Critter Crew
Critter Crew Members,​
Now that you have invested time in our class, and are part of our Critter Crew 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 Programming 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!
Critter Barn's 26th Annual Live Nativity is coming up, and we need YOUR help to make this event a success! Every Critter Crew member is invited to be a shepherd or angel, helping us recreate the scene of the first Christmas.
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If you’d like to participate, please sign up for one of the rehearsal dates below:
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Rehearsal Dates:
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Thursday, November 20 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
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Monday, November 24 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
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Tuesday, November 25 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
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Interested in a lead role?
Volunteers age 12+ can be Mary or Joseph. If you’d like to take on one of these roles, please email Makayla at volunteer@critterbarn.org.
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Join us and be part of this cherished tradition as we share the story of Christmas with our community!
Critter Crew Field Trips!​
We have a new EXCITING opportunity for our Critter Crew members in 2025... Critter Crew Field Trips! Each month we will plan a visit to area farms or agricultural businesses to learn more about farming, animal welfare, and careers in the Ag Industry!
See below for more information.
Critter Crew Shifts​
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Thank you for your interest in joining the Critter Crew at Critter Barn!
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Before signing up for shifts, you'll need to complete a few steps:
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Fill out the Critter Crew Application
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Pay the $100 Membership Fee – After submitting your application, you’ll receive an invoice via Square. If you took Critter Camp in 2025, your membership was included in your class fee.
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Get Approved – Once your payment is received, your application will be approved, and you'll be able to register for shifts at the farm and traveling events!
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If you have any questions, please reach out to Makayla Brewer, Programming Coordinator, at volunteer@critterbarn.org.
We can't wait to see you at the farm!
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.
