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The Big Run 5k

Wed June 3, 2026
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Finish Line Volunteer Medium Priority

June 3, 2026

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Help us celebrate every runner’s accomplishment! As a Finish Line Volunteer, you’ll be stationed at the most exciting part of the race—the moment participants cross the line and complete their 5K.

• Handing out finisher medals with a smile
• Offering congratulations and encouragement to runners
• Keeping the finish chute area clear and flowing smoothly
• Assisting tired participants if they need help moving through the finish area
• Helping replenish post‑race refreshments or directing runners toward water and recovery stations (as needed)

Event Greeter Volunteer Medium Priority

June 3, 2026

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Be the friendly face that sets the tone for race day! As an Event Greeter, you’ll help welcome participants, answer simple questions, and guide runners and spectators to the right locations.

• Welcoming participants and visitors with a warm, positive attitude
• Directing runners to check‑in, restrooms, start area, or other race‑day stations
• Providing basic event information and helping reduce confusion
• Assisting with crowd flow around entrances and high‑traffic areas
• Alerting race staff if any issues or questions arise that need additional support

Site Setup Volunteer Medium Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

June 3, 2026

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Help us create an organized, welcoming, and fun race‑day experience! As a Site Setup Volunteer, you’ll be part of the team that gets the event area ready before participants arrive.

• Assisting with setting up tents, tables, signage, and cones
• Helping organize the start/finish areas, registration zone, and sponsor spaces
• Arranging water stations, barricades, and course‑side materials as directed
• Ensuring the event layout is clean, safe, and orderly
• Supporting race staff with any last‑minute setup needs

Site Cleanup Volunteer

June 3, 2026

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Help us leave the race site cleaner than we found it! As a Site Cleanup Volunteer, you’ll play a key role in making sure the event wraps up smoothly and the venue is restored quickly and responsibly.

• Collecting and disposing of trash and recycling throughout the event area
• Breaking down tables, tents, barricades, and other race‑day materials (as assigned)
• Tidying the start/finish areas, vendor spaces, and post‑race zones
• Assisting with packing supplies and organizing equipment for transport
• Checking the race site for any leftover items to ensure the space is fully cleared

Turnaround Marshal Medium Priority

June 3, 2026

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Help runners stay on course and keep the race flowing smoothly! As a Turnaround Marshal, you’ll be stationed at the race’s designated turnaround point—the key location where participants reverse direction on the course.

• Clearly directing runners to make the turnaround safely and correctly
• Providing encouragement and a positive presence for participants
• Monitoring the area to ensure no one misses the turn
• Keeping the course pathway clear of obstacles
• Communicating any issues (injuries, confusion, hazards) to race staff
• Assisting with setup of cones/signage marking the turnaround, if needed

Check-in Volunteer Medium Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

June 3, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

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Be the friendly first impression for our runners! As a Check‑In Volunteer, you’ll help participants get ready for race day quickly and smoothly.

• Greeting participants and directing them to the correct check‑in line
• Looking up registrations and verifying participant information
• Distributing race bibs, T‑shirts, and swag bags
• Answering basic event questions and guiding runners to the start area
• Helping keep lines organized and moving efficiently
• Flagging any check‑in issues to race staff for support

Food Service Volunteer Medium Priority

June 3, 2026

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Keep our runners fueled and smiling! As a Food Service Volunteer, you’ll help serve post‑race refreshments and ensure participants have a smooth, enjoyable experience after they cross the finish line.

• Preparing and setting out food, snacks, and beverages for participants
• Serving items to runners and maintaining a clean, organized food area
• Restocking supplies and monitoring food levels
• Assisting with simple food‑handling tasks (unwrapping items, replenishing coolers, etc.)
• Helping maintain sanitary conditions and wiping down surfaces as needed
• Offering friendly interaction and encouragement to finishers

Photographer Volunteer Medium Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

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Help capture the excitement and energy of race day! As a Photographer Volunteer, you’ll be responsible for documenting the event and creating memorable images that runners will cherish.

• Taking photos of participants at the start, on the course, and at the finish line
• Capturing candid moments of runners, volunteers, spectators, and celebrations
• Photographing key race‑day highlights such as awards, teams, and sponsor areas
• Sharing or uploading photos for event use after the race
• Maintaining a positive, friendly presence with participants

First Aid Volunteer

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

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Help keep our participants safe and supported on race day! As a First Aid Volunteer, you’ll provide basic first‑aid assistance and help monitor the well‑being of runners throughout the event.

• Assisting with minor first‑aid needs such as scrapes, fatigue, and hydration concerns
• Monitoring participants for signs of distress and notifying race staff or EMS if needed
• Supporting medical staff by providing information, directing runners, or retrieving supplies
• Helping maintain a clean, organized first‑aid station
• Offering calm, reassuring assistance to runners who aren’t feeling well

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