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Firecracker 4 & 8 Mile - Des Moines

Sun June 23, 2024 Des Moines, IA 50315 US

Course Monitor High Priority

You must be 15 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 6 more volunteers needed.

Details

Help maintain a safe course by redirecting traffic away from participants and guiding participants in the right direction. Feel free to bring pom-poms, horns, music, instruments, signs, etc. to encourage and cheer on runners. Bonus for creative costumes!

Aid Station High Priority

At least 8 more volunteers needed.

Details

Provide water to participants as they pass. Keep course clean for runners by picking up discarded cups, bottles, and trash and place it in the provided trash bins. Please feel free to bring pom poms, signs, horns, music, etc to cheer on participants. Bonus for great costumes!

Finish Line Photographer

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

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Take photos of finishers as they cross the finish line. Camera provided

Course Photographer

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Take photos of participants while on the course, camera not provided.

Lead Bike

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Volunteers must have their own bike and helmet, also must ride the course prior to race day.

Turtle

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

The "Turtle" assumes the crucial role of the final participant, ensuring the safety and security of both the race course and fellow participants. With a deliberate pace, they steadfastly trail behind, serving as the guardian of the event's integrity. Their commitment to being the last to cross the finish line for the longest distance underscores their dedication to the well-being of all involved. As the ultimate supporter and protector, the Turtle embodies the essence of endurance and solidarity, ensuring that every participant completes the race journey safely.

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