2026 Spring WildFire Retreat

Burn Field DJ

Volunteer your time to spin some tunes for our night time burn field! Each shift is 1 hour, order of lineup may vary at the discretion of the DJ Organizer.

Dome Setup

The dome setup crew will be responsible for putting our dome together!

Note: This volunteer shift can be a very physical role, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs or more. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Dome Teardown

The dome teardown crew will be responsible for taking down the dome, packing it away and making sure all hardware is accounted for and stored properly.

Note: This volunteer shift can be a very physical role, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs or more. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Fire Pit Setup

The Fire Pit Crew Setup team has the responsibility of putting together the fire pits, and stacking / organizing the firewood into piles close to the pits. Additionally, they will be transporting firewood to the WildRock stage in preparation for the Showcase.

Note: This volunteer shift is a very physical role, involving being able to carry/lift at least 25lbs or more, and moving/bending/crouching repeatedly. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Fire Pit Maint

Fire Pit Maintenance - This volunteer job will have you helping the Fire Tending Organizer clean out the pits from the previous night and get them set up and ready to go for the night ahead.

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Fire Tenders

Our Fire Tenders monitor the fire pits and help to keep everyone warm!

Note: For the first part of the evening on Saturday night's shift, the Fire Tending Organizer will need assistance with maintaining the fires in the theater for the Showcase. This will be from approx. 8pm - 9:30pm.

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

First Aid Transport

First Aid Transport - You will be volunteering to be on-call for a 12-hour time window, in the event that non-emergent transport to a hospital is needed. You must stay sober and available for the duration of your shift. We know this is a dry event, but we really, really, really mean it. You must have a vehicle you are able to use and a valid driver's license. Bonus: you get to park in a marked spot by the dining hall for the duration of your shift!

Note: These shifts look long, but only require being on call for the duration of your shift. You will have a walkie-talkie for contact. Due to this, these shifts count for 2 volunteer hours.

Greeters

As greeters, you will be some of the first faces that people see as they check in to WildFire! Your job will be to check their registration, point them in the right direction, and refer them to our info booth for questions or inquiries.

Note: We recommend that you have a few events under your belt before volunteering as a Greeter! Lots of questions get asked and having experienced people who know the flow of how WildFire runs is important.

Grounds Shed Crew

The Grounds Team is responsible for setting up, maintaining, breaking down, and storing all WildFire infrastructure!

For this job, you will be:

• Thursday Shift - Helping to empty the shed, and staging items for setup. (This shift happens before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!)

• Monday Shift A - Begin to move staged items to shed/storage.

• Monday Shift B - Pack all items into shed/storage.

Note: These volunteer shifts are very physical roles, involving being able to carry at least 25lbs or more. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Grounds Setup

This shift happens before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!

Grounds Setup - Set up areas around camp such as tents, lighting, benches, etc.

Note: These volunteer shifts can be very physical roles, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Grounds Pre-Cleaning

This shift happens before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!

Pre-Event Cleaning - Pre-event cleaning of bathrooms, and extra help with setup

Note: These volunteer shifts can be very physical roles, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Grounds Duvy Crew

This shift happens before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!

Duvy Crew - Cut and fold duvetyne rolls and bring to greeter tent, extra help with setup

Note: These volunteer shifts can be very physical roles, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Grounds Parking

Grounds Parking Attendants are tasked with coordinating parking to optimize usage of available space, and to direct people as needed to available parking areas.

Grounds Hands

Grounds Hands - Cleaning bathrooms, tidying infrastructure, fueling tiki torches, removing trash.

Note: These volunteer shifts can be very physical roles, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Grounds Teardown

Grounds Teardown - Break down and stage infrastructure in preparation to be moved to storage until next time!

Note: Grounds volunteer shifts can be very physical roles, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Grounds Cleanup

Event Cleanup Shift A - Cleanup primarily outdoors such as main bathrooms, trash barrels, and MOOP walks.

Event Cleanup Shift B - Cleanup primarily indoors such as dining bathrooms, MOOP in dining hall, cleaning tables, etc.

Note: Grounds volunteer shifts can be very physical roles, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: We recommend wearing closed-toe, sturdy shoes for this volunteer role.

Kitchen Food Unload

This shift happens before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!

Food Unload Helper - This shift can be a VERY early start and is dependent on the arrival of the SYSCO truck to camp. You will be moving and sorting the food order at the direction of the Kitchen Manager (KM).

Note: This volunteer shift can be very physical, involving being able to carry or lift at least 25lbs, repeated bending or crouching. If you are injured or otherwise unable to perform this role, we encourage you to consider another volunteer position. If you need help finding a volunteer role that would fit your abilities, please contact info@wildfireretreat.org

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Opener

This shift happens before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!

Pre-Event Kitchen Opener - You will be working with the Kitchen Manager (KM) to clean, organize, and open the kitchen for the weekend!

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Food Prep

These shifts happen before the event officially starts at 3:00 PM on Friday!

Pre-Event Kitchen Food Prep - You will be working with the Kitchen Manager (KM) to prepare food for the weekend! Cutting up bulk produce, meat, etc. and portioning out for the weekend's meals early will help the Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Organizers and cooks be set up for success!

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Runner

Kitchen Runner - With the guidance of the Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner Cook Organizer you will help to keep the line stocked with food coming out of the kitchen for meals. No prior experience is necessary for these shifts.

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Breakfast Cook

Breakfast Cook - Under the guidance of the Breakfast Cook Organizer, you will help to cook breakfast for all attendees. No prior kitchen experience is necessary, we will work with your skill level and ability and find tasks right for you!

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Breakfast Cleanup

Early Breakfast Cleanup - Under the guidance of the Breakfast Cleanup Organizer, you will be helping to bus tables as needed and collect dishes left, and working in the dishroom starting to clean the items used for preparing breakfast. (Monday's shift will be cleaning up and putting away items used for kitchen close-out).

Breakfast Cleanup - Under the guidance of the Breakfast Cleanup Organizer, you will be helping to clean up dishes used from preparing and eating breakfast, and reset the kitchen for our Lunch Cooks later in the day. (Monday's shift will be cleaning up and putting away items used for kitchen close-out).

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Lunch Cook

Lunch Cook - Under the guidance of the Lunch Cook Organizer, you will help to cook lunch for all attendees. No prior kitchen experience is necessary, we will work with your skill level and ability and find tasks right for you!

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Lunch Cleanup

Early Lunch Cleanup - Under the guidance of the Lunch Cleanup Organizer, you will be helping to bus tables as needed and collect dishes left, and working in the dishroom starting to clean the items used for preparing lunch.

Lunch Cleanup - Under the guidance of the Lunch Cleanup Organizer, you will be helping to clean up dishes used from preparing and eating lunch, and reset the kitchen for our Dinner Cooks later in the day.

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Dinner Cook

Dinner Cook - Under the guidance of the Dinner Cook Organizer, you will help to cook dinner for all attendees. No prior kitchen experience is necessary, we will work with your skill level and ability and find tasks right for you!

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Dinner Cleanup

Early Dinner Cleanup - Under the guidance of the Dinner Cleanup Organizer, you will be helping to bus tables as needed and collect dishes left, and working in the dishroom starting to clean the items used for preparing dinner.

Dinner Cleanup - Under the guidance of the Dinner Cleanup Organizer, you will be helping to clean up dishes used from preparing and eating dinner, and reset the kitchen for our Breakfast Cooks the following day.

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Kitchen Closer

Kitchen Closer - With the guidance of the Monday Dining Hall Cleanup Organizer and the Kitchen Manager (KM), these volunteers will work to clean up and close down the kitchen after the event has ended, making sure that all food has been removed from dry storage and refrigerators/freezers, all dishware and cooking utinsels are put away, all surfaces cleaned and sanitized, and all floors are mopped, scrubbed, and squeegeed accordingly.

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Merch Helpers

The WildFire Merch Team makes it possible to apply community-submitted art to any garment, bag, or other fabric item with heat-transfer vinyl!

Note: We will train you on the safe use of the heat transfer equipment.

Safety Vet

Looking for Safety Vet shifts? Head over to this application, fill it out, and you will be contacted by our Safety Organizer with the link to sign up!

WildFire Retreat is committed to maintaining a strong culture of safety and our Safety Team is a huge part of that! Any questions you may have, please direct them to safety@wildfireretreat.org

Safety Veterans report directly to the Safety Organizers (SOs) and are responsible for ensuring that WildFire’s safety standards are adhered to on and around the burn field on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night between the hours of 8pm and 2am. If you see any individuals acting outside of WildFire’s standards, intervene with respect and help rectify the situation if possible. Safety Veterans must be comfortable with saying “no” if need be to unsafe situations, and should elevate any conflict immediately to the SOs.

For these shifts, plan to rotate between the field, fuel depot, and the dome, at the discretion of the Safety Organizers.

Safety Vet (Late)

Looking for Safety Vet shifts? Head over to this application, fill it out, and you will be contacted by our Safety Organizer with the link to sign up!

WildFire Retreat is committed to maintaining a strong culture of safety and our Safety Team is a huge part of that! Any questions you may have, please direct them to safety@wildfireretreat.org

Safety Veterans report directly to the Safety Organizers (SOs) and are responsible for ensuring that WildFire’s safety standards are adhered to on and around the burn field on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night between the hours of 8pm and 2am. If you see any individuals acting outside of WildFire’s standards, intervene with respect and help rectify the situation if possible. Safety Veterans must be comfortable with saying “no” if need be to unsafe situations, and should elevate any conflict immediately to the SOs.

For these shifts, plan to rotate between the field, fuel depot, and the dome, at the discretion of the Safety Organizers.

Safety Vet (Breathers)

Looking for Safety Vet shifts? Head over to this application, fill it out, and you will be contacted by our Safety Organizer with the link to sign up!

WildFire Retreat is committed to maintaining a strong culture of safety and our Safety Team is a huge part of that! Any questions you may have, please direct them to safety@wildfireretreat.org

Fire Breathing Safety Veterans report directly to the Safety Organizers (SOs) and are responsible for ensuring that WildFire’s safety standards are adhered to on and around the burn field on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night between the hours of 8pm and 12am. If you see any individuals acting outside of WildFire’s standards, intervene with respect and help rectify the situation if possible. Fire Breathing Safety Veterans must be comfortable with saying “no” if need be to unsafe situations, and should elevate any conflict immediately to the SOs.

Showcase Stagehand

Our WildFire Showcase is the highlight of Saturday Night! Volunteer to be a part of the Showcase Team and help with prep, setup, during performances, and breaking everything down afterwards.

Snack Table Helper

The Snack Team helps to maintain tables of snacks and drinks and keep allergens seperate between meals to make sure we have good fuel for learning!

Note: These shifts look long, but only require checking in throughout the day/night and refilling/restocking as needed. It is not a constant work period.

Due to this, these shifts count for 3 volunteer hours.

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

Snack Hydration Helper

The Snack Team helps to maintain tables of snacks and drinks and keep allergens seperate between meals to make sure we have good fuel for learning!

Note: These shifts look long, but only require checking in throughout the day/night and refilling/restocking as needed. It is not a constant work period.

Due to this, these shifts count for 3 volunteer hours.

Note: Closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this volunteer role, due to food safety standards.

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