Pre-Session

2025 DATES

Pre-Session 1 | May 4 – 7
Pre-Session 2 | May 19 – 22

Each May, volunteers generously help Haystack staff prepare the campus for the coming season. Volunteers stay on the stunning Haystack campus and enjoy the incredible food served up by our Kitchen team, all in exchange for their loving labor. Jobs range from hauling wood, painting, replacing decking, grooming the grounds, organizing and cleaning studios, helping out in the office or library, and so much more! Volunteer time can range from several hours to several days. Did we mention there are commemorative T-shirts?

Pre-Session is a long-running tradition at Haystack, and we love that so many people—both new and returning—are so interested in participating!

All individuals interested in attending Pre-Session need to complete an application. Please note that space in this program is limited and it is very popular, so we may not be able to accept all interested applicants.

Important Dates

March 21 | Application Deadline
March 28 | Notification to applicants

Application Closed for 2025

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