Volunteers needed for 2015 Siesta Key Crystal Classic (Nov. 13-17)
Photo: Keyless, the winning sand sculpture in the 2014 Siesta Key Crystal Classic. Credit: Studio F productions.
Mote Marine Laboratory is looking for volunteers to help out during the 2015 Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master Sandsculpting Competition. The Crystal Classic benefits sea turtle research, rehabilitation and conservation programs at Mote.
The Crystal Classic takes place Friday, Nov. 13 to Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015.
To sign up to volunteer, please contact us directly at volcoordinator@mote.org and include volunteer times, days and preferred job duties.
Volunteers for this event may be standing for long periods of time in hot sun or rain and may be walking on sandy, uneven surfaces. Please take this into consideration when choosing a volunteer position. Each volunteer must fill out their own application. One application cannot be used for two or more volunteers.
Please note: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. No exceptions will be made.
Volunteers ages 15-18 should NOT use the online form to sign up. Instead, those ages 15-18 should contact the Director of Volunteer Resources, Robert Rogers directly at volcoordinator@mote.org or (941) 388-4441, ext. 438.
Weather: This event will take place rain or shine. All volunteers are required to report for their assigned shift regardless of weather conditions.
Dress Code: Volunteers should dress for the weather, rain or shine. Event volunteer T-shirts and wristbands must be worn and visible at all times during each shift. Tennis shoes are recommended for positions that are not located on the sand. Sunscreen is recommended for all positions.
Volunteer "Perks": Volunteers will receive a T-shirt and a special wristband, which is required to wear while volunteering. The T-shirt and wristband allows free admission for the entire duration of the event, Nov. 13-17, 2015.