Birdfest (BF) takes place indoors and out, rain or shine. These volunteer roles often mean you will be outside in the elements, please wear weather appropriate clothing, hats, and close-toed shoes. Most shifts are in 2 hour increments, unless otherwise noted. If you’d like to sign up for more time than 2 hours, any additional time would be appreciated.
We are currently looking for help with:
Set-up and take-down festival logistics; tables, chairs, tents, post signs, etc.
Festival Greeter- Staff information tables at various locations around town and on the Refuge, and help answer questions about the event.
Assist with Family’s Activities, games, and craft stations at Davis Park or by the Cathlapotle Plankhouse.
Serve as an “Ambassador” for the Friends of Ridgefield NWR at various locations around downtown Ridgefield and on the Refuge.
Helping check-in paddlers for kayak tours.
Assisting with crowd control at the Audubon Birds of Prey Show.
Interested in Volunteering? Contact Barb Rumble at: rumble@winfieldnet.net or by phone at (360) 991-5965 for more information.
Shop for items that the Friends and the Refuge Complex need to help with everything from habitat restoration to events like BirdFest & Bluegrass, and help support wildlife in little and big ways.
Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge (PK822). For more information, please visit the link below.