Volunteers needed to help with the SKIL Louisiana Martial Arts State Games.

Volunteers needed to help with timekeeping and score keeping on:

       

Friday Nov 1

            Shift: 4pm – 9pm

Saturday Nov 2

            1^st Shift: 8:30am – 12:30pm

            2^nd Shift: noon – 5pm

Location: Shreveport Convention Center

Mandatory training will be provided on Wed Oct. 30, 2013 at 6:30pm

If you are interested in volunteering please email me and include your cell phone number.  I will then send you a confirmation email with all the need to know information.

Teresa Micheels, Volunteer/Project Manager
Shreveport-Bossier Convention& Tourist Bureau
Visit Louisiana’s Other Side . . . Discover Yours!
318-429-0628 or 800-551-8682, ext. 146
www.Shreveport-Bossier.org
www.ShreveportBossierFunGuide.com

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

Chimpanzee Discovery Days
Date(s): Saturdays - 9 a.m.-12 p.m. ( 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in April and October)
Location: Chimp Haven, Keithville LA
Need help with activity booths, security and parking

Special help needed on Saturday, October 19th for the Fall Festival

For more information, contact Andrea Galcetto, Education Specialist at afalcetto@chimphaven.org.

MSPS PRELUDE PRESENTED BY UNSCENE! – Music festival
Date: Friday: October 11 from 5:30 p.m.-Midnight
Location: Downtown Shreveport

For more information, contact Ashley Clark at ash.marie.ley@gmail.com


Holy Hill Horse Trails, Equestrian – Horse show
Dates: October 25-October 27
Location: Benton LA
Perk: you will receive a t-shirt

For more information, contact  Ann Switalski at annswitalski@bellsouth.net

Become a Volunteer at Chimp Haven!

Chimp Haven welcomes enthusiastic volunteers who have a love for animals and a passion for serving their community.  Our volunteers come from diverse backgrounds, and bring a variety of experiences, knowledge and skills to Chimp Haven.  Opportunities are available in the following areas: special events, education/school programs, chimpanzee enrichment, public relations/marketing, maintenance/landscaping, community awareness and advocacy.

Chimp Haven’s Volunteer Program also offers corporate and group volunteer opportunities. We accept groups throughout the year for various projects including facility maintenance, gardening, chimpanzee enrichment, and special events.

If you are interested in becoming a Chimp Haven volunteer, all you have to do is complete the Volunteer Application Form and return it to us. For more information on how to volunteer, e-mail volunteers@chimphaven.org.

All volunteers will receive training and must meet specific requirements before beginning to volunteer.  For your safety and the safety of the chimpanzees, volunteers will NOT have direct contact with chimpanzees.

General requirements for Chimpanzee Discovery Day Volunteers: At least 16 years of age Commit to a minimum of 16 hours of volunteer service a year Adhere to Chimp Haven policies and procedures Be able to work in a variety of weather conditions Sign a release of liability form Additional Requirements for Sanctuary Volunteers: At least 18 years of age Commit to a minimum of 48 hours of volunteer service a year Available to volunteer during the week Attend three hour Volunteer Orientation Training

Volunteer Internships

Internships are competitive and are open to all individuals interested in chimpanzee behavior and care. Internships are on a volunteer basis and provide no stipend.

Internships offer training in enrichment, behavior, veterinary, development and fund-raising as well as the care of chimpanzees.  Interns work directly with Chimp Haven staff and assist in the completion of specific projects.  On site housing accommodations and semester long internships may be available.

 

Internship requirements include:

• Time commitment of 40 hours per week for a minimum of 6 weeks
• Letter of intent with requested dates
• A resume or CV
• Two references from others who have knowledge of any previous work you performed
• Course work in primatology, biology, or animal behavior is preferred but not required
• Proof of negative TB test, Hepatitis A & B vaccine and negative drug screen  
• Be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

 

To become a part of Chimp Haven’s volunteer team please call or email Andrea Falcetto, Education Specialist at 318.925.5787 or afalcetto@chimphaven.org for more information.

Volunteers needed to help with Forrest Wood Cup - bass tournament

Volunteers needed to help with Forrest Wood Cup - bass tournament

Below you will find a list of volunteer needs with dates and shifts. If you are interested in volunteering please email me the preferred day and shift, please include your cell phone number.

You can do just one shift or more than one if you like.

We need a lot of volunteers for this event so please pass this email on to anyone you think might be interested

The Forrest Wood Cup will be one of the largest events our Community will be hosting this year.  We are expecting 75,000 visitors for this world class bass tournament.

Thur. Aug 15, 2013

Red River Marina – launch
            Shuttle Stop* shift 4:30am - 8:30am
            Information table * shift 4:30am - 8:30am

CenturyLink Center – weigh in
            VIP Seating* shift 3pm – 9pm

Junior World
            Information Table *shift 3pm – 5pm
            Serving Food/ Clean up *shift 4:30pm – 9pm

Fri. Aug 16, 2013

Red River Marina – launch
            Shuttle Stop* shift 4:30am - 8:30am
            Information table * shift 4:30am - 8:30am

Shreveport Convention Center – Expo
            Shuttle Stop      *1^st shift 9am – 1:30pm
                                   *2^nd shift 1pm – 5:30pm
            Information       *1^st shift 9:30am – 1:30pm
                                     *2^nd shift 1pm – 5pm
            Hospitality Room*1^st shift 9:30am – 1:30pm
                                        *2^nd shift 1pm – 5pm

CenturyLink Center – weigh in
             Shuttle Stop -    * 1^st shift 8:30am – 1:30pm
                                       *2^nd shift 1pm – 6pm
             Information Table * shift 3pm – 9pm
             VIP Seating Escorts* shift 3pm – 9pm
             VIP Seating* shift 3pm – 9pm

Junior World
            Serve/clean up at event *shift 4:30pm – 10:30pm

           

Sat. Aug 17, 2013

Red River Marina – launch
           Shuttle Stop* shift 4:30am - 8:30am
           Information table * shift 4:30am - 8:30am

Shreveport Convention Center – Expo
            Shuttle Stop      *1^st shift 9am – 1:30pm
                                   *2^nd shift 1pm – 5:30pm
            Information       *1^st shift 9:30am – 1:30pm
                                     *2^nd shift 1pm – 5pm
            Hospitality Room*1^st shift 9:30am – 1:30pm
                                       *2^nd shift 1pm – 5pm

CenturyLink Center – weigh in
           Shuttle Stop -    * 1^st shift 8:30am – 1:30pm
                                    *2^nd shift 1pm – 6pm
          Information Table * shift 2:30pm – 9pm
           VIP Seating Escorts* shift 2:30pm – 9pm
           VIP Seating* shift 2:30pm – 9pm

 

Sun Aug 18, 2013

Red River Marina – launch
            Shuttle Stop* shift 4:30am - 8:30am
            Information table * shift 4:30am - 8:30am

Shreveport Convention Center – Expo
            Shuttle Stop      *1^st shift 9am – 1:30pm
                                   *2^nd shift 1pm – 5:30pm
             Information       *1^st shift 9:30am – 1:30pm
                                      *2^nd shift 1pm – 5pm
             Hospitality Room*1^st shift 9:30am – 1:30pm
                                         *2^nd shift 1pm – 5pm

CenturyLink Center – weigh in
            Shuttle Stop -    * 1^st shift 8:30am – 1:30pm
                                       *2^nd shift 1pm – 6pm
           Information Table * shift 2pm – 9pm
            VIP Seating Escorts* shift 2pm – 9pm
            VIP Seating* shift 2pm – 9pm
 

Please let Teresa Micheels know if you interested in helping:

Teresa Micheels, Volunteer/Project ManagerShreveport-Bossier Convention & Tourist Bureau318-429-0628 or 800-551-8682, ext. 146

Cell: 318-518-5027

Teresaday_4@hotmail.com www.Shreveport-Bossier.org
www.ShreveportBossierFunGuide.com

Once you send Teresa an email, she will send you a confirmation email with all the information to volunteer

Volunteers are needed to help with the American Junior Golf Association Tournament (AJGA)

Volunteers are needed to help with the American Junior Golf Association Tournament (AJGA)

Volunteers will help with the qualifier and the tournament, part of the proceeds will benefit the David Toms Foundation.

Perks: A hat and pin will be given to volunteers.

Below you will find a list of volunteer needs with dates and shifts. If you are interested in volunteering please email me the preferred day and shift, please include your cell phone number.

You can do just one shift or more than one if you like.

The dates for the AJGA are Sunday July 21 –Thursday July 25, 2013.

Sunday July 21, 2013 – qualifier at Palmetto Country Club

Timing Station -  Shift: 7:30am – 1pm

Medical  - Shift: 6am – 1pm

(Medical can be Doctor, Nurse, EMS,  Trainer or anyone with medical training that can be on hand in case of emergency.  A person that could administer care until the Fire Department arrives)

 

Monday July 22, 2013 – Junior – AM at Southern Trace

Registration  - Shift 6:15am – 8am

Water Cart -  Shift 1pm - 6pm

 

Tuesday July 23, 2013 – tournament at Southern Trace

Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 8:30am – 3pm

Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 9 am – 3:30pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 10am- 4:30pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 10:30am – 5pm

Water Cart - Shift: 9am – 5pm

Shuttle Cart Driver - Shift:9am – 3pm

Shuttle Cart Driver - Shift: 10am – 5pm

Scoreboard - Shift: 11am – 5pm

Live Scoring Input – Shift: Noon -5pm

 

Wednesday July 24, 2013 – tournament at Southern Trace

Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 8am – 2:30pm

Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 8:30am – 3pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 9 am – 3:30pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 10am- 4:30pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 10:30am – 5pm

Water Cart - Shift: 9am – 5pm

 

Shuttle Cart Driver - Shift:9am – 3pm

Shuttle Cart Driver - Shift: 10am – 5pm

Scoreboard - Shift: 11am – 5pm

Live Scoring Input - Shift: 7am – 12:30pm

Live Scoring Input – Shift: Noon -5pm

Medical  - Shift: 7am – 12:30pm

Medical  - Shift: Noon -5pm
(Medical can be Doctor, Nurse, EMS,  Trainer or anyone with medical training that can be on hand in case of emergency.  A person that could administer care until the Fire Department arrives)

 

Thursday July 25, 2012 – tournament at Southern Trace

Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 8am – 2:30pm

Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 8:30am – 3pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 9 am – 3:30pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 10am- 4:30pm
Timing Stations/Live Scoring -  Shift: 10:30am – 5pm

Water Cart - Shift: 9am – 5pm

Shuttle Cart Driver - Shift: 10am – 5pm

Scoreboard - Shift: 11am – 5pm

Live Scoring Input - Shift: 7am – 12:30pm

Live Scoring Input – Shift: Noon -5pm

Medical  - Shift: 7am – 12:30pm

Medical  - Shift: Noon -5pm
(Medical can be Doctor, Nurse, EMS,  Trainer or anyone with medical training that can be on hand in case of emergency.  A person that could administer care until the Fire Department arrives)

Standard Bearer – Shift: 11:30am – 4:30pm

Standard Bearer – Shift: Noon – 5pm

Please contact Teresa Micheels at nwlavolunteer@gmial.com  if you are interested in volunteering,

Teresa Micheels, Volunteer/Project Manager
Shreveport-Bossier Convention & Tourist Bureau
Visit Louisiana’s Other Side . . . Discover Yours!
318-429-0628 or 800-551-8682, ext. 146
www.Shreveport-Bossier.org
www.ShreveportBossierFunGuide.com

Donna Ponton is the volunteer coordinator for Robinson's Rescue Spay and Neuter clinic in Shreveport and is currently looking for anyone to volunteer at the clinic and for off-site fund-raising events. Contact Donna at lorainessh@yahoo.com or Megan at http://www.robinsonsrescue.org/

Also you can check out at their facebook page, robinsons rescue-low cost spay /neuter 1102135.

Opportunity from the Shreveport-Bossier Convention &Tourist Bureau:

Volunteers needed to do surveys with athletes at the Fit for Life event.

When: Saturday May 11
Shift: 8am – noon
Location: Shreveport Convention Center

Please contact Teresaday_4@hotmail.com or call 318-429-0628 if you are interested.