The Florida Woodturning Symposium is a non-profit organization entirely run by volunteers. The success of every symposium is due in part to the many individuals who volunteer for a variety of tasks before, during, and after the event. Volunteering is a great way to meet other passionate people and have a major impact on the success of the symposium.

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Who Should Volunteer?

Anyone with a love for woodturning, community, or simply lending a hand! Whether you’re a woodturner, spouse, partner, family member, or friend, your time and energy help make the symposium come to life. Except for Videographers, no experience is needed — just a willingness to pitch in and be part of something extraordinary.

​Why Volunteer?

• Support the art and craft of woodturning and give back to the community that inspires you
• Get a behind-the-scenes look at how a Symposium comes together
• Play a vital role in creating an unforgettable experience for attendees from around the globe
• Meet incredible people who share your enthusiasm, creativity, and generosity of spirit
• Join a team of passionate makers who know how to work hard and have fun

What Do Volunteers Do?

Volunteers are needed to help with the following activities: FWS Setup, Vendor Setup, Registration, Videography, Demonstration Room Clean up, and FWS/Vendor Breakdown.

FWS Setup – assist with equipment setup, room and symposium floor setup

Vendor Setup – assist vendors with unloading and moving product and equipment to their booth

Demonstration Room Clean up – upon completion of each demonstration rotation, clean debris from turning area and help setup for the next demonstrator.

Registration – assist in the registration processing of attendees

Videographer (Videographers receive a stipend and must be approved and attend training) – run video equipment used to project the demonstrations so they can be viewed on the TV screens by attendees.

FWS Breakdown – assist in equipment breakdown and removal, breakdown of symposium floor.

Vendor Breakdown – assist vendors in removing and loading product and equipment.

Prior to the symposium you will receive an email confirming your interest in volunteering.  Upon arrival and each day of the symposium that you perform volunteer duties you are asked to go to the volunteer sign in desk.