Volunteer Training

The Farmed Animal Immersive (FAI) is a one-of-a-kind, full-day training designed specifically for Disaster Service Workers (DSWs). This hands-on, immersive experience equips participants with species-specific knowledge, essential skills, and the confidence to assess, handle, and respond effectively to the unique needs of farmed animals. Through real-life situational drills and immersive learning with farmed animals, responders... [Continue Reading]

The Farmed Animal Immersive (FAI) is a one-of-a-kind, full-day training designed specifically for Disaster Service Workers (DSWs). This hands-on, immersive experience equips participants with species-specific knowledge, essential skills, and the confidence to assess, handle, and respond effectively to the unique needs of farmed animals. Through real-life situational drills and immersive learning with farmed animals, responders... [Continue Reading]

Napa CART volunteers will receive updated training on the shelter intake process and care protocols. Volunteers who intend to work hands-on in the shelter will have the opportunity to satisfy the shelter fitness requirements to lift 50lbs of weight. In addition, attendees will receive key updates to Napa CART participation and training requirements. Lunch will... [Continue Reading]

9:30am check in, 10:00am-2:00pm Napa CART and CVET personnel will train volunteers on shelter intake procedures, including small animal handling and first aid, biosecurity, crate setup, forms, and shelter staging and orientation. Napa CART t-shirt, long pants, closed toe shoes, gloves and sun protection recommended. There is pre-work required for this skills training. Please watch... [Continue Reading]