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Walk or Run on Saturday, October 26th Richmond, VA 23231 US

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Course Support

Course Marshal

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

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:30 AM - may need to be present until about 1:00 PM

Directing runners and keeping them safe along the route are the key responsibilities. In addition, duties include a proper understanding of the course, guiding race participants along the course, and watching out for possible participant issues and traffic. Being confident and being loud (if necessary) are pluses.

You also are a key player in keeping the excitement and momentum going on course! Feel free to act crazy, scream, cheer, laugh — anything to bring out a smile on our participant's faces!

MUST WEAR A SAFETY VEST (provided by VCTF at check-in)! Standing for long periods of time is required.

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 5

Water Stop #1 Coordinator

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:00 AM - present until about 10:30 AM

This position serves runners in the 10 Miler and the 5K at about the 0.75 and 1.5-mile points in their races.

All water stops are cup-less! Participants have been notified of this and were advised to bring their own hydration vessels.

You are responsible for checking-in Water Stop volunteers and directing them, cheering on participants, and watching out for possible participant issues and traffic, calling the Race Director as necessary.

Standing for extended periods is required.

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 1

Water Stop #1

You must be 10 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:00 AM - present until about 10:30 AM

This position serves runners in the 10 Miler and the 5K at about the 0.75 and 1.5-mile points in their races.

You are responsible for refilling the water jugs as needed (must be able to lift 20 lbs). You are also a vital player in cheering on and putting a smile on our runner's faces!

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Children under the age of 10 and pets are not permitted for this position.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 2

Water Stop #2 Coordinator

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:30 AM - present until about 12:30 PM

This position serves runners in the 10 Miler at about the 3.5 and 8.5-mile points in the race.

All water stops are cup-less! Participants have been notified of this and were advised to bring their own hydration vessels.

You are responsible for checking-in Water Stop volunteers and directing them, cheering on participants, and watching out for possible participant issues and traffic, calling the Race Director as necessary.

Standing for extended periods is required.

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 1

Water Stop #2

You must be 10 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:30 AM - present until about 12:30 PM

This position serves runners in the 10 Miler at about the 3.5 and 8.5-mile points in the race.

You are responsible for refilling the water jugs as needed (must be able to lift 20 lbs). You are also a vital player in cheering on and putting a smile on our runner's faces!

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Children under the age of 10 and pets are not permitted for this position.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 1

Water Stop #3

You must be 10 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:30 AM - present until about 12:30 PM

This position serves runners in the 10 Miler at about 5 and 7-mile points in the race.

You are responsible for refilling the water jugs as needed (must be able to lift 20 lbs). You are also a vital player in cheering on and putting a smile on our runner's faces!

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Children under the age of 10 and pets are not permitted for this position.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 1

Water Stop #3 Coordinator

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 8:30 AM - present until about 12:30 PM

This position serves runners in the 10 Miler at about the 5 and 7-mile points in the race.

All water stops are cup-less! Participants have been notified of this and were advised to bring their own hydration vessels.

You are responsible for checking-in Water Stop volunteers and directing them, cheering on participants, and watching out for possible participant issues and traffic, calling the Race Director as necessary.

Standing for extended periods is required.

This assignment is outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. Consider bringing your own hydration, snacks, layers, jacket, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 1

Check-In/Registration Support

FRIDAY Pre-Race Packet Pick Up & Registration

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

October 25, 2024

Details

FRIDAY, October 27, 2:45 PM to 6:15 PM

Provide services for walk-up registration, bib number assignment/distribution, and T-shirt pick-up. Positive attitudes are a MUST. Don't forget to sign in on the volunteer check-in sheet!

Previous experience and knowledge of the registration equipment set-up and overall operation are suggested and requested. A 'Registration Guru' will be on hand to assist in setting up tablets & other pertinent equipment for walk-up registration. There are detailed laminated instructions with the equipment as well. If you have not used this equipment previously, we request that you let the volunteer coordinator know upon registration for this position.

This assignment is indoors.

Race numbers and shirts can be picked up by another runner only if they supply a copy of a photo id.

Your attendance is required for the duration of this task. Small children and animals requiring adult supervision are not permitted for this task.

Location

Lucky Road Run Shop
1601 Willow Lawn Dr #838,
Richmond, VA 23230

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 4

SATURDAY Race Day Packet Pick Up & Registration

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

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 7:45 AM - present until about 11:00 AM

Provide services for walk-up registration, bib number assignment/distribution, and T-shirt pick-up. Positive attitudes are a MUST. Don't forget to sign in on the volunteer check-in sheet!

Previous experience and knowledge of the registration equipment set-up and overall operation are suggested and requested. A 'Registration Guru' will be on hand to assist in setting up tablets & other pertinent equipment for walk-up registration. There are detailed laminated instructions with the equipment as well. If you have not used this equipment previously, we request that you let the volunteer coordinator know upon registration for this position.

This assignment is indoors.

Race numbers and shirts can be picked up by another runner only if they supply a copy of a photo id.

Your attendance is required for the duration of this task. Small children and animals requiring adult supervision are not permitted for this task.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 6

Event Support

Truck Assistant

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

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
Report at 6:30 AM - present until about 8:00 AM

You assist the driver of the truck in setting up the water stations along the course.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Walking is required. This assignment is outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 0+

General Volunteer

October 26, 2024

Details

SATURDAY, October 28
General volunteers are asked to arrive no later than 8:00 AM.

Assignments may include Course Marshal, Water Station, Finish Line, Registration, or general set-up or breakdown.

All assignments are outdoors. It would be best if you were prepared for the weather on race day. This position is not appropriate for a volunteer with small children or pets who need supervision.

Once you are check-in at registration, you’ll be directed to a specific assignment that needs your attention.

You may receive an email a few days in advance of the event with additional assignment details.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 1

Parking Attendent High Priority

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

October 26, 2024

Details

Saturday, October 28
Arrive by 7:00 am to sign the volunteer check-in sheet and get instructions.

Location

Check in at:
Stone Brewing's Nicholson St Parking Lot
16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231

Resources Needed

Cell phone - 3

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