Pesto Fest Volunteer Opportunities at Tri Cycle Farms

Saturday, August 27th from 4:00pm to Sunday, September 11th, 2016 12:00pm

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Be a part of Tri Cycle Farms' Fifth Annual Pesto Fest by volunteering your way into this tasty, fun, musical outdoor event! All volunteers will receive one free ticket to Pesto Fest. 

We had 500 guests last year, and expect even more this year! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, so come on out to support Tri Cycle Farms and have fun!

During the week prior to the event, September 6th-9th, we need volunteers to help us spread the word on social media, prepare the farm grounds, and set up tents and chairs.

During the event on Saturday, September 10th, we need volunteers to help us prepare and serve food (everyone will be well fed!), run the gate, manage parking, sit with children in the kids' play area, work clean-up during the event, and much more. Shifts during the event are split so that volunteers can spend at least half of their time enjoying the event as a guest!

And on Sunday, we need a group of volunteers to help us tidy the farm after the fest.

Bringing a friend makes volunteering even more fun! If your group is interested in participating as a whole, get in touch with Delilah Clark, the volunteer coordinator at Tri Cycle Farms, to arrange your group's role! Her email is ddc001(at)uark.edu.

There will be a volunteer orientation held at Tri Cycle Farms on Saturday, August 27th, from 4-5pm. If you sign up for any volunteering shift, sign up for the orientation as well. Join us for information, a farm tour, herbal tea, and some garden-fresh snacks!

Positions
0 Remaining
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
Any time before each shift ends or when space runs out.
Age Limit
Teens & Older
Requirement Details
We have a variety of volunteer opportunities that can accommodate many levels of physical activity, from strenuous to seated the whole time. Check individual shift listings for details or email the volunteer coordinator for more information.
Perks
Each volunteer will receive a free pass to Pestofest, which will have lots of farm-fresh food and dishes donated by local restaurants, music, community, and of course, the Pesto Contest! Volunteers working during the event may select one of two shifts so they can spend the rest of their time at the fest!
Parking Details
For orientation, set-up days, and the clean-up day, volunteers should park in the gravel parking lot at Trinity Methodist Church, which is directly across Garland Street from the farm. Take the crosswalk over. Volunteers will be directed at the orientation and by email before the event as to where to park.

Volunteers working during the event will be asked to park in another location and will be informed before the event as to where to park.
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Shifts (26)

1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Administrative Hours4:00pm (CT)12:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
This area is reserved for committee members and other administrative volunteers. Volunteers who assist admins or float between areas will be listed here as well.14/15Over
Volunteer Orientation for Pestofest4:00pm (CT)5:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
All volunteers who register before August 27th, plan to attend this volunteer orientation for the upcoming Pesto Fest on September 10th. Volunteers will be introduced to the farm, acquainted with the tasks and shifts, and offered delicious farm-fresh snacks and our mint tea! Please park in the gravel lot at...15/50Over

1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Second Volunteer Orientation8:00am (CT)12:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Park in the gravel parking lot at Trinity Methodist Church, which is across Garland from the farm. Take the crosswalk across Garland and walk into the driveway directly across from Sycamore. Look for people in the garden behind the big red barn!
The second volunteer orientation is for people who have signed up to volunteer but were not able to make the first orientation and for people who are interested in signing up for Pesto Fest volunteering. Please stop by Tri Cycle Farms between 8am-12pm on Saturday, September 3rd, to see the...2/50Over

1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Farm Preparation5:00pm (CT)8:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
For this shift, we need people to help mow, weed-eat, and tidy up our farm for the Pesto Fest on Saturday, September 10th. This shift could be physically strenuous and require light lifting. Please park in the gravel parking lot at Trinity Methodist Church, which is across the street from...10/10Over

1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Lighting Set-up5:00pm (CT)8:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
This volunteer shift will consist of setting up lighting across the farm for Pesto Fest. This shift could be physically strenuous, require light lifting, and use ladders.3/10Over
Neighborhood Canvassing6:00pm (CT)8:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet at the Rock House at 1705 N. Garland. Park at Trinity Methodist Church in the gravel parking lot and take the crosswalk across Garland to get to the farm.
Help us spread the word about Pesto Fest in our neighborhood! Meet at the Rock House at Tri Cycle Farms at 6pm to pick up handbills and plan a route. Bring a friend! Have a stroll around the neighborhood! Catch some Pokemon! And most importantly, earn a free ticket to...11/14Over

1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Tent, Table, and Chair Set up5:00pm (CT)8:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
This volunteer opportunity consists of setting up tents, tables, and chairs at the farm ahead of Pesto Fest, which will take place the following day. This shift could be physically strenuous and require light lifting.8/10Over

1 - 10 of 18 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Food Preparation -- Shift 1 (afternoon)12:00pm (CT)5:00pm (CT)
1021 W. Sycamore
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet at the Trinity Methodist Church kitchen, across the street from Tri Cycle Farms
Help prepare food for the Pesto Fest this evening. Tasks will include chopping and pre-cooking under the guidance of an experienced volunteer. Restaurant or food prep experience is appreciated but not required.9/9Over
Pesto Contest3:00pm (CT)10:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
Closed group for Pesto Contest admins3/3Over
Photography and Videography3:00pm (CT)10:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet by the red barn behind the rock house at this address.
This is a closed shift for photographers and videographers who have already been confirmed.1/5Over
Food Preparation -- Shift 2 (evening)4:00pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
1021 W. Sycamore
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Meet at the Trinity Methodist Church kitchen, across the street from Tri Cycle Farms
Help prepare food for the Pesto Fest this evening. Tasks will include chopping and cooking under the guidance of an experienced volunteer. In addition to food preparation positions, we will also need volunteers to serve food at the event, ferry food back and forth from the church to the farm...26/26Over
Parking Management -- Shift 14:30pm (CT)7:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Parking volunteers will be informed before the event as to which parking lot they should go to.
All of our parking is free, but we have three separate parking locations and we are expecting quite a crowd! Parking management volunteers will stay in touch with each other and coordinate to find everyone a spot in one of three lots. Shuttles will transport event-goers to and from the...4/12Over
Ticketing and Gate -- Shift 14:30pm (CT)6:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Come to the volunteer tent to sign in when you arrive.
Volunteers who help with ticketing and the gate will help us manage prepaid tickets and sell tickets. Volunteers in this area will work directly with Tri Cycle board members.5/5Over
Clean-up Crew -- Shift 15:00pm (CT)7:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Come to the volunteer tent to sign in when you arrive.
This volunteer task is a little messy, but it is entirely necessary for the event to run smoothly! Sign up to manage the garbage and recycling. This shift could be physically strenuous and require light lifting.5/5Over
First Aid -- Shift 15:00pm (CT)7:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Come to the volunteer tent to sign in when you arrive.
Be a part of our first aid team during Pesto Fest. We request that volunteers for this position have first aid training. Students in the health professions, this is one for you!2/2Over
Kids' Area Volunteers -- Shift 15:00pm (CT)7:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Come to the volunteer tent to sign in when you arrive.
Volunteers in the kids' area will hang out and have fun with kids at the fest while making sure everyone is playing safely. Volunteers in this area may also help with goats!4/5Over
Merch Table -- Shift 15:00pm (CT)7:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Come to the volunteer tent to sign in when you arrive.
Help us sell t-shirts, tank tops, mugs, stickers, and other Tri Cycle swag!3/3Over

1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Post-Pesto Clean-up10:00am (CT)12:00pm (CT)
1705 N. Garland
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Come to the volunteer tent to sign in when you arrive.
Volunteers who offer their time for the post-Pesto Fest clean-up will help us get the farm back in order after what is shaping up to be a big event! This particular shift would be a great opportunity for a group to participate together on the same task. This shift could...3/10Over