Welcome to GATHER 2026. Thank you for considering a volunteer position at this years event. Please read the volunteer expectations and exchange details before applying.
Expectations
Here is what you can expect ...
Friday July 31, from 5:00pm-8:00pm - Set Up. You will have from 2:00pm-5:00pm to settle into your camp on Friday. The evening will be spent decorating and doing general set up. You must provide your own food for this day. Friday in not a requirement but we will give preferance to those who are able to arrive on this day.
Saturday August 1, 6:30am onwards - Welcome. The morning will be spent doing low impact set up. Then you will help with directing guests to camp and general event opening. Once the event is up and going you will be able to attend offerings. You will need to provide food for yourself for breakfast and lunch.
Sunday August 2, 6:30am onwards. General Help. This will include short pockets during the day between attending all of your preferred offerings. Small jobs like helping direct guests, tidying spaces between offerings etc.
Monday August, 3 6:30am onwards. Take Down & Clean Up. This will include final clean up of the grounds and spaces. Helping to put the farm back to basics for the next event. You are welcome to camp an extra night if this works better with your travel plans!
PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE WHO ARE ABLE TO STAY FROM 5:00 ON FRIDAY UNTIL 5:30PM ON MONDAY
Tasks will include...
guest orientation
cleaning (washrooms, treatment rooms, eating areas etc.)
moving things from here to there
decorating
being fun and creative
adding your unique touch to this event
Exchange
In exchange for your hard work and loving energy you will have access to all group and individual activities Saturday-Monday. This will include your camping. This exchange is valued at $700. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE A FOOD TICKET SEPARATELY. Cost is tbd but you can expect around $200. You will be required to bring your own food if coming Friday night. As well as any snacks and meals above what is provided within the event.
DUE DATE: FEB 4 2026