Volunteer Project Catalog
Door County YMCA
The Door County YMCA is proud to support the Door County Triathlon by helping recruit and organize COURSE VOLUNTEERS—an essential part of making race day safe, smooth, and successful for every participant. While our role is focused on volunteers, the impact reaches much further. Events like the triathlon help raise funds that are reinvested right here in the Door County community, including support for local programs like those offered through the YMCA. From youth development to health and wellness initiatives, these funds help ensure that more individuals and families have access to opportunities that strengthen both body and community. Every COURSE VOLUNTEER plays a part in that impact. By giving a few hours of your time, you’re not just helping runners find their way or handing out water—you’re contributing to an event that helps give back to the community we all care about. To see which volunteer positions are still available, please visit the Door County Triathlon website at https://www.doorcountytriathlon.com/volunteer. You can also reach out with any questions to Annette Varnes avarnes@doorcountyymca.org or Brett Cleveland bcleveland@doorcountyymca.org. Be part of something bigger—sign up and help make a difference. EVENT DETAILS: • Thursday, July 9 – Volunteer Orientation (captain – t-shirt pick-up) – 5:30 – YMCA – Sturgeon Bay • Saturday, July 11 – Sprint Distance o Start 8:00am | Finish: Noon • Saturday, July 11 – Kid’s Tri o Start 2:00pm | Finish: Around 4:30 • Sunday, July 12 – Olympic Distance o Start 8:00am | Finish 2:00pm VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: COURSE VOLUNTEER - RUN (SPRINT) (Saturday, July 11th) Ensure that participants safely turn around an orange barrel at the halfway point of the running event and transition safely going out and coming into Murphy Park. If under 16 years of age, you must volunteer with an adult for this area. COURSE VOLUNTEER - BIKE (SPRINT) (Saturday, July 11th) Monitor an intersection to prevent collisions between participants and between participants and vehicles. Ensure that participants go the correct way. If you are under 16, you must volunteer with an adult for this area. We encourage this volunteer role to attend the orientation on Thursday to pick up your volunteer T-shirt, a safety vest, map of your specific intersections and instructions from our course director. COURSE VOLUNTEER - BIKE (OLYMPIC DISTANCE) (Sunday, July 12th) Monitor an intersection to prevent collisions between participants and between participants and vehicles. Ensure that participants go the correct way. If under 16, you must volunteer with an adult for this area. COURSE VOLUNTERR - RUN (OLYMPIC DISTANCE) (Sunday, July 12th) Monitor an intersection to prevent collisions between participants and between participants and vehicles. Ensure that participants go the correct way. If under 16, you must volunteer with an adult for this area. Volunteers on Sunday, July 12th for the Olympic Distance: There will be food/beverage delivery for volunteers from 10am-2pm on the course, but please bring your own "comfort kit" (ie. snacks, water, sun screen, a lawn chair) with you in case of delays.
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The Friends of Peterson Park is an all-volunteer group dedicated to the preservation, sustainability and enhancement of the Peterson Park Gardens. The park committee will meet monthly except to plan and direct the group’s activities in cooperation with Parks staff. Interested individuals are welcome to attend these meetings as well. During the growing season, volunteers under the guidance of Park staff tend the Gardens, planting, weeding, pruning and updating the beds, shrubs and other features. They also work hard to help keep invasive plant species at bay. While some of the volunteers are Master Gardeners, anyone who enjoys the company of fellow gardeners and who is willing to perform these tasks following the Parks’ plan is welcome and encouraged to join the volunteers. Friends of Peterson Park Volunteers are needed to keep the Park looking clean and beautiful. These are just a few of the activities volunteers perform in the Park: * Weeding, mulching and beautifying plant beds, wild flower gardens, and front entrance * Removing invasive plants species * Cleaning restrooms and manage litter * Empty Trash & Dog Stations * Give Tours of Park and Garden to interested community members * Other projects as assigned by Staff / Lead Volunteers Working as a volunteer to clean up and beautifying a local park is a healthy way to sneak in some exercise, fresh air, and goodwill while also building lasting friendships.
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Join us for a fun and meaningful day serving families at Camp Wabansi on Saturday, June 20 during Family Camp Day! We are looking for volunteers to help serve meals: Lunch Shift: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Dinner Shift: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Volunteers will help with serving food, greeting families, and keeping the meal lines moving smoothly. Whether you can help for one shift or both, your support is greatly appreciated! 1242 Bayshore Rd, Brussels, WI Saturday, June 20 If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please contact Annette at avarnes@doorcountyymca.org. Thank you for helping make Family Camp Day a great experience for everyone!
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Join us for a fun-filled morning bringing smiles and excitement to kids at our Community Carnival Day on August 12! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help run carnival-style games and activities for children attending local kid’s camps. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact, share some laughs, and enjoy a memorable day with the kids. Date: August 12 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Activity: Help run carnival games and interact with children Bonus: Stay afterward and enjoy lunch with the children! No special experience is needed — just a positive attitude and willingness to have fun. Games may include ring toss, bean bag toss, prizes, and other classic carnival favorites. Whether you can volunteer individually or bring a group, we’d love to have you join us for this special day of community and connection. To volunteer or learn more, please contact Annette at avarnes@doorcountyymca.org. Come help us create a day full of laughter, encouragement, and unforgettable memories!
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