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National Wiener Dog Racing Association and City of Millcreek announce the third annual Millcreek Doxie Derby, returning bigger, better and setting records in the world of wiener dog racing. Local Dachshunds aka Wiener Dogs aka Doxies will race for glory, prizes and belly rubs at this friendly competition on the 75 foot track at the Millcreek Common!
There will be a mandatory training for our volunteers on March 21st at noon at The Millcreek Common. Some roles are split into different shifts with the times ranging from 1pm-4pm and 4pm-7pm.
Want to get up close with these tail-wagging wiener racers? Check out our volunteer roles below, for a pawsome time!
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Shifts (11)
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setup 12:00pm-3:00pm | 12:00pm (MT) | 3:00pm (MT) | It's all paws on deck! Come and get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to make Millcreek Common all "Doxie-d" out. Work with our Events Team to setup the greatest race you'll ever see! Volunteers must be able to lift 25lbs+ and stand for the duration of... | 3/3 | Over |
| Yappy Hour Support 4:00pm-7:00pm | 4:00pm (MT) | 7:00pm (MT) | Join us for the Doxie Derby Pre-Pawty! Volunteers will help with general event support such as greeting our furry friends and any other duties that may arise! Volunteers need to be able to lift 25lbs+ and stand for the duration of their shift. | 3/5 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bark-tique 1:00pm-4:00pm (Merch Booth) | 1:00pm (MT) | 4:00pm (MT) | The Bark-tique is our official hub for all things "long and low"! As a Merch Booth Assistant you'll help fans commemorate the day with Doxie Derby tees and other pup-themed keepsakes! | 0/1 | Over |
| Ticket Checker 1:00pm-4:30pm | 1:00pm (MT) | 4:30pm (MT) | Join us to welcome our fans and furry athletes at the entrance! You’ll handle the digital check-ins, be the first point of contact, and answer questions. It's important to keep a paws-itive attitude! | 5/6 | Over |
| Wiener Racer Registration 1:00pm-5:00pm | 1:00pm (MT) | 5:00pm (MT) | You’ll be the first point of contact for our "low-rider" competitors, confirming their heat assignments, and making sure every pup is officially ready to rumble. It’s the ultimate role for someone who wants to meet every single dachshund before they sprint for glory! Must complete pre-event training on 3/21. | 5/5 | Over |
| Doxie Paw-trol 1:30pm-4:00 pm (Security) | 1:30pm (MT) | 4:00pm (MT) | Doxie Paw-trol will be placed at various places around the plaza to ensure that alcohol stays within the racing grounds and no "stray dogs" wander in closed off areas. Ensuring that all of our patrons and can have a tail-wagging good time! | 2/6 | Over |
| The Pit Crew 1:30pm-4:30pm (Volunteer Booth Assistant) | 1:30pm (MT) | 4:30pm (MT) | The Pit Crew assists in the volunteer booth, helping volunteers (and their furry friends) check-in, stay hydrated, and have a paw-some time!
It’s the perfect role for someone who wants to stay in the heart of the action and ensure every human and hound has a world-class experience! | 1/1 | Over |
| Doxie Paw-trol 4:00pm-7:00pm (Security) | 4:00pm (MT) | 7:00pm (MT) | Doxie Paw-trol will be placed at various places around the plaza to ensure that alcohol stays within the racing grounds and no "stray dogs" wander in closed off areas. Ensuring that all of our patrons and can have a tail-wagging good time! | 6/6 | Over |
| The Bark-tique 4:00pm-7:00pm (Merch Booth) | 4:00pm (MT) | 7:00pm (MT) | The Bark-tique is our official hub for all things "long and low"! As a Merch Booth Assistant you'll help fans commemorate the day with Doxie Derby tees and other pup-themed keepsakes! | 1/1 | Over |
| The Pit Crew 4:00pm-7:00pm (Volunteer Booth Assistant) | 4:00pm (MT) | 7:00pm (MT) | The Pit Crew assists in the volunteer booth, helping volunteers (and their furry friends) check-in, stay hydrated, and have a paw-some time!
It’s the perfect role for someone who wants to stay in the heart of the action and ensure every human and hound has a world-class experience! | 1/1 | Over |
| Tear Down 7:00pm-10:00pm | 7:00pm (MT) | 10:00pm (MT) | Everything must come down! Welcome to the exact opposite of setup. Once the event is finished we will need help to clean everything up! Volunteers need to be able to lift 25lbs+ and stand for the duration of their shift. | 0/4 | Over |
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