Park After Dark is the C&O Canal Trust’s annual fundraising gala in support of the C&O Canal National Historical Park. This unique event, held under the stars, will welcome nearly 200 guests to enjoy great food, libations, a campfire, music, and more…all to benefit the C&O Canal!
Volunteers are needed for the following shifts:
- Friday Setup Shift – September 16, 10 am – 1 pm
- Saturday Setup Shift 1 – September 17, 9 am – 12 pm
- Saturday Setup Shift 2 – September 17, 1 pm – 4 pm
- Saturday Event Shift – September 17, 4 pm – 10 pm
- Sunday Cleanup Shift – September 18, 10 am – 1 pm
Friday Setup Shift Tasks:
- Set up folding tables and chairs
- Set up bar and bar lights
- Decorations and décor
Please Note:
- Please wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes. We will be outdoors on mowed grass/slightly uneven ground the entire time.
- Water and snacks will be provided for volunteers, but lunch will not.
- Restrooms will be nearby.
- Minimum volunteer age is 12. All youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. The C&O Canal Trust does not assume responsibility for minors.
- SSL hours will be available at all shifts. Please bring SSL forms with you.
- Please let us know if you are unable to make it. In the event that we need to cancel, we will notify you via email.
You are registering for:
Friday Setup Shift
September 16, 10am – 1pm
To register, please visit here. Please register each person separately.(Do not use the "Respond" function in the posting.)
Please note that each individual will need to have both the VSA and Media Release forms filled out, signed by hand, and brought with them when they volunteer. Once you submit your registration, you will receive links to each of these forms.
For more information about Park After Dark, please visit the event page.
For more information about the C&O Canal Trust and our work, please visit here.
For further information or questions, please email volunteer@canaltrust.org.
We hope to see you there!
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.
