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Deadline: May 02, 2026 6:00 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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NC Fossil Festival
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Date: May 23, 2026 10:00 am - May 24, 2026 6:00 pm (EST)
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400 Main Street, Aurora, North Carolina 27806, United States

About the event

The North Carolina Fossil Festival celebrates the Aurora Fossil Museum and the state's rich fossil record. Join us for a family-friendly event steeped in tradition and Southern charm. Activities include digging for fossils, fossil displays, fossil auction, educational displays by partner nonprofit organizations, mining & engineering zone, live entertainment, food, craft, & fossil vendors, dinosaur shows, kid zone, teen activities, and much, much more!
Aurora Fossil Museum
Aurora Fossil Museum
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Aurora Fossil Museum
Aurora Fossil Museum
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About the application

Are you a people person? Do you have an outgoing personality? Are you good at answering questions and providing information? Then join our Paleo Crew! Paleo Zone Volunteers Should: -- Work outdoors to greet festival attendees and direct them to the Paleo Zone -- Assist displayers with unloading, setup, take-down, and loading of their exhibits -- Relieve displayers for lunch and short breaks -- Monitor building and restrooms to ensure cleanliness and orderliness -- Assist with fossil identification -- Assist festival attendees with the event map and schedule of events/activities Volunteer Perks: 4+ hours: Receive an NC Fossil Festival Crew shirt! 6+ hours: Receive lunch on us and an NC Fossil Festival Crew shirt! 12+ hours: Receive lunch on us, an NC Fossil Festival Crew shirt, and an NC Fossil Festival shirt! 20+ hours: Receive all of the above, plus some sweet NCFF swag! Each volunteer slot is on a first-come, first-served basis, so sign up ASAP! To view shifts and sign up, please see below.

Terms & Conditions

Please read all the information below before beginning your application. As a volunteer, you are responsible for understanding all Terms and Conditions. You agree to all North Carolina Fossil Festival Terms and Conditions by submitting your application. -- Applying does not guarantee acceptance to help during the festival. -- Only applications submitted through this webpage will be accepted. -- Applications are due by 6 pm EST on May 02, 2026 (so we can order shirts, food, and swag). -- Volunteers will be notified via email of the decision. -- Following the approval email, the approved volunteers will receive information regarding the volunteer introduction training date and check-in locations. By submitting this application, I agree to hold the Aurora Fossil Museum Foundation, Inc., the Town of Aurora, and the North Carolina Fossil Festival harmless for any injury or loss to any person, equipment, property, or goods for any cause whatsoever. I also agree that the stated organizations cannot be held responsible for any claims for damage, injury, or loss arising from or in connection with, or during, the North Carolina Fossil Festival. Volunteers who do not adhere to the terms and conditions will be asked to leave and will not be permitted to participate in future North Carolina Fossil Festivals.

Shifts

Title Location Time Slots available Hours
Saturday: Shift 1 Paleo Zone May 23, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 4 4
Saturday: Shift 2 Paleo Zone May 23, 2026 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 4 4
Saturday: Shift 3 Paleo Zone May 23, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 4 4

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Volunteer information

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  • Age
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  • Emergency contacts
  • T-shirt size

Additional information

  • T-shirt size
  • By Signing, You Agree With Our Terms and Conditions
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