Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden (MBBG) is a 501c3 non-profit public education organization. Our dedicated volunteers are trained in Earth-friendly gardening techniques. They teach water conservation for the home landscape, as well as how to install and care for our local California native plants in a manner that is fertilizer-free, pesticide-free, and herbicide-free. Providing a safe environment for birds, butterflies, insects, and other wildlife promotes the well-being of our entire community.
Volunteering takes place from 9:30am-11:30am on a drop-in basis every Friday morning, except around the November and December holidays.
Learn
- How to choose and plant California natives
- Earth-friendly gardening techniques
- How to attract and ID birds and butterflies
Do
- Plant
- Mulch
- Weed
- Sweep
Enjoy
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Exercise and fresh air
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Nature and wildlife
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Bringing friends
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Making new friends
Come Prepared
- Sunscreen
- Close-toed shoes like tennis shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Drinking water
- Hand tools (we provide what’s needed but you may bring your own if preferred)
** Download Volunteer Liability Release Form (PDF)
** All volunteers must sign a liability release form before participation.
** Forms are available in the garden, but bringing one filled out saves time.
** Children age 12 -17 are welcome if accompanied by their parent or guardian.
** For groups (up to six) please make pre-arrangements so we are prepared for you.
