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Do you want to provide garden advice to Haarlem residents?

Do you want to provide garden advice to Haarlem residents?

Haarlem is seeking volunteers to become Garden Rangers who will help residents make their private gardens greener and more weather-resistant. Interested individuals can learn more about the role and the provided training at an information evening scheduled for November 19, 2026.

The city of Haarlem is calling for volunteers to serve as Garden Rangers, tasked with helping local residents make their gardens greener and more resilient to climate change. Although professional landscaping experience is not required, interested candidates should have a passion for nature and some basic gardening skills. Volunteers will receive formal training through IVN Natuureducatie before visiting residents to provide practical advice that supports local biodiversity and helps mitigate issues like extreme heat and heavy rainfall. Those interested in this volunteer opportunity are invited to attend an information evening on Thursday, November 19, 2026, held at Gedempte Oude Gracht 2. The session will explain the role and responsibilities of a Garden Ranger. Prospective volunteers can register for the event or apply directly for the position by visiting the official website at tuinrangers.nl. The initiative aims to utilize private gardens to create a healthier urban environment for birds, insects, and residents alike.

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