Check Out: Live Nativity
Critter Crew
Critter Crew Members,​
Now that you have invested time in our class, and are part of the volunteer team, you can choose from the options below to visit the farm and continue to grow.
Remember some basics when you come to volunteer:
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dress for the weather - bring a jacket, gloves, hat if needed
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wear your logo shirt and jeans, black or khaki pants/shorts
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wear tennis shoes or boots
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bring snacks, water bottles, sack lunch as needed
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work as a team and remember the golden rule
If you have any questions, contact our Volunteer Coordinator Makayla at volunteer@critterbarn.org or 616-748-1110
Thank you for your dedication and service to Critter Barn!
The animals, our guests, and members of our staff appreciate all you do.
Interested In Joining Critter Crew?​
First, you’ll need to enroll in our 5-day prerequisite class called Critter Camp. In camp you’ll meet our staff and learn about animal care, teamwork, and how our farm operation works.
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After graduating from Critter Camp, you may volunteer on our farm throughout the year as a Crew member!
Live Nativity Rehearsal
Critter Barn's 25th Annual Live Nativity is coming up, and we need YOUR help to make this a successful event! Every Critter Crew member is invited to participate in our Live Nativity, to help recreate the scene of the first Christmas.
If you're interested in helping, please sign up for one of the rehearsal dates below:
2024 Critter Crew Shifts​
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1) At the beginning of 2024, EVERYONE will be required to resubmit your information in the Volunteer Local system. We want to make sure we have everyone’s most up-to-date information, along with a newly signed waiver. Please be thorough in filling these out.
2) Critter Crew members may register for ONE shift per week. This provides more kids with the opportunity to come to the farm.
3) Volunteer drop-off and pick-up will take place at the white hoop barn located next to the parking lot.
4) If your Critter Crew member is volunteering after school, they may arrive after our 3:00 pm start time. When you arrive, please get checked in with a staff person.
Farm On The Go! Sign-Up:
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Join Critter Barn staff and animals as we travel to events
in the community in our Farm On The Go!
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Dates, times and locations are listed in the registration below.
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We ask that Critter Crew get dropped off at the event location at the start of their shift.
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Critter Crew members may do as many FOG events as they would like!
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FOG hours count towards earning your red shirt.
