Paw Palooza has arrived!
Here we are just a couple days away!!! Thank you SO VERY MUCH for signing up to help out at Paw Palooza! Here are some details for the third Agway of Cape Cod’s PAW PALOOZA on July 14 & 15! Please read through this email prior to arriving. It has the majority of the details you’ll need to know as a Palooza Patrol Team Member.
LOCATION:
Dennis Yarmouth Regional High School, 210 Station Ave, Yarmouth, MA. On the fields behind the school
PARKING:
When you are facing the school, vendor parking will be on the LEFT side of the building. You’ll see signage at the entrance to that lot (overhead shot below).
VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN: Volunteer tent is located directly to the left of the Entrance Tent, up against the school.
>>EVENT SCHEDULE
>>FESTIVAL PROGRAM
WHEN YOU ARRIVE
You’ll be stopped at the Vendor Check-In in the back of the school where we’ll get
your info and you’ll be given a festival map that shows your booth location. You will
be directed to the Vendor Unloading Zone where you can drop off your supplies
before exiting the unloading zone to park.
PARKING
When you are facing the school, vendor parking will be on the LEFT side of the
building. You’ll see signage and a parking attendant at the entrance to that lot
(overhead shot below).
PALOOZA PATROL ASSIGNMENTS:
Here’s a list of various activities and posts you may be charged with. Click on the link for a full description.
Please note, there are so many moving parts to this event and the staffing needs might change pending circumstances.
Kids’ Zone: Inflatables & Temporary Tattoos
Parking – Vendor Assist – DockDogs – Field Runners
Cooling Zone: Pool Pavilion, Misting Tents, Frozen Dog Treats
Spa Zone: Puppy Facials and Pet Paint Stencils
Doggie Fun Zone: Radar Run & Lure Course
Paw Merchandise and Roaming Sales Carts
FIELD MAP
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Visit our website: www.PawPaloozaCapeCod.com to get up-to-speed on what’s happening
- Here’s the event schedule: http://pawpaloozacapecod.com/event-schedule/ (also included at the bottom of this email).
- Some of the activities may not be open ALL the time, depending on staffing availability. i.e. Radar Run, Pawticures, and Doggie Massages.
- We have a private security guard that will be monitoring the field overnight on Friday and Saturday.
- Volunteers will receive a $10 Agway gift card in the mail after the event. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery.
- Turn on your steps monitor, lots of walking! Wear comfortable shoes and a hat.
- T-Shirts: Each volunteer will receive one t-shirt upon arrival. Supplies are very limited, please only take one.
- Palooza merchandise will be available for sale at the Entrance, Agway Tent, Exit, and Roaming Sales carts.
SAFETY
- If you see a dog fight or bite, please report it to a Paw Palooza staff member and ask the dog owner to report immediately to the Yarmouth Animal Control Officer Booth. The booth is stationed next to the Doggie Free-Play Zones near the back of the high school building.
- If you see a dog owner that does not have good control of their dog, or their dog is exhibiting aggressive/fearful behavior, report it immediately to a Paw Palooza staff member or the Animal Control Officer.
- All dogs are required to be on a leash no longer than 6-feet in length. All retractable/flexi leads must stay in locked position at 6’ or less at all times.
- In the event that someone needs medical attention, there is an ambulance staffed with EMTs located near the Volunteer Tent.
- Wear a hat, sunscreen, and stay hydrated!
EXPECTATIONS:
- Our #1 Priority is safety, and a very close #2 is FUN! We want to make sure attendees are enjoying themselves. Smile, be positive, and interactive!
- Hiding under all the fun and games, the ultimate goal of Paw Palooza is to raise $$$ for the Cape’s well-deserving animal welfare organizations – the Animal Rescue League of Boston in Brewster and the MSPCA in Centerville. Encourage guests to visit the raffle tent to buy raffle tickets, and check out the paw palooza merchandise: t-shirts, hats, cups, beach towels, doggie gear, and more!
- Be sure to relieve each other to take occasional breaks throughout your shift to see the sights and other activities. However, be cognizant of this time out of respect for your teammates.
- Check-in with the supervisor at the Volunteer tent prior to leaving at the end of your shift.
ON-SITE CONTACTS:
If you need to locate a Palooza Patrol Captain, look for one of us with a two-way radio. If they can’t help you, they can quickly locate the right person to find the answer.
- Jessica Thomas, Organizer 508-237-1971 (You can find me either at the Agway tent or at the DockDogs competitor area)
- Ally Piper – Marketing & Signage – 603-496-5019
- Marci Tyldesley, Publicist – Show Ring – Doggie U – logistics (pretty much everything) 508-317-4345
- Amy Levine, Vendor and Sponsor coordinator 774-994-3623
- Josh Wile, Field ‘Go-To’ 508-237-6158 (The guy with the visor probably driving around in a golf cart)
- Matt McCollow – Agway Tent Captain.
- Lizzie Jenks, Raffle Coordinator
- Dragos Mincu, Volunteer & Staff Captain 774-212-4530
- Susan Wile – Jack of All trades & signage
OTHER NOTES:
- Water, snacks, lunch and phone charging stations are available to you at the Volunteer Check-In Tent.
- We’ve got an amazing array of vendors and sponsors both within the pet industry as well as local retailers of human apparel and home services, we’re super excited for you to check them out!
- The addition of the raffle this year is HUGE!!! There’s something for everyone! Tickets are $5 each or 10 for $20. And, who can resist a CASH PRIZE raffle??!!! Prizes are $1,500, $750, $500, $250, and $100. Those tix are $10 each. Raffle entries do not need to be present to win. Winners will be drawn after the event closing and they’ll be contacted by phone. Prizes will be picked up at Agway of Dennis.
- Yes, volunteers and Agway staff are eligible for the raffle!
- We have a private security guard that will be monitoring the field overnight on Friday and Saturday.
- Ask vendors to lower their tents to half-mast upon leaving for the day.
- Volunteers will receive a $10 Agway gift card when they arrive at the volunteer tent.
- Facebook event (please follow, engage, and share!): https://www.facebook.com/events/1710700535906772/
- Take pics! Tag your photos with our official hashtag: #SeeDogsFly
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS:
If you’re wondering who does all the organizing for Paw Palooza, it’s mainly a small group of Agway employees and colleagues.
- Jess Thomas: Your fearless leader and co-owner of Agway.
- Ally Piper: All things marketing, graphic design, advertising, and coordination (and really so much more). She’s the glue to the whole event!
- Marci Tyldesly: Public Relations, Logistics, Performance coordination (and lots and lots of little details). Owe her many thanks, since she’s actually the true originator of this event! She coordinated all the festivals when the Animal Rescue League was putting them on in Orleans and Brewster.
- Amy Levine: Sponsor and Vendor Coordinator. New to this year’s core team!
- Rebecca Wood: Treasurer and Agway’s Controller. Makes sure we’re staying on budget!
- Katie Jones: Marketing Assistant, A/V Expert, and the BEST intern ever!!!
- Josh Wile: Jess’s brother and co-owner of Agway. The expert on-site event executor. There’s a lot of stuff that needs to be gathered, organized, and brought to the field – he covers it all!
- Susan Wile: Chief Handywoman, she’s always got the vision! (Also Josh & Jess’s mom) This woman can do it all!
- Lizzie Jenks: Raffle Coordinator & Dennis store manager – helps remember all the details!
- Matt McCollow: Agway booth, Assistant Buyer at Agway.
- Rochelle Broughton aka Sparkles: Admissions Coordinator, Chief IT engineer (sort of :-p) and bringer of positive vibes.
- Dragos Mincu: Agway’s Operations Manager. Chief Palooza enforcer, safety officer, and delegator.
- Nicki Duval: Chief Palooza Merchandiser and Agway’s Office Manager
Many, MANY thanks to the many superstar Agway team members that put in so many extra hours and 110% to help ensure Paw Palooza’s success!
And to all of you, thank you for your generous contribution of time and manpower. it wouldn’t happen without out you!!!! We are anticipating a tremendous turnout, and looking forward having a TON of fun, while raising some ‘beaucoup bucks’ for Animal Rescue League and MSPCA shelters on the Cape.
The most important part:
Be safe, and HAVE FUN!!!!
Thank you so much for donating your time and efforts for this, we are so grateful!!!
THE TEAM