Conservatory ambassadors are an intergral part of the visitor experience at the University of Michigan Botanical Gardens. Ambassador training introduces volunteers to the visitor services department and covers the basics of the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Ambassadors commit to two, 3-hour shifts per month and attend ongoing educational sessions. Two time options: Sat., Oct. 11, 9 am-noon and Wed., Oct. 15, 1-4 pm. Phone interview and preregistration required. 734-647-8528.