Volunteer Interest Form

Why volunteer at camp?

If you experienced camp as a camper or working as a staff member, you understand just how magical and transformative the experience can be for a young person. Alumni volunteers play a critical role in running camp by filling in the gaps and taking on tasks to help lighten the load for the full-summer staff. By engaging alumni as volunteers, we also help bridge the differences between multiple generations, share stories, songs, and traditions, and give you a chance to relive your camp experience in a way the supports today’s kids and staff.

Our biggest need is for folks who can volunteer for a full week (one camp session), or more. If you want to help out but can’t do a full week, check out the other options listed below.

Full-Week Volunteers

Volunteer for one (or more) weeks as a guest staff member: you’ll be placed in a role that matches your talents and camp’s need for staff, such as roving, inclusion, cabin counseling, kitchen, store, or teaching an activity like nature or arts & crafts.

Eligibility

To volunteer for a week during summer camp, you must be at least 18 years old and have worked on the Camp Sealth staff for at least one previous season (some exceptions can be made – contact us if interested). You need to be able to commit to a full camp session (typically Monday to Saturday, or Wednesday to Saturday for a short session), pass a background check, and attend a one-hour virtual training session prior to volunteering. Current CPR/First Aid certification is recommended but not required.

If you work in a health care field and are currently licensed as a medical professional, you might also consider volunteering as a health care staff.

Dates

Summer camp sessions run from July 1 to August 24, with most sessions starting on Monday and ending Saturday. Our biggest need for volunteers is the end of the summer (Sessions 6, 7, and 8) when some of our staff start to leave to go back to school.

Summer 2024 Dates

Payment/Exchange

With the exception of health care volunteers, we do not offer tuition exchange or other forms of payment for volunteering. However, if you are able to commit to 3 or more weeks, we may be able to offer a paid position.

The Process

First, fill out the Volunteer interest Form. The camp staff will contact you to confirm eligibility, dates, and details, then you’ll need to complete the Volunteer Registration. At the start of summer, you’ll be invited to join a one-hour virtual training (required) – we’ll send you a couple of different date options. We will also confirm the rest of your paperwork, including background check and health history. Then about one week before your session begins, we’ll be in contact with more details about what job you’ll likely be doing, where you’ll stay, and when to arrive.

Volunteer Interest Form

Short-Term Volunteering

If you want to help out but can’t commit a whole week (or if you don’t live nearby), check out these other ways to help out during the summer:

• Alumni Day: This is a one-day event to connect with other alumni as well as this year’s summer staff. The day will include some projects to make sure we’re ready for campers to arrive.
• Staff Training Support: We’re looking for a few folks, especially those with kitchen experience, who would be willing to help out with food prep and dishwashing during staff training, to make sure that our kitchen staff are able to fully access training sessions.
• Adopt-A-Staff: Help us with a special project to give our staff extra love and support throughout the summer by sending a letter and care package. This is a great option if you live away from the PNW and can’t get here in person.
• Host a Staff Social: An easy way to show some appreciation for our staff is to provide some free, fun activities on their break between sessions – the options are endless! Host an ice cream party, yoga, therapy dog visit, craft project, or anything else the staff would enjoy.

There are links above for more information and signing up for Alumni Day and Adopt-A-Staff. If you’re interested in any other form of short-term volunteering, reach out to us at carriek@campfireseattle.org.

Questions?

Contact Carrie Lawson at carriek@campfireseattle.org with any questions about alumni volunteer opportunities.

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Eligibility

To volunteer as a health care staff at Camp Sealth, you must have a current license valid in Washington State with no restrictions. Provider credentials will be verified. Volunteers must also pass a background and sex offender check and have current First Aid and CPR certification.

Volunteer Commitment

The volunteer commitment is one week (usually Monday to Saturday); although there are options for shorter-term volunteer work. Contact us if you are interested. In exchange for volunteer service, volunteers may bring up to one kid to camp for free (either day camp or overnight camp). This exchange will cover the price of classic camp. Don’t have a kid? Use your volunteer commitment to sponsor a campers trip to camp instead!

How to apply

To apply, fill out the online volunteer application, then one of the camp staff will contact you for a brief phone interview. Some weeks fill quickly, so apply early to get the best selection of dates.

Volunteer Application

Contact us at 206 463 3174 ext. 35 or omarm@campfireseattle.org for more information.

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High school students ages 16 and older can volunteer in the High School LEAD Program. LEADs must attend a required training week, then volunteer for three additional weeks, earning up to 200 service hours. Learn More!

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Saturday, April 19th, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Event Overview:

Embrace all the delights on Spring on beautiful Vashon Island as we come together for a day of trail maintenance and various cleaning projects to get camp ready for summer!

This family-friendly event is not only an excellent opportunity to give back to the community but also perfect for high school students seeking service hours.

All are welcome to participate, whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a community-minded family, or a student eager to contribute. Let’s work together to make Camp Sealth even more beautiful this spring. Come join us and be a part of something meaningful!

The Service Day is ideal for families, teens, staff, alumni, Camp Fire groups, or anyone who wants to spend the day outside and give back to camp.

Schedule

• 8:00 a.m.  – Arrive at Camp
• 9:00 a.m. – Projects begin
• 11:30 a.m. – Lunch 
• 12:30 p.m. –  Projects resume
• 2:00 p.m.  –  Wrap Up projects and Depart Camp

What to Bring

Be sure to bring a water bottle, work gloves, and clothes that you can move in and get dirty! Consider packing extra clothes in case you get wet, and be sure to bring appropriate layers for the weather, such as wool or rain gear.

Cost

The Service Day is completely FREE and will include lunch for volunteers.

Registration opens on January 20th!

Hope to See You There!

Have additional questions about our spring service day? Contact Us today!

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There is a need for many different skill sets at Day Camp! Adults can volunteer at any of our Day Camp sites except for Camp Sealth as counselors, activity specialists, equipment managers or health care managers. Full-time (5 full days) adult volunteers get a 50% discount on day camp registration for their own campers. Children of full-time adult volunteers will automatically be taken off the wait list!

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Adult volunteer positions include but are not limited to:

• Camp Site Director
• Assistant Camp Director
• Health Care Provider
• Program Staff
• Activity Specialist

All volunteers – DCA, Head Counselor, Adult Volunteers – are required to attend two mandatory training sessions (offsite and onsite) prior to camp.

Register for Adult Volunteer Positions

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Teens entering 9th or 10th grade in the fall are eligible to volunteer as Day Camp Aides. Help assist unit groups, lead activities, and learn new leadership skills. DCA participants will earn community service hours for their volunteer work at our Day Camps.

All volunteers – DCA, Head Counselor, Adult Volunteers – are required to attend two mandatory training sessions (offsite and onsite) prior to camp. Dates TBA.

Learn more about our Camp Fire Day Camps!

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Spend a week at Camp Fire Day Camp near you learning about what it takes to be a Day Camp Counselor. You’ll spend time with other CITs learning about leadership and working with kids while enjoying some of your favorite Day Camp activities. CITs will also get a chance to shadow Teen Counselors and their camper groups for part of the week to try out your new skills!

Learn more about our Camp Fire Day Camps!

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Teens entering 11th or 12th grade in the fall can volunteer at Camp Fire Day Camps as Head Counselors. Lead a unit of campers while mentoring Day Camp Aides and helping around camp. Head Counselors will earn community service hours for this program.

All volunteers – DCA, Head Counselor, Adult Volunteers – are required to attend two mandatory training sessions (offsite and onsite) prior to camp. Dates TBA.

Learn more about our Camp Fire Day Camps!

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