The City of Santa Clarita is looking for teens and adults age 16 years and older to volunteer at the 2011 Cowboy Festival, , taking place at various locations across the City from Wednesday, April 27, through Sunday, May 1.

Those interested in volunteering for a variety of positions available must attend a mandatory Volunteer Round-Up at 7 p.m. Monday March 21 at the Santa Clarita Activities Center.

“The Cowboy Festival is one of Santa Clarita’s premier events and a great opportunity for volunteers to learn new skills as well as give back to the community,” commented Mayor Marsha McLean. “In addition to receiving free admission to the weekend festival, volunteers will also enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the award-winning event and Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio.”

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With events happening at various locations around the City, numerous volunteer opportunities are available during the five day Cowboy Festival including shuttle hosts, assisting with registration, safety patrol, ushering, food court, merchandise, and more.

At the 2011 Cowboy Festival Volunteer Round-Up, both seasoned ranch hands and new cowpokes will learn more about the event, get first choice on volunteer opportunities, and enter free drawings for Cowboy Festival merchandise.

The Santa Clarita Room can be found on the first floor of the Activities Center, located at 20880 Centre Pointe Parkway.

For more information about the Volunteer Round-Up or to RSVP, please contact Susana Coronel, Volunteer Services Supervisor for the City’s Community Services Division, at (661) 250-3708 or scoronel@santa-clarita.com.