Become a Farm and Wilderness Guide

Farm & Wilderness Guides lead our Environmental Education Program for 2nd through 6th grade classes during their field trip to Hidden Villa. Guides help students experience our organic garden through tasting fresh fruits and veggies, meeting farm animals face to face, and exploring the natural world on a short wilderness hike. These programs run from the morning to mid-afternoon, and group size is limited to approximately 8 children per guide.

You are invited to learn more at the upcoming Education Volunteer Open Hous on Saturday, August 23rd 10AM-2PM, no RSVP required. The training for new Education Volunteers will take place in September 2025.

Commitment

Requires an ongoing commitment of leading one program a week, September through May.

Program Benefits

There is nothing more rewarding than introducing kids to the wonders of Hidden Villa. Other benefits include:

• Customized training schedule
• Training manual
• Enrichment opportunities throughout the year
• Hidden Villa Access Pass
• Discounted rates on tickets to special events
• Seasonal appreciation gatherings with handmade gifts for our volunteers
• Eligible for written letters of recommendation and official volunteer hours for external program requirements
• A tight community of volunteers and staff who work together on a weekly basis

Qualifications

Farm and Wilderness Guides should enjoy interacting with children and be open to learning how to safely share our trails, garden and animals with students. This opportunity is for volunteers who are a minimum of 18 years old. All volunteers must clear a background check. Learn more about this program here: https://www.hiddenvilla.org/farm-and-wilderness-field-trip-for-grades-2-6/

Apply Here: https://forms.gle/yE8L7u8eXwb6iUxT8