First Choice Orientation

Second Choice Orientation

Third Choice Orientation

You can attend the orientation date for this position (see orientation dates below)

You can attend the orientation date for this position (see orientation dates below)

You can attend the orientation date for this position (see orientation dates below)

You are unable to attend the orientation that corresponds with the position you wish to work and will therefore attend the makeup orientation on June 20th at 11:00 AM or June 29th 2009 at 7:00pm . If you are unable to attend any orientations at all, please leave a message on the last field (Is there anything else you would like us to know?) of this form and someone will contact you to discuss alternative options.

Position

Description and Requirements

Orientation 

Beverage Garden

These volunteers are required to be over 19 years of age and have some cashier experience. They will help sell beverage tickets and in the general clean up of the beverage garden area. They need to be responsible and remain cheerful.

Are you 19 years of age or older?

Are you willing to work until and after the beverage garden closes (this may require you to stay past 11 PM in some cases)

 There cannot be any consecutive shifts by these volunteers and they are required to work later than other volunteers.

Events

Volunteers help with assisting a variety of events. They make sure that the line ups for these events are orderly and generally lend a hand to those running the various events. The following positions are some that volunteers may end up experiencing.

Boat Tours – Volunteers will assist at the boat and dock to help passengers load and unload. They will also assist in safeguarding the dock to reserve space for the boats and to inform waiting passengers about the event. Volunteers will spend a significant amount of time on the dock and around water and should be aware of this before applying.

Carnival Games – Volunteers will be running four games. Because these games are left unattended, volunteers need to be very mature and reliable.

Hat Making – Volunteers will create paper flowers and accessories that will be used to decorate paper hats. They will also support children in the creation of these hats. Volunteers should have an interest in craft, possess some manual dexterity and like working with the children.

Petting Zoo – Volunteers will be working closely with animals and children. It is essential that they pay attention to any directions given by the handlers and are willing to get a little dirty. Please make sure you are not allergic to any animals if you wish to work at the petting zoo.

Pony Rides – Volunteers will help in leading animals and talking to children. They will need to have the same requirements as those requested for the petting zoo positions and in addition, they need to have enough strength to command the animals. 

Experience with horses is desired but not necessary.

Swing Ride - Volunteers will assist in the operation of the swing ride carousel. Responsible volunteers are needed for this position.

Temporary Tattoos – Volunteers will help in cleaning stencils and organizing them. They may also be required to help the tattoo artists in other tasks as well. An attention of detail is needed. Please note that they will be wearing latex gloves.

If applying for events, please indicate which event you would like to work for in the answer box. Although we cannot guarantee that we will place you in the position, we will try our hardest to match volunteers to where they want to be. 

Greeters

These volunteers welcome people to the park and hand out programs and promotional materials. Occasionally, they assist in helping festival goers navigate the park.
Greeters need to be informed about the events taking place during the festival and willing to help those who have questions. Patience and a smile are required.

Hospitality

Suite

The hospitality suite in staffed by volunteers who take care of volunteers before and after their shifts and during their breaks. The duties required of volunteers in the hospitality suite can vary. Some volunteers help with cooking and serving the food while other may be in charge of the radios or checking in volunteers.

Are you willing to help with pre-festival preparations? (we will contact you if we need you)

Are you willing to cook and serve food?

Some volunteers may be contacted to help with pre-festival preparations. Please indicate if you are willing to do this.

Information

Booth

The information booth is placed in a central location in the park and receives a variety of questions and concerns. Volunteers aid the public in finding event locations and to inform them about the festival. The information booth also records complaints and comments from various sources.
Candidates with good communication skills, an ability to retain information and a friendly personality are asked to apply.

Mascots

Mascots will don the suit for twenty minute periods and roam around the park greeting visitors and posing for pictures. A mascot companion will follow the mascot to ensure its safety and will switch positions with the mascot from time to time.

Photographers

Photographers will use their own equipment to document the festival. They will be asked to take pictures of all aspects of the festival including entertainment, the beverage garden, volunteers, events, staff, directors, presentations on stage, vendors and anything that captures their eye. The photos these volunteers will take are going to be displayed on our website and will preserve this year’s memories for future generations.

Site Management

This position runs the day before, the day after and throughout the duration of the festival. It involves setting up, taking down and moving equipment. Volunteers also check out tables and chairs, arranging signs and setting the stage.
Candidates who can lift heavy loads are strongly encouraged to volunteer. A willingness to follow directions is imperative. 

Can you help with the setup (July 3nd morning)?

Can you help with takedown (July 6th)?

Volunteers are needed to work on the day before (June 2^nd) and the day after (June 6^th) of the festival. Please indicate if you are willing to do this.

Traffic Control

Volunteers assist with ensuring that only authorized pass-holders can park in lots. Some tasks include synchronizing the inflow and outflow of cars, communicating transportation and parking information to the general public and maintaining radio contact with directors to establish the most efficient use of parking lots.
It is essential that these volunteers can remain clear-headed during stressful situations and are good at solving problems and overcoming challenges. 

Floaters

Floaters fill in wherever extra help is needed. They also relieve volunteers during their breaks. These volunteers are able to experience many different aspects of the festival. The ability to be flexible is a must.

Can attend any volunteer position date mentioned above or the catch-up meeting.

Hours Available

How many hours are you willing to work?

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If you have selected some additional duties above, please indicate how many hours you are willing to work on top of those.

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What is your availability during the festival?

Friday, July 3rd

Saturday, July 4th

Sunday, July 5th

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Why are you interested in volunteering for the Golden Spike Days?

Where did you hear about volunteering at the Golden Spike Days?

Have you volunteered with the Golden Spike Days before?  YES NO

If so, when and what did you like about your experience?

Do you have any skills or abilities that you would like to tell us about?

Are there any other volunteers that you would like to volunteer with? Please give their first and last names.

Is there anything else you would like us to know?

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the 2009 Golden Spike Days Festival, please check your e-mail for updates.

We look forward to seeing you at the orientation!