Participate in the bi-weekly phenology bird study at California Audubon’s Bobcat Ranch. Volunteers gather data on bird species, counts, behavior, habitat, and weather conditions over a prescribed 2-mile route.

Help manage social media content and assist with public relations efforts for the Yolo Bird Alliance. Your tech skills can help promote the organization and its mission.

Assist in delivering furniture and household goods to a youth’s new apartment or home in Yolo County. This opportunity allows you to directly impact the lives of young individuals transitioning to independence.

Help us find good deals on furniture and household items through platforms like Facebook Marketplace, NextDoor, and Freecycle. Your efforts will help us gather essential items for the youth we serve.

Lead a field trip or a beginning bird walk in your local area. Whether it’s backyard birds or birds in your favorite valley, mountain, or coastal area, your leadership can help others appreciate birding.

Join us as a volunteer for the Golden Harvest Parade and help create a vibrant celebration of community and culture. Volunteers will assist with various tasks during the parade and festival, and students can earn community service hours certificates.

Help pick up donated furniture from the Yolo County community and deliver it to our storage units. This role is essential for ensuring we have the items needed for youth transitioning to independent living.

Help represent Yolo Bird Alliance at local events such as Duck Days and Farmer’s Markets. Volunteers will assist with staffing information tables and engaging with the community.

Join the annual Putah Creek Christmas Bird Count, which collects valuable data about species abundance and trends. Volunteers help organize and perform the count, compile data, and host a post-count potluck supper.

Join us in enhancing the overall well-being of dogs through education. Volunteers will help develop and implement educational programs that teach compassion and empathy towards animals, making a genuine difference in the community.

Production Assistants work alongside the backstage staff to support various aspects of theatre production. Responsibilities may include general stage support, prop management, and assisting technical teams with daily tasks.

Wardrobe Assistants manage costumes during performances, assisting actors with changes and ensuring garments are clean and repaired. This role is crucial for smooth show execution and maintaining costume integrity.

Support the hair and makeup team in preparing performers for stage. This includes assisting with wig styling, applying theatrical makeup, and ensuring all actors are ready for their cues and appearances.

Volunteers support various outreach and promotional activities for the festival. This can include assisting at farmers' markets, the annual Bard-B-Q fundraiser, and concerts, as well as general marketing efforts to engage the community.

Costume Drapers assist in the creation and fitting of theatrical costumes, working with patterns and fabrics. This role requires attention to detail and a passion for costume design and construction for stage productions.

Assist the lead costumer with various tasks related to costume production, maintenance, and organization. This can involve fabric preparation, minor alterations, and inventory management for theatrical wardrobes.

Support the lighting crew in setting up and operating stage lighting equipment. This includes hanging and focusing lights, running cables, and assisting with technical cues during rehearsals and performances.

Assist the sound team with audio equipment setup, microphone placement, and sound checks. This role ensures clear and effective audio delivery for performances and contributes to the overall theatrical experience.

Assist in the building and assembly of theatrical sets. This role involves working with tools and various materials to bring scenic designs to life, under the guidance of experienced builders and designers.

Paint Assistants contribute to the artistic finish of theatrical sets and props. This involves applying various paint techniques and colors to create textures and visual effects according to design specifications.