🌿 Sacred Reciprocity
☼ Volunteer ☼ Work with us ☼ Join the team ☼
At the Hawk, we don’t see events as something we “put on” for an audience.
We see our events as something we co-create together.
As Permaculture farmers, Sacred Reciprocity is a value we hold dear.
A core principle of permaculture - never take more than you give.
This principle is the backbone of our volunteer exchange program,
a way to step into the inner weave of the gathering, while giving back to the land that supports you.
This page offers a big-picture overview of how volunteering works across our events.
Each gathering is unique.
Specific roles, schedules, and needs will be shared on each event page and through direct communication with our team.
🔁 The Exchange
In exchange for the ticket price, we welcome you to come work on the land! Contribute to the health of the whole in ways you are excited about. Join a stellar team and attend with purpose.
To participate:
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You fill out the volunteer application form!
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You purchase your ticket in advance
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You complete the orientation, and all assigned shifts
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You receive a full reimbursement after completion! (Partial completion leads to partial reimbursment of the ticket price)
This structure ensures commitment, accountability, and a smooth experience for everyone!
Shifts are:
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~4-6 h long per day.
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You'll be asked to work one shift a day.
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May be asked to participate in the set up (1 day before) and break down of the event (1 day after)
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We offer one free meal for each volunteer shift!
Roles and Opportunities
🛠️ Volunteer Roles
These are examples of the teams you can sign up for, and may be placed into.
Not every role is needed at every event.
Final roles are shared per gathering.
Each team will have a designated team lead! Let us know on the volunteer form if you are interested in that. If you do a great job, we'd love to hire you for future events.
🌾 Land & Build Crew
Help prepare and restore the land — setup, teardown, firewood, site care
🚗 Parking & Arrival
Guide guests onto the land with clarity and warmth
🎟️ Welcome Team
Check-in, box office, wristbands, guest support
🛡️ Safety & Security Team
Help maintain a safe, grounded environment through calm awareness, clear communication, and supportive presence
🩺 Medic & Wellness Support
Provide basic wellness support and assist the lead medic team when needed
🌱 Kid's Corner
Help create a welcoming, attentive environment for families and little ones during family-friendly gatherings
🔥 Fire & Evening Support
Tending the fire, supporting transitions into the night
🍲 Kitchen & Food Support
Assist with meals, dish flow, and cleanup
🎨 Sanctuary & Space Holding
Care for ceremonial spaces and shared environments
🧭 Structure & Leadership
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All volunteers report to the Volunteer Coordinator
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Larger events may include Team Leads for each department
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You will receive your team, role, and schedule in advance
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You will attend an orientation online call and attend an in person orientation to get to know the team, and understand the layout of your role and responsibilities.
⏳ Shifts
Exact timing and needs vary by event and will be communicated ahead of time.
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Shifts may take place before, during, or after the event
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Standard structure is two 4-hour shifts, subject to shifting depending on event needs
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The Volunteer Coordinator will communicate all expectations to you ahead of time!
🔔 Required Commitments 🔔
To be selected to participate, you must:
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Attend a pre-event volunteer powwow (orientation)
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Arrive on time for all assigned shifts
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Sign in and sign out for each shift
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Maintain clear, timely communication with the Volunteer Coordinator
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Show up with presence, responsibility, and care
If something changes for you, communication is everything.
⚖️ Accountability ⚖️
Ticket reimbursement is issued after all shifts are completed
Missed or incomplete shifts may result in partial or no reimbursement
Lack of communication may affect eligibility for future participation
