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On October 16, 2006 all volunteers at the Bickelhaupt Arboretum were recognized for their hours of service and dedication during the past year. The evening included a drawing for young lilac and willow plants as well as several full blooming potted chrysanthemums. Another highlight of the evening provided volunteers the opportunity to ask horticultural questions of arboretum board members Dr. Ed Hasselkus and Alan Craig. The evening was catered by Krumpets.
Volunteer statistics announced: Total recorded hours for 2005 was 3864, an increase of 287 hours from 2004 statistics. The Points of Light Foundation states: "The dollar figure of $17.19/hour is generated from the average hourly wage for non-agricultural workers, as determined in the Bureau of Labor Statistics, then increased by 12% to account for benefits." This is categorized as an in-kind donation of volunteer hours of more than $66,422.16 to the arboretum.
Photos of the evening:
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