Volunteer
The yearly Haybelly reunion runs on volunteers in the literal sense of the word. No one makes money off of this event. All of the work put in is a labor of love!
Anyone wearing a Haybelly lanyard is a volunteer and is someone you can go to with any questions or concerns weekend of. If they don't know the answer, they will get it for you!
The Jolly Joggers, wearing yellow safety vests, a Haybelly Lanyard, and a backpack, are a sober harm reduction squad that roams the Haybelly grounds. They keep an eye on the festival and ward off any unsafe behaviors. The Jolly Joggers have a First Aid Kit and other helpful items in their backpacks they carry. They communicate with proper personnel in the event of a crisis. Jolly Joggers are not trained medical staff; they simply keep an eye on things and help out as needed.
We always want to have someone sober to drive in case of emergency. The Sober Driver can be spotted wearing a pink safety vest and Haybelly Lanyard. The Sober Driver always has a walkie on them so they can be quickly tracked down in case of a medical emergency that may need a trip to the hospital if an ambulance isn't needed.
Stay tuned for updates on how to become a weekend of Volunteer!
We have a great group of folks who are in charge of putting this festival together. Below are each committee head and what they do!​​​
Maestro - Kaeli Melin
Kaeli is in charge of making sure all committee heads are getting the things done they said they would and will be overseeing the festival weekend of to make sure everything goes smoothly in all aspects!
Last year’s maestro was Mitch Benson and next year’s maestro could be YOU!!! Email haybellyfestival@gmail.com, go to the contact page on this site, or let any of the below people know if interested.
Haybelly Council - Reagen Vaughan, Mara Peterson, Chad Hofland, Dante Leyva, and Jos Danielson
The Haybelly Committee is handpicked each year by the Maestro. The council is responsible for making some of the bigger decisions for Haybelly.
Communication Liaison - Kaeli Melin
It’s me, hi, I’ve been here the whole time! In charge of sending out emails and updating the website, comms liaison is in charge of updating y’all on the things you need to know about HB!
Liquids - Zack Deaven and Luke Hofland
These guys in charge of making sure the people get what they want when it comes to bevvies and port a potties.
Safety Heads - Calvin Leitch Lodge, Nathan Dingles, Joe O’Brien, and Mara Peterson
These homies make sure people are feeling safe! They are in charge of the Jolly Joggers, fantastic volunteers who walk around with high visibility vests and backpacks full of safety gear that might be needed during the fest. If you have any concerns or need medical attention (of any scale) please seek them out!
Sound - Mason Meyers and Adam Johnson
Sound is in charge of making sure the tunes are sounding good with the help of many volunteers! Catch them at the board or standing with brows furrowed staring at the stage.
Booking Head - Chad Hofland
In charge of booking the bands/talent, Chad has the very difficult job of putting the puzzle together that are the Haybelly sets. It isn’t as easy as you’d think!
Construction Head - Adam Peltier
The Construction Head plans and executes any construction projects on the grounds. Some projects from previous years include building the Woods outhouse and the Woods Stage.
Vendor Heads - Isaiah Heberlein and Ruby Sevilla
These folks organize an area for vendors to sell their wares at the festival. If you have any interest in vending, please send an email to haybellyfestival@gmail.com and we will get you connected with Isaiah. Band merch can be sold at the vendor tent too!
Transportation/Logistics Head - Erik Saxton
We need someone to make sure all the gear and necessities get up to Haybelly; that's where Erik comes in.
Treasurer - Andrew Altstdat
Andrew is our keeper of books! He keeps all of our monetary numbers in check.
Stage Manager / MC Heads - Jos Danielson and Danny Lewis
Our SM / MC's are in charge of keep the show running on stage and keeping the crowd informed the weekend of Haybelly.
Lighting Head - Solveig Bloomquist
Solveig is our lighting mastermind who has been at it for quite a few years! She makes sure that people have light where it’s needed, both on and offstage!
Lore Heads - Will Beaton and Ruby Sevilla
Our Lore Head puts on the Haybelly play and keeps the lore of Haybelly straight. Check out the Lore section of the website to experience the Haybelly Lore.
Food Head - Zach Shears
Zach, with help from friends, prepares a few meals over the weekend to be shared with the masses! Zach creates some absolute bangers, which may or may not be available at the festival like Jerk Chicken and Peanut stew.
Gate Head - Reagen Vaughan
The Gate Head oversees the entrance to Haybelly, our gate! They coordinate with the gate volunteers to make sure all who enter have a ticket, get their token (aka "wristband,) and park correctly in a designated location.
Site Head - Kyle Peterson
Kyle puts his arborist skills to great use at the Haybelly property. He ensures that the property is safe for us to camp and roam.
Activity Heads - Adam Peterson
and Ryan Beagan
These guys throw various activities throughout the weekend, including but not limited to beer pong, disc golf, and the yearly cribbage tournament!
Sustainability Head - Kathryn Jordan
Kathryn brainstorms ways to make our festival more sustainable. She also makes sure that all of the garbage and recycling produced outside of campsites make it off the grounds.
