round the plants to assist the
contractor. Apart from being of real help to the
Arboretum these tasks are nearly always
enjoyable!
Guides and Ushers
A large number of visitors and groups are now
visiting the Arboretum. Friends act as ushers
and guides both in the Arboretum itself and in
the Chapel. Guides are needed every day and for
special events, often at the weekends and in the
evenings. You can offer to do a regular slot or
come on an occasional basis. More volunteers
willing to do this would be a great help.
Training is given for this from an experienced
guide and regular updating walks are offered.
Publicity
It is very important for the Arboretum to be
publicised in general conversation. The
Arboretum needs to get groups and individuals
interested in gifts for trees, and we need to
help in spreading the word to encourage people
to come and visit.
Benefits
We hope that being a 'Friend' will be a benefit
in itself to those who join. The group organises
its own events throughout the year which have
included a Christmas walk, pub lunches, an
Epiphany Service in the Chapel, a visit to
Westonbirt Arboretum. (Ideas are always
welcome). A Newsletter is produced and sent out
quarterly to let members know what is going on
(see below).
Web Site
The "Friends of the Arboretum" have their own
web site, where members or potential members can
find further information. The web site contains
special features such as Forthcoming Events,
History of the Arboretum. The web site can be
found at
http://www.friendsofnma.org.uk
Membership
The cost of membership is £5.00 per person per
year to cover costs of postage and information.
If you think you would like to be a Friend,
please download a membership form, print it,
complete it and then return it to:
Membership
Secretary
24 Park Road, Alrewas
Staffs. DE13 7AG
Tel: 01283 791218
Email:
arboretum@dlaproduction.co.uk
Membership form
Download the membership form as a
Microsoft Word document, or
download the membership form as a
Adobe PDF.
If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader to
open the PDF file, you can download a free
version from the
Adobe website.
