Outreach Volunteer: Booth at San Diego County Fair – Del Mar (Fair Admission Included)

Volunteers help our staff teach simple solutions on how to divert wasted food from the landfill, reduce harmful greenhouse gases like methane, and build healthy soils that feed our plants and hold water. 

At this event, you will engage community-members with our worm display, showcase our upcoming classes, and share information on other composting resources available to the public through Solana Center and our sponsors. Not to mention you will be in the festive environment of the fair! 

Volunteering at this event includes a free ticket to the fair and a vehicle pass, so you can enjoy the festivities before or after you volunteer. You will need to arrange to pick these up from Solana Center during the week before the event.

Volunteer Shift

• 3:00-6:30 (booth time 3:30-6:00)

• Shift time includes shuttle time to/from the parking lot. Volunteers are more than welcome to arrive early & stay late to enjoy the Fair!

• Please note: The address provided is the parking address.  (Not the published address on Jimmy Durante Blvd.)

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

• Attire: Wear clothes that are comfortable for standing in and appropriate to the weather. 

• Bring: Reusable water bottle, snacks for break-time.

• Experience Needed: Volunteers should possess basic knowledge of the composting process and have a passion for topics in sustainability. Additional training documents provided on event day.

• Age Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. All volunteers under the age of 18 must attend with a parent or guardian. 

• Physical Requirements: Must be willing to do hands-on work with worms and other compost critters! We typically engage passer-bys with our worm display, so it helps if you are comfortable handling our stars of the show! Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds (for set-up and break-down).