Craigslist Ad Seeks 'Generic Father Figure' For Spokane Barbecue

SPOKANE, WA — Attention all dads and dad-like people: A bunch of young people living on their own in Spokane are looking for a "generic father figure" to help with a backyard barbecue on June 17. Before you ask whether this is a joke, it's not. The ad is really seeking a man to come to the BBQ to hang out and "talk about things, like lawnmowers, building your own deck, Jimmy Buffet, etc."

The ad was created by Spokane resident Dane Anderson, according to KHQ, because he and his friends, well, miss their dads.

"We just thought it would be a little better because we don't really live with our fathers," he told KHQ.

Think you're up for the role? Here's the ad:

To interested individuals,We will be throwing a backyard BBQ on June 17th to celebrate beer and each other. We range in age from 21-26, and while most of us know how to operate a grill, none of us are prepared to fill the role of "BBQ Dad"

That being said, we are in need of a generic father figure from 4PM to about 8PM (though you may stay the full duration of the party). Duties include:

• Grilling hamburgers and hotdogs (whilst drinking beer)
• Bringing your own grill (though this is subject to change. We will provide all of the meat)
• Refer to all attendees as "Big Guy', "Chief", "Sport", "Champ" etc. (whilst drinking beer)
• Talk about dad things, like lawnmowers, building your own deck, Jimmy Buffet, etc.
• Funny anecdotes are highly encouraged. All whilst drinking beer.

Desired experience:

• A minimum of 18 years experience as a father
• A minimum of 10 years grilling experience
• An appreciation of a nice, cold beer on a hot summer day

We can't pay you in money, BUT we can give you all the food and cold beer your heart desires. Grill for a few hours, then sit back and crack open a few cold ones with the boys. THIS IS A REAL AD. Do not hesitate to call if you are interested. Preference will be given to applicants named Bill, Randy, or Dave. Send us an email with a selfie and a little about yourself!

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