Because of the size and complexity of Equine Affaire, we are very dependent upon our large staff of volunteers to ensure the successful production of the show. As you know, Equine Affaire is all about horses, and there will be many horses on hand throughout the four days of the event. The volunteer program is coordinated by Cathy Quesenberry from an office to be announced on the grounds. You may work more than two shifts in one day and credit those shifts towards a four-day show pass. It will be necessary to commit and work ten or more hours to earn a four-day show pass.
All volunteers are responsible for their own meals, travel expenses and accommodations.
Limited beverages and snacks will be available in the Volunteer Office during show hours. Because of the nature of much of the work that volunteers are asked to do, we cannot accept volunteers for most staff positions who are under19 years of age. However, younger volunteers can work on the Barn Crew. We make every effort to schedule volunteers so that they do not work during the times that they want to attend certain clinics or seminars, but there are no guarantees. We will try to accommodate all scheduling preferences.