Posted on 6 May 2010

For some, Halloween is an excuse to dress up in costumes and have a good time with friends; for others it is also an opportunity to volunteer. Halloween this year is no exception. There are several opportunities to partake in, ranging from a children's coloring contest, tram rides in the park, spooky displays on the hunted trail or guiding tours through haunted trail. "There is a lot to do right now. It is a great time for community service," said CSO President Dan Casella. If you desire a more interactive and ghostly experience, volunteer at the Haunted Trail. Volunteers are needed to set up and take down decorations, lead tours, and dress up as the ghosts of virulent patients and sketchy, uncertified doctors. We also need event support volunteers on Friday, Oct. 22 and Saturday, Oct. 23 working the main entrance. Those interested can attend Haunted Woods planning meetings on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010, Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010, Thursday Sept. 30, 2010, Tuesday, October 5, 2010, Wednesday, October 13, 2010 and Thursday, October 21, 2010. All meetings will be at 7:00 pm at the recreation hall (parking lot#3) at Hillsborough River State Park. All volunteers will need to submit a Florida State Park Volunteer application to participate in this event: