Be the first smile guests see - Volunteer at the Trailhead! A warm welcome sets the tone for a magical evening and we'd love your help greeting guests at this year's Aullwood Winter Luminary Walk! We're looking for volunteers to stand at the trailhead leading from the parking lot into Aullwood Garden. You'll be the first friendly face visitors see as they arrive, helping them start their journey on the right path.
Impact
Volunteers like YOU are an essential part of MetroParks' 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
- Use a counter to track visitation (provided).
- Stand at the trailhead in the visitor parking lot or at the street crossing and welcome guests as they arrive. We will need at least 2 volunteers at the street crossing and 2 at the parking lot entrance.
- Encourage guests to wait to walk the path until the start of the event at 4:00pm so they can enjoy the lighted luminaries on their walk.
- Direct visitors to follow the lit trail through Aullwood Garden.
- Provide a smile, a welcome, and excellent customer service.
- IMPORTANT: Please help extinguish the luminaries by blowing out the candles to preserve them for next year at the end of the evening.
Eligibility
- This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Long-Term, Short-Term, Public Service, and Youth (ages 14-17—see specific age requirements below). Learn more about our types of service here.
- Background Check: We do not require a background check for our public volunteer opportunities; however, persons with a criminal record may be disqualified and prohibited from service. Please review our background check policy here. For those required to complete Court Appointed Community Service, please click here.
Additional Notes
- Parking and Meeting Instructions: Park in the visitor parking lot at 955 Aullwood Road, walk up the path, cross over Aullwood Road, and check in at the Aull House garage. You will need to head back down to the parking lot for your shift.
- Cancelation: If you need to cancel a shift last minute or are running late, please call the staff lead, Beth Langford, at 937-298-7913.
- Environment and Physical Demands: Volunteers should expect to stand for an extended period. Arrive 10 minutes before your shift to receive instructions regarding your volunteer assignment. BRING A FLASHLIGHT IF YOU HAVE ONE.
- Dress: Please wear your blue or green volunteer t-shirt, if you have one. A reusable volunteer vest and namebadge will be provided at check-in.
Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Special Event Volunteer
Position Description for more detailed information.
If you're interested in this opportunity, you may also be interested in: Aullwood Luminary: Luminary Lighting
