Welcome & Guest Services
Greet guests, answer questions and distribute maps.
The Smoke & Soul Volunteer Crew
Bring your heart. Help build the soul.
Help welcome East Texas to BBQ, blues, family fun and community at Lear Park in Longview. Every welcoming face helps bring Kidd Camp Inc.’s mission to life.
October 23, 2027 · Lear Park
A place for your time and talents.
Choose a team, share your availability and help build the founding year. All roles receive orientation and a designated captain. Only assignments you accept count as confirmed shifts.
Admissions & Check-In
Assist with ticket scanning, wristbands and volunteer check-in. Training provided; payment issues go to a supervisor.
Vendor & Smoke Row Support
Help vendors find spaces and relay requests. No cooking or food handling unless separately approved.
Family & Kids Zone Support
Welcome families and assist with activities and lines under supervision. This is not childcare.
Stage & Entertainment Support
Check in performers and relay schedules. No electrical, rigging or technical work.
Hospitality
Welcome volunteers and partners and replenish approved supplies.
Accessibility & Information
Explain routes and connect guests with assistance. No lifting, medical support or personal care.
Setup & Cleanup
Place signs, prepare stations and collect litter. Light-duty options available.
Flexible Support Crew
Cover breaks and help where needed, within your training and abilities.
What to expect
Ages 16 and up
Volunteers ages 16–17 need parent/guardian consent and captain supervision with age-appropriate duties. Adults may receive independent assignments after orientation.
Your crew essentials
Event T-shirt, hat and a food-and-drink coupon. Your recognition safety vest is provided for the shift and returned at checkout.
A shift that fits
Tell us your availability for setup, festival day or cleanup. Exact dates and times will be offered when the operating schedule is ready. Light-duty and seated assignments can be discussed.
From signup to festival day
- Share role interests and availability.
- The coordinator reviews your response and verifies guardian consent where needed.
- Receive a shift offer with the role, Central Time hours, captain and check-in point.
- Accept, request another shift or decline through your private signup link.
- Complete orientation, check in, and return your vest at shift checkout.
Questions, changes, group inquiries or a lost private link? Email kiddcamp@stellakidd.com. No automatic email or text reminders are currently sent; save your private link and check back for assignment updates.
Already registered?
Open the private link you saved after signup to update availability or respond to a shift offer. If you no longer have it, contact the coordinator with your name and signup reference. Do not submit a second signup.
Before you arrive
What should I wear and bring?
Your assignment will include clothing, footwear, weather preparation and check-in instructions. Wear the provided safety vest during your shift. Distribution of shirts, hats and coupons will be explained before the event.
Can I volunteer with a group?
Yes—include your group name. Each person must register separately; youth participation requires individual guardian consent. Working the same shift is subject to coverage needs.
What if my plans change?
Update your private record or contact the coordinator promptly. For an event-day issue, use the captain contact provided in your final instructions.
What duties are outside volunteer roles?
Volunteers do not replace licensed security, medical or technical professionals. Do not direct road traffic, lift guests, provide personal care, operate powered equipment or handle alcohol under these general assignments. Refer concerns to your captain or the event safety lead.
Parking, breaks and service hours?
Volunteer parking, breaks, orientation and service-hour verification instructions will accompany confirmed assignments. Public festival hours and detailed site arrangements remain to be announced.