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20th Annual Golden Gallop

Sunday, September 20, 2026
Golden, CO 80401 US Directions

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Hospitality & Expo

Hospitality

September 20, 2026

Details

Set up the water cups and snacks at the Expo. Maintain filled cups and snacks in later timeslots.

Dash Station

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Help run the Dash Station located in the Expo area. This is a fun activity for kids to time how fast they can run and this volunteer helps the kids get lined up, know where to start, and when to go, etc.

Registration

Packet Pick-Up Setup, Pre-Race Day

September 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Help set up tables and tents, unpack and arrange T-shirts and packets, and get everything ready for runners to pick up packets or register.

Registration, Race Day

September 20, 2026

Details

Register race Day Registrants; Day of Packet Pickup; Kid's Fun Run Registration, and giving general information about the day. Must be comfortable chatting with lots of people!

Registration & Packet Pick Up, Pre-Race Day

September 19, 2026

Details

Register runners and get their race packets and T-Shirts. Later shift help dismantle the tents and tables, and boxing up packets and T-shirts at the end of the shift.

5K and 10K

Course Marshals

September 20, 2026

Details

This is an area that we need the most volunteers in order to keep our runners safe on the course. This is a great spot to sign up for if you enjoy talking to people, are comfortable giving people directions and also doing some light traffic support.

Setup, Race Day

September 20, 2026

Details

We'll be doing some last minute course set up. Lifting may be required. Close toed shoes/comfy clothes recommended.

Water Stations

September 20, 2026

Details

Sign up here if you're familiar with races and know how to hand out refreshments to runners.

10K Bike Lead

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Ride a lap before the race to ensure course knowledge, then ride out ahead of the fastest runners while remaining in sight at all times. Must be able to maintain a fast pace for the duration of the race.

Volunteer Check-in

September 20, 2026

Details

The volunteer coordinator often needs to be at lots of places at once, so you will be staying at the volunteer check-in to answer questions and check-in the volunteers that arrive for the later shifts!

5K Bike Lead

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Ride a lap before the race to ensure knowledge of the course and then ride out ahead of the fastest runners while remaining in sight at all times. Must be able to maintain a fast pace for the duration of the race.

Bike Sweep

September 20, 2026

Details

Follow behind the last runner/walker until they reach the finish.

Photographers

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

One photographer is at the finish on the GHS track and another under the Golden Arch downtown. Email volunteersgg@gmail.com if interested.

Finish Line Wrangler

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Encourage finished runners to move through and clear space, particularly so the photographer can get good crossing images for as many folks as possible.

Post Race Clean Up

September 20, 2026

Details

General clean up and leaving the space better than we found it. Some lifting can be involved.

Kids Fun Run

Kids Fun Run Registration

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Support walk-up registration and packet pick up for the Kids Fun Run, as well as to help pack up the registration area and take down the tables at the end of the shift.

Kids Fun Run Corral Leaders

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Guide kids to their age group corrals, get them excited with stretches and jumping jacks, and lead them to the start line. Cheer them on and hand out medals at the finish. Great for high school students and high-energy volunteers who love working with kids!

Track Guards

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Stop people from walking across the track.

Kids Fun Run Pacer

September 20, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Run behind or alongside the top runner so the Track Marshals are able to keep count of laps (you will be their placeholder). You will be running with the Stallions, aged 8-10.

Kids Fun Run Lap Counter

September 20, 2026

Details

Count laps of kid's fun run lead and assist kids in completing 4 laps

Kids Fun Run Clean Up

September 20, 2026

Details

Put away the hurdles and cones. Throw away any trash from the field and collect all the signage. This position requires some strength as the hurdles are heavy and awkward.

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