Details
Set-up feed zone, distribute water, Gatorade and food to athletes as they run by. This is a fast-paced area! Tear-down at the end, clean area.
Runners pass twice (Miles 2 & 12)
*Only distribute sports gels to Half marathon runners
Job Description for water stations
• Volunteers to pour water/sports drink and space out on the table.
• Assign some volunteers picking up garbage as the day progresses “keep the station neat”.
• Place garbage cans down road so that runners can throw empty cups in cans.
Station Table Layout
• Two table for each water station.
• For water, fill up cups from the gallon jugs about 2/3 full. Make sure to have table filled with cups before first runner. Space cups out so the runners can easily grab.
• Mix sports drink in the 7 gallon coolers. Follow instructions on label, each makes six gallons of mix. Use the long stir stick to mix for 2 to 3 minutes. Fill cups 2/3 full, and please be sure to have table filled with cups before first runner.
• If Gels are included with station materials, please place on tables. (Only stations 2, 4, & 5 with have gels)
What to Wear: Please wear warm comfortable clothing and a pair of comfortable shoes. Keep personal items to a minimum and valuables at home (no secured location available for personal items). Wear sunscreen, if applicable.
