Christmas on the Farm Sleigh Ride Assistant

Description

Sleigh rides are a favorite part of holiday events - and we need your help to make them smooth, safe, and memorable at this year's Christmas on the Farm! We're looking for volunteers to assist with wagon rides, helping guests board and exit safely, tracking the number of riders, and offering a warm welcome with basic event information.

Impact

Volunteers like YOU are an essential part of MetroPark's programs and events. Special Event volunteers ensure that events and large-scale programs run smoothly and safely. Your participation helps make events like this one possible. 

Tasks

  • Providing a warm welcome to visitors and helping to answer any questions as able. 
  • Helping guests on and off the wagon safely.
  • Counting and recording the number of visitors per ride. Assist guests into the wagon, and make sure they move safely to their seats
  • Ride along and ensure rider safety, reminding visitors to stay seated while the wagon is moving. 
  • When able share you knowledge of Carriage Hill MetroPark with visitors. 

Eligibility

Additional Notes

  • Parking and Meeting Instructions: Volunteers may park in the Visitor Center Parking lot located at 7800 E. Shull Rd. Meet with the staff lead at the Historic Farm. View the event map here.
  • Cancellation: If you need to cancel a shift last minute or are running late, please contact the staff lead, Chris Snyder, at (812) 569-1377.
  • Environment & Physical Demands: Physical duties include standing, walking, lifting, bending, and stretching.
  • Dress: Reusable volunteer vests and nametags will be provided for you at volunteer check-in onsite.

Look for additional details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Special Event Volunteer Position for more information on Special Event volunteer opportunities with us.

Details

Get Connected Icon 18 and older
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Inclement Weather Plan: Please refer to www.metroparks.org/alerts for the latest updates on park alerts and closures. In the event this volunteer opportunity is canceled, a staff member will notify you.
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Location

Get Connected Icon Carriage Hill MetroParks - Historic Farm
7850 East Shull Road
Dayton, OH  45424

Shifts

Begins Duration Open Spots Respond
Sat Dec 13, 2025 @ 9:30am
to 1:00pm
3.50 hours 2 of 2
Sat Dec 13, 2025 @ 1:00pm
to 4:00pm
3.00 hours 2 of 2