Volunteers
We need your assistance to make this event a success and we truly value your participation. Please take a look at the various assignments needed to
be filled. Please keep in mind that young children are not permitted to volunteer for any assignments. Print out the
Volunteer Response Form and
follow the instructions to return it to us by May 12, 2010.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Volunteers will process race day registrations, greet runners / walkers, staff information areas and offer assistance as needed. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 6:30 a.m. and work until 10:00 a.m.
TEE SHIRT DISTRIBUTION:
Volunteers will distribute tee shirts to runners/walkers on the morning of the race. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 6:30 a.m. and work until 10:00 a.m.
RACE DAY SET UP:
Volunteers will help set up tables, unload heavy boxes, hang signage, etc. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 6:00 a.m. and work until 9:00 a.m.
RACE DAY CLEAN UP:
Volunteers will help break down tables, load heavy boxes, take down signage, garbage disposal, and general cleanup. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 12:00 noon and work until 4:00 p.m.
BARBEQUE:
Volunteers will help set up barbeque area, assist in cooking and distributing food, and clean up. Report to Chef at 9:00 a.m. and work until 1:00 p.m.
WATER STOP:
Volunteers will be transported to the water stop (approx 1 mile on course) and set up and distribute water to passing runners/walkers. This assignment also includes cleaning up the area before completion. (This is a great assignment for a large group of volunteers who wish to remain together.) Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 9:00 a.m. and work until 11:30 a.m.
GEAR CHECK:
Volunteers will collect and store runner's gear until it is picked up following the completion of the race. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 7:00 a.m. and work until 1:00 p.m
COURSE MARSHAL:
Course Marshals will be on the course directing runners/walkers, assisting with traffic control and monitoring the safety of our participants. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 8:00 a.m. and work until 12:00 noon
FINISH LINE:
Volunteers will be stationed at the finish line to direct finishers, distribute finisher's towel, water, and general clean up of the area to ensure the roadway opens in a timely manner. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 9:00 a.m. and work until 12:00 noon
CHILDREN'S FUN RUN:
Volunteers will assist in the coordination of children's races, and distribute medals. Report to Volunteer Coordinator at 11:00 a.m. and work until 1:00 p.m.
AREA CAPTAIN:
Volunteers must be responsible adults willing to assume command and oversee other volunteers in one of the above areas (please select preferred area). This position requires the captain to volunteer the entire day and attend a pre-race meeting in NYC on the evening of Wednesday, May 12, 2010.