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High Lonesome 100

Fri July 17 - Sat July 18, 2026
Nathrop, CO 81236 US

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Aid Station Supply and Operations Support

Wednesday - Aid Station Prep (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 15, 2026

Details

Tasks include loading up all the gear from the garage and moving it to the staging area. As time permits, this shift will also start sorting the supplies into aid station specific allotments.

Location

loading at Banefski house 14127 CR 251, Salida

Wednesday Aid Station Prep - (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 15, 2026

Details

Tasks include sorting and distributing gear, labeling, filling up water jugs and other random odds and ends.

Please have lunch before you come or bring it with you, we'll likely have some snacks on hand but are not planning on ordering a meal

Location

Airport (27960 Co Rd 319, Buena Vista)

Thursday Aid Station Prep (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 16, 2026

Details

Tasks include sorting and distributing gear, labeling, filling up water jugs and other random odds and ends.

Location

Airport (27960 Co Rd 319, Buena Vista)

Finish Line Waste Stream Hero (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 18, 2026

Details

Help ensure that trash goes in the trash bins, compost into compost and recycling into recycling at the finish line party.

Location

Coordinates: 38.741747, -106.158101

Friday Aid Station Prep

July 17, 2026

Details

Load gear into U-haul. Must be able to lift up to 50lb for entirety of shift

Location

Airport (27960 Co Rd 319, Buena Vista)

Thursday - Volunteer Driver (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 16, 2026

Details

Deliver and unload gear to Route/shift 1, 10a-6pm: Raspberry, St. Elmo, Hancock aid stations; Route /shift 2: Cottonwood - 4-8pm.

MUST BE COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT DRIVING LARGE TRUCKS ( 15-20ft uhaul) on UNPAVED, TIGHT AND BUMPY ROADS and able to lift up to 50lbs.

Location

Airport (27960 Co Rd 319, Buena Vista)

Friday - Volunteer Driver (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

Details

Route/shift 1, 11a-6pm: Pickup and unload gear to Monarch, Fooses and Blanks aid stations. Route/shift 2, 4 - 8pm: Pick up gear from Cottonwood.

MUST BE COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT DRIVING LARGE TRUCKS ( 15-20ft uhaul) on UNPAVED, TIGHT AND BUMPY ROADS and able to lift up to 50lbs.

Location

Airport (27960 Co Rd 319, Buena Vista)

Saturday- Volunteer Driver (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 18, 2026

Details

Route/shift 1, 7a - 12pm: Pick up gear from St. Elmo and Hancock aid stations. Route/shift 2: Pickup gear from Monarch and Fooses. Route/shift 3: Pickup gear from Blanks.

MUST BE COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT DRIVING LARGE TRUCKS ( 15-20ft uhaul) on UNPAVED, TIGHT AND BUMPY ROADS and able to lift up to 50lbs.

Location

Start/Finish Line

Supply Runner (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

This shift will be stationed at Comms HQ (AKA Caleb and Kelsey's House). The people fulfilling this shift will be on call to run supplies to aid stations if they require a restock or just to run other critical errands that come up during the race. It would be best for the people who sign up for this to have a high clearance AWD car at a minimum. It's possible you may do nothing, but sit and watch the live stream, or hear the interworking's of the race comms if all is going well, but its also possible you could spend the majority of the shift driving to some of the remote aid stations.

Lost Wonder Hut Emergency runner Drop Shuttle

July 18, 2026

Details

***This position requires a high clearance vehicle and someone who is excited about driving their rig on a very rough road*** Lost Wonder Hut is technically a "no drop aid station" However, it seems like every year we have some folks we need to get out of there, and it would be nice to have a way to not make them sit around until the aid station is fully broken down to get a ride. Volunteers for this position will be stationed at the Hut from 2AM-6AM and may make one or more (or maybe zero) trips to Monarch to drop off runners who need a ride out.

General Aid Station Volunteers

Cottonwood - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

One of the most energetic aid stations, Cottonwood is nestled in a little meadow along the banks of Cottonwood Creek. Ringed on all sides by the peaks of Mineral Basin and the Continental Divide, it's downright charming. This is a crew accessible aid station, and shuttles are run by CORE, a local 4wd education and advocacy group. This is a great aid station for anyone, including families and first-time volunteers. Access to the aid station requires a moderately long drive on a rough 2wd road but is a great choice for volunteers who want to work on Friday, but can't come in the night before.

Location

Coordinates: 38.764577, -106.336511

Hancock- General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1.5)

July 17, 2026

Details

Ahhhh Hancock. Also known as Carnage City. It's the halfway point of the race and it's a wild ride. This is a crew accessible aid station and is the first point runners are allowed to pick up pacers. If you're looking for a true-100 miler aid station experience, this is your spot. Runners tend to be struggling with all the usual problems eating, drinking, blisters, fatigue, breathing, etc. This is a large aid station with a ton of moving parts. Volunteers have to manage parking, crews, pacers, gear checks, food prep, runner assistance, medical issues, comms issues, and more. Hancock doesn't have cell service, but does have a portapotty and a stream to filter water.

Location

Coordinates: 38.639211, -106.361804

Lost Wonder Hut - FULL - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 2)

July 17, 2026

Details

This is our only indoor aid station! Based out of the lovely Lost Wonder Hut, it's an incredibly important aid station. Runners are completely gassed at this point and are bracing themselves for the section ahead (the Ridge). The aid station is well equipped with a full (kind of) kitchen and numerous spots for runners to rest. Lost Wonder is a great experience, but due to the hours (it's open until 4am) it does require folks who work well on minimal sleep. Volunteers typically all go up to the hut at the same time and then break into shifts so everyone gets some sleep. Rumor has it, the best backcountry pizzas are baked here.

Location

Coordinates: 38.571916, -106.329430

Purgatory - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 2)

July 17, 2026

Details

Named for its mythical role as the place between Heaven and Hell, this aid station marks the last time above tree line (hell) but there is 3 miles of shit before runners get to Monarch Pass (heaven). Located on the Continental Divide in the Monarch Ski Area, this aid station runs through the middle of the night and is our one of only two aid stations with electricity. Purgatory is known for challenging weather, winds and destroyed runners. It's a full value volunteering experience! Volunteers typically go up together and break into shifts so everyone gets some sleep. Purgatory has cell service for most providers and has electricity, but does not have a water source or restrooms.

Location

Coordinates: 38.517045, -106.344774

Monarch- General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

The fortress on the hill, Monarch is a massive sanctuary for runners. It also marks the end of the high altitude running and for many runners their arrival here coincides with sunrise. Affectionately called Fort Monarch due to its size, volunteers here play an important role helping runners recover and manage problems. Runners are usually pretty spread out by this time, but as crews are allowed at Monarch it's always bustling. Complete with electricity, running water, restroom, and cell service for T-Mobile and AT&T this aid station is a roadside mountain oasis! You can't not have a great time at Monarch. Well, unless you are a runner with stomach issues...

Location

Coordinates: 38.496236, -106.325321

Fooses - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

Runners will be breathing a sigh of relief when they reach this aid station literally! They have just descended over 2,000 ft since leaving Monarch and the extra oxygen is extremely welcomed. Fooses is one of those aid stations that runners either blow through or spend a lot of time in. Since it's lower in elevation, a lot of runners are finally getting their appetite back. For others, they are chomping at the bit to keep moving. Tucked away along a little creek and pond, it feels remote despite being only a mile from a major highway. Volunteers here take turns working the aid station and manning the highway crossing. Fooses does not have any cell service, but does have a restroom and water to filter.

Location

Coordinates: 38.539770, -106.249442

Shavano - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

This is more of a water-drop and comms hub than a full aid station. The aid station will be just outside the Angel of Shavano Campground and its main purpose to track runners and ensure they don't get turned around in the campground every year there are a few delirious runners who seem to end up here! There is no cell service, but as it's near a campground this aid station is pretty comfortable.

Location

Coordinates: 38.585138, -106.219551

Blanks Cabin - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

This is a great place for first-time volunteers to work as it's captained and staffed with many experienced volunteers. Located on the Colorado Trail at the base of Mt. Shavano, Blanks is one of the most beautiful aid stations. With ample secluded camping spots dispersed among the aspens, this aid station is within walking distance from the Mt. Shavano trail head which boasts a luxurious pit-volt toilet. Blanks is crew accessible and runners are usually spread out. Blanks is one of our longest-open aid stations and so requires a very coordinated sleeping schedule to make sure everyone is in top shape to help out the runners.

Location

Coordinates: 38.595998, -106.199863

Blanks Parking Manager (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Some of our aid stations have very limited/difficult parking situations. Blanks is one of those. This position will be coordinated with the Blanks aid station as far as themes, group meals etc, you will just have a specific role to manage parking. This position is absolutely critical for our permit with the Forest Service.

Location

Coordinates: 38.689344, -106.170766

Raspberry Gulch Two - General Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 18, 2026

Details

Raspberry is the first and last aid station for runners, and they almost seem like different aid stations! Raspberry 1 is only 7.7 miles into the race and crew accessible, so it's bustling! Runners tend to be in and out, which means mostly filling water bottles, making sure people park correctly, and tracking the HUGE rush of runners without missing anyone. Raspberry 1 is a popular aid station for people to use to double up their shifts since it's over quickly. Although there is no running water, there is good cell service here and a portapotty.

Location

- Coordinates: 38.689344, -106.170766

Finish Line - General Aid Station Volunteer (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 18, 2026

Details

Who doesn't want to welcome runners finishing a 100 miler?? There are few places as inspiring as the finish line of a 100 miler, and even fewer that have the views ours have! Volunteers at the finish will mostly be on cooking duty; making sure runners, crew and other volunteers are nourished and happy. Due to the fact it's at the end of the race, it's easily the biggest party spot on the course! This aid station has restrooms, cell service for all providers, camping, and plenty of left over water and peanut butter.

Location

Coordinates: 38.741747, -106.158101

HANCOCK PARKING DIRECTOR (volunteer points 2.5) High Priority

July 17, 2026

Details

Do you like organization, being in charge, and waving around a light stick while telling people what to do? Then this role is for you. This role is locked because we would like to chat first before you sign up - please email Kelsey.b@freestoneendurance.com if interested. THANKS!

Medical Volunteers

St Elmo Medical - ALS (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

July 17, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Located on the outskirts of the Ghost town of St. Elmo (it's usually crowded with tourists), this aid station has quickly earned a reputation as a great place to see carnage. Runners will cross Laws Pass twice on their way to and from Cottonwood, racking up over 4k of vert in 12 miles. Due to the multi-directional traffic, St. Elmo is never slow or dull. Some runners move in and out quickly, others spend more time trying to recover. Either way, it's a great place for volunteers to see runners just starting to get into the teeth of the race. St. Elmo has no cell service or running water, but does have a portapotty. Parking for the aid station is in the ghost town and requires a 1/4 mile (easy) hike to get to the aid station.

Location

Coordinates: 38.705408, -106.349988

Hancock Medical - ALS (Volunteer Points - 3)

July 17, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Ahhhh Hancock. Also known as Carnage City. It's the halfway point of the race and it's a wild ride. This is a crew accessible aid station and is the first point runners are allowed to pick up pacers. If you're looking for a true-100 miler aid station experience, this is your spot. Runners tend to be struggling with all the usual problems eating, drinking, blisters, fatigue, breathing, etc. This is a large aid station with a ton of moving parts. Volunteers have to manage parking, crews, pacers, gear checks, food prep, runner assistance, medical issues, comms issues, and more. Hancock doesn't have cell service, but does have a portapotty and a stream to filter water.

Location

Coordinates: 38.639211, -106.361804

Purgatory Medical - ALS (Volunteer Points - 3.5)

July 17, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Named for its mythical role as the place between Heaven and Hell, this aid station marks the last time above tree line (hell) but there is 3 miles of shit before runners get to Monarch Pass (heaven). Located on the Continental Divide in the Monarch Ski Area, this aid station runs through the middle of the night and is our one of only two aid stations with electricity. Purgatory is known for challenging weather, winds and destroyed runners. It's a full value volunteering experience! Volunteers typically go up together and break into shifts so everyone gets some sleep. Purgatory has cell service for most providers and has electricity, but does not have a water source or restrooms.

Location

Coordinates: 38.517045, -106.344774

Monarch Medical - ALS (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

The fortress on the hill, Monarch is a massive sanctuary for runners. It also marks the end of the high altitude running and for many runners their arrival here coincides with sunrise. Affectionately called Fort Monarch due to its size, volunteers here play an important role helping runners recover and manage problems. Runners are usually pretty spread out by this time, but as crews are allowed at Monarch it's always bustling. Complete with electricity, running water, restroom, and cell service for T-Mobile and AT&T this aid station is a roadside mountain oasis! You can't not have a great time at Monarch. Well, unless you are a runner with stomach issues…

Location

Coordinates: 38.496236, -106.325321

Fooses Medical - BLS (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

Runners will be breathing a sigh of relief when they reach this aid station literally! They have just descended over 2,000 ft since leaving Monarch and the extra oxygen is extremely welcomed. Fooses is one of those aid stations that runners either blow through or spend a lot of time in. Since it's lower in elevation, a lot of runners are finally getting their appetite back. For others, they are chomping at the bit to keep moving. Tucked away along a little creek and pond, it feels remote despite being only a mile from a major highway. Volunteers here take turns working the aid station and manning the highway crossing. Fooses does not have any cell service, but does have a restroom and water to filter.

Location

Coordinates: 38.539770, -106.249442

Blanks Cabin Medical - ALS (Volunteer Points -2.5)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

This is a great place for first-time volunteers to work as it's captained and staffed with many experienced volunteers. Located on the Colorado Trail at the base of Mt. Shavano, Blanks is one of the most beautiful aid stations. With ample secluded camping spots dispersed among the aspens, this aid station is within walking distance from the Mt. Shavano trail head which boasts a luxurious pit-volt toilet. Blanks is crew accessible and runners are usually spread out. Blanks is one of our longest-open aid stations and so requires a very coordinated sleeping schedule to make sure everyone is in top shape to help out the runners.

Location

Coordinates: 38.595998, -106.199863

Communication/Runner Tracking

Parking Pass Coordinator (Volunteer Points 1.5)

July 17, 2026

Details

We have a system that meters crews access to Cottonwood and Hancock aid stations. Crews will need to get parking passes at the start/finish line, from the individuals who staff this shift before heading to each of those aid stations. These positions will have real time updates on runner tracking and will release crews by giving them a physical parking pass when their runner passes certain points on the course. Metering parking is a new element required for our race permit that coincides with the runner

Location

Start/Finish Line Coordinates: 38.74111537830723, -106.16010481052308

Lost Wonder Hut - Comms/Runner Tracking (Volunteer Points - 3.5)

July 17, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

This is our only indoor aid station! Based out of the lovely Lost Wonder Hut, it's an incredibly important aid station. Runners are completely gassed at this point and are bracing themselves for the section ahead (the Ridge). The aid station is well equipped with a full (kind of) kitchen and numerous spots for runners to rest. Lost Wonder is a great experience, but due to the hours (it's open until 4am) it does require folks who work well on minimal sleep. Volunteers typically all go up to the hut at the same time and then break into shifts so everyone gets some sleep. Rumor has it, the best backcountry pizzas are baked here.

Location

Coordinates: 38.571916, -106.329430

Fooses - Comms/Runner Tracking (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Runners will be breathing a sigh of relief when they reach this aid station literally! They have just descended over 2,000 ft since leaving Monarch and the extra oxygen is extremely welcomed. Fooses is one of those aid stations that runners either blow through or spend a lot of time in. Since it's lower in elevation, a lot of runners are finally getting their appetite back. For others, they are chomping at the bit to keep moving. Tucked away along a little creek and pond, it feels remote despite being only a mile from a major highway. Volunteers here take turns working the aid station and manning the highway crossing. Fooses does not have any cell service, but does have a restroom and water to filter.

Location

Coordinates: 38.539770, -106.249442

Blanks Cabin - Comms/Runner Tracking (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026

Details

Located on the Colorado Trail at the base of Mt. Shavano, Blanks is one of the most beautiful aid stations. With ample secluded camping spots dispersed among the aspens, this aid station is within walking distance from the Mt. Shavano trail head which boasts a luxurious pit-vault toilet. Blanks is crew accessible and runners are usually spread out. Blanks is one of our longest-open aid stations and so requires a very coordinated sleeping schedule to make sure everyone is in top shape to help out the runners.

Location

Coordinates: 38.595998, -106.199863

HQ Comms (Volunteer Points - 2.5)

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Love data and numbers? This is your team! The comms team plays the incredibly important role of tracking each runner in and out of every aid station. We utilize satellite-internet hotspots and the OpenSplitTime app as our primary tracking method. Additionally, the comms team provides communication between aid stations and CommsHQ through cell phones, Garmin InReach satellite messengers, and sat phones. As a fail safe, all tracking info is also recorded with pen-and-paper. The comms team is the most informed team in the race and BONUS, they also get to post our social media updates over race weekend!

Location

Buena Vista (Specific Site TBD)

Course Team

Wagon Wheel Course Marshalls - (Volunteer Points: 1)

July 18, 2026

Details

***Signing up for multiple shifts will require multiple registrations. When registering for multiple shifts please do not schedule overlapping shifts and take care to give yourself adequate time for travel and sleep***

We are stationing people here to make sure the last runners on the course do not make a wrong turn down Wagon Wheel from the CT. Hopefully these folks can give runners the last bit of energy they need to make it to Raspberry Gulch 2!

Location

Coordinates: 38.661534636060146, -106.1792927317772

Runner Check-In and Gear Check

Thursday Runner Check-In (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 16, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Thursday is runner check in. This is a really fun shift because you get to see the majority of runners and the energy is infectious! These shifts usually start around 11am on Thursday and end at 7pm.

Location

559 S Railroad St, Buena Vista, CO 81211

Friday - Pre-Race Gear Check (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Itching to see the race start? This is a great spot for you. You will be a provided with a list of mandatory gear that every runner must present prior to the race start. You will check to make sure they have their gear and hopefully calm their nerves in the last moments before the start!

Location

Coordinates: 38.741747, -106.158101

Cottonwood Gear Check - (Volunteer Points - 1)

July 17, 2026

Details

This position will require volunteers to check each runner to make sure they have the required Divide Gear on their person before exiting the Cottonwood Aid Station.

Location

Coordinates: 38.76451579603658, -106.33661118596304

Hancock Gear Check - (Volunteer Points - 1.5)

July 17, 2026

Details

This position will require volunteers to check each runner to make sure they have the required Divide Gear on their person before exiting the Hancock Aid Station.

Location

Coordinates: 38.63936331678324, -106.36196901283307

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