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FireFest 2024 – Volunteers Needed!

  • October 19, 2024
  • 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Jonathan Dickinson State Park

Join Us at FireFest 2024 – Volunteers Needed!

The Florida Park Service Ranger Association has been invited to this year’s FireFest at Jonathan Dickinson State Park! Taking place on October 19th from 1-9 pm, FireFest is a fantastic opportunity to engage with the community and showcase the important role of fire in Florida’s ecosystem. Last year, the event drew a crowd of 3,000, and we're expecting an even bigger turnout this year! We need your help to make this event a success.

We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various tasks throughout the event. 

Volunteer Details:

Date of Event: October 19, 2024, 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Volunteer Shifts: Typically 4 hours, with some positions requiring longer shifts

Training Sessions:
  • Saturday, Oct. 12, from 12 PM – 2 PM
  • Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 6 PM – 8 PM
  • Virtual training available upon request

Volunteer Tasks:

  • Parking/traffic control and crowd management
  • Booth attendants (tickets, merchandise, Jr. Ranger, s'mores)
  • Spooky trail and pumpkin patch helpers
  • Shuttle drivers and live burn demo support

Campsites: Available for volunteers (5 sites total – inquire for availability)

No Limit on Volunteers: The more, the merrier!

Contact for More Information:

Volunteer Coordinator: Cassi Bliss, Cassondra.V.Bliss@FloridaDEP.gov

Mission - Supporting those who serve Florida State Parks, past and present, by providing financial assistance, cultivating a family atmosphere, and perpetuating a spirit of unity and service. 

Vision - Supporting those who serve Florida's State Parks

Motto - Family, Service, Traditions

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