Volunteering is Fun!

One of the critical ingredients in a successful event is volunteers. Volunteers make it possible to conduct a safe, well-organized event. Whether it’s a running, cycling or multi-sport event, volunteers are needed in a variety of areas. In all cases, volunteers will find their task fun and exciting. At the end of the day, they'll feel like they made a valuable contribution to the success of the race. They will also feel appreciated – these athletes are known to be a very appreciative group.

Volunteer Registration

We have various volunteer jobs which we’ve listed below - followed by descriptions.  If you'd like to help us out, simply complete the volunteer form and select the events you'd like to become part of!

To be added to our volunteer contact list and to select the events you might be available for please REGISTER.

Timing

Our RunRideRace staff manages our timing equipment but we have various ways you can assist.  This is a critical part of our events right in the center of the excitement.

Mountain Bike Course

Volunteers on the bike course are there to direct the participants to turn the appropriate way at certain intersections. We have mark the course with brightly colored arrows.

Run Course

Volunteers on the run course have the responsibility of directing participants at certain turns.

Swim Course (on the water)

Brady Saunders Triathlon 9.14.08

People who own kayaks or canoes are always welcome to help out during the swim portion of the race. We can never have too many out on the water during the swim. People who volunteer in this area will be directed by the "Swim Coordinator" to take a specific position along the swim course. You will have two basic responsibilities:

A) Give a swimmer who needs assistance something to hang on to. By positioning watercraft around the perimeter of the swim course, there is always somebody near a potential problem. 

B) Our water safety personnel are our eyes and ears for problems during the swim. Triathletes are instructed to wave their hands above their heads should they feel like they need assistance.  We will also require that each watercraft be equipped with extra   life vests or a lifesaving tube to toss to anyone who needs assistance.

Swim Course (on shore)

Brady Saunders Triathlon 9.14.08
These volunteers will assist with the check-in procedure of triathletes prior to the beginning of the swim. Triathletes are checked into a holding pen prior to the race where we check off their numbers. At the end of the swim, we have volunteers who direct the participants into the transition area. Volunteers are asked to also keep spectators out of the way during the race.

Transition Area

Dirty Du 5.25.08/Brady Saunders Tri 9.14.08

The transition area is the fenced in area containing all the bike racks. This area sees action the entire time. Here are the basic responsibilities for transition area volunteers:
Before the event transition area volunteers are provided with clipboards that contain a variety of frequently asked questions. Volunteers will be stationed at the two entrances to the transition area. They will be asked to keep spectators out of the transition area. The transition area is for participants only. Participants know this and have been told repeatedly. In addition to the this job, the volunteers will be answering basic questions from participants using these clipboards (Where is registration? Where are the port-a-lets? etc.)
During the event transition area volunteers will become traffic cops - directing participants out the appropriate exits of the transition area. They will continue to keep any wandering spectators out of the transition area.

Refreshments

These are the folks who assist with serving the beverages and food to participants following the event.

Parking

Volunteers are needed to park all the arriving participants in designated parking areas.

Aid Stations

During the run portion of the event, we have aid stations set up for the participants. Volunteers typically hand participants cups filled with water and/or energy drinks. At selected events (longer events), the aid stations are also stocked with energy gel and other food items. Most of the time, the aid stations only have drinks. It's always a good idea to have one member of the aid station crew assigned to picking up cups during the event. This will save a lot of time when the event is over.

Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Volunteers are always needed to assist our RunRideRace event staff at packet pick-up/registration. Prior to the event, participants must check-in where they receive their official event numbers. This function takes place for two hours prior to the race.