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We still need volunteers for the Charlottesville Marathon and Half Marathon!
If you are not planning to run in the marathon or half marathon, the next best thing to do is volunteer! There are many different and fun opportunities for you to be a part of of the race.
Listed below are the different volunteer positions we need to fill for the Charlottesville Marathon. We had more than 300 volunteers helping with last years race. Sign up for one or more positions and be a part of this inspirational event where thousands of people push their personal limits.
Here's where we need your help . . .
Finish line...Assist with the removal of Bib Tags from the runner's Race Numbers, distribute water and medals when runner,s cross the finish line.
Time commitment:
(Saturday)
6:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
6:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Course Marshals...Stand at strategic positions on course directing runners and vehicle traffic as needed. Must be assertive and vocal.
Time commitment:
(Saturday)
6 a.m. - 1 p.m. (willing to cover two positions)
6 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. (first half of the course)
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. (second half of the course)
Course set-up/take down...Assist with set-up of barricades at start and finish line, hang banners, deliver mile markers and water stop supplies, etc.
Time commitment:
6 - 10 p.m. Friday
(set-up barricades and hang banners)
4 - 8 a.m. Saturday
(deliver supplies out on the course)
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday (take down)
1 - 4 p.m. Saturday (take down)
Registration...Hand out t-shirts and runners packets.
Time commitment:
10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Thursday, CRC)
1:00 p.m. - 9 p.m.
(CRC)
Post-race area...Hand out food and manage the traffic in the post-race area.
Time commitment:
5:30 - 9:30 a.m.
7 a.m. - 11 a.m.
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
12 - 4 p.m.
Announcer Spotter...Assist the race announcer by communicating with him by radio the runners' numbers as they approach the finish line.
Time commitment:
8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Half Marathon)
10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Marathon)
Awards...Assist with set-up of the awards area and distribution of awards.
Time commitment:
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stuffing race packets...Assist with stuffing the race packets on Wednesday, and/or Thursday.
Time commitment:
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Wednesday)
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Thursday)
1:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Friday)
COURSE MARSHAL INSTRUCTIONS Here are all the information needed to be certified as a course marshal. You will find: 1) The links to a 13 minute training video (Attention! This video is divided into two parts, so make sure you watch both). These are found at the top of this page. 2) Links to the PDF files for the questionnaire and the certification card. These are found at the top of this page. 3) All instructions for before and after the race Instructions Time Commitments 1) Main Street 6:15 to 6:50 2) University/Ivy 6:15 to 7:15 3) Old Ivy 6:30 to 12:30 4) Oakencroft/Turnaround 6:30 to 11:45 5) Garth Rd to Hunts Store 6:30 sharp to 11:30 6) Garth Rd to Ridge Rd 7 sharp to 10:45 7) Ridge Rd 7 to 10:45 8) Free Union Rd 7:15 to 11 9) Miller Center 6:15 to 12 noon 10) Massie 7 sharp to 12:50 11) Rugby Rd 7 sharp to 12:50 12) Grady Ave 7 sharp to 12:50 Before the Race 1) Watch the TWO videos (total of 13 minutes) that can be found on You Tube. The links are at the top of this page. 2) Download and fill out the questionnaire that can be found at the top of this page. The are a total of 5 pages. 3) Mail the questionnaire to Charlottesville Marathon, 110 Old Preston Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902. The questionnaire can also be dropped off at Charlottesville Running Company (same address as above, behind the Omni Hotel, 434.293.7115) 4) Print out the certification card, which can be found at the top of this page with the questionnaire. THIS CARD MUST BE KEPT WITH YOU ON RACE DAY! 5) Pick up your vest and flag any time at Charlottesville Running Company, located behind the Omni Hotel on the Historic Downtown Mall (434.293.7115). This can also be picked up from your group leader. On Race Day 1) Thank you immensely for volunteering at the Fifth Annual Charlottesville Marathon! 2) Please arrive at your location on time. This is imperative because the roads will be closed by police and a delay might cause you not be able to reach your post. 3) Make yourself comfortable at your location. If you wish, you can bring music or friends to make it more fun for you and for the runners. 4) At your location, you will need to: · Stop approaching traffic when runners are present. For example, if your post is at the junction between University Ave and Elliewood, your job is to stop any traffic exiting and entering Elliewood from University Ave while runners are present. · Make sure the runners stay on course. If you are unsure of the race course, a detailed map can be found on this website under Charlottesville Marathon/Maps (zoom in on the upper left). You can also ask Francesca at 293.7115. 5) When the last runner has gone by, you can leave your post. If you foresee the need of leaving your post DURING the race, please bring a backup with you. Leaving the post unattended might lead to runners being unprotected from traffic or making a wrong turn. 6) You will know when the LAST runner has gone by because you will see the Marathon SWEEP car, the car which will be behind the last runner. This car will say “SWEEP” on its side. CAREFUL! You might see the Half Marathon sweep car much earlier than the Marathon sweep car, but make sure to wait for the Marathon sweep car. Also, at the following location, you will see all runners twice: Miller Center, Old Ivy, Old Garth, Garth to Hunts Store). 7) Thank you again for all your help! Have fun and cheer the runners as they go by, because they really appreciate it. Items you must have with you on race day: · Orange flag · Orange vest · Certification card (found online with the test) Here are a few items you might find useful: · Sunscreen · Music · Company · Hat · Chair For any questions, contact Francesca at 293.7115 before the race and 466.8016 on race day. Bike Team Instructions Time Committment: 6:30A.M. to 11A.M. 7A.M. to 1P.M. 1) Thank you for being part of the official Charlottesville Marathon Bike Team! 2) Your job will be to provide support and safety throughout the course. Some of you will have a radio to contact the Rescue Squad in case of emergency. If there is an emergency and you do not have a radio, reach the closest water stop. Each water stop has a medic with a radio. 3) Cheer the runners and provide them with information, if needed, such as appoximate mileage and distance to next aid station. For the slower runners, make sure they keep ahead of the time limit. 4) Enjoy, have a great time and thank you again for supporting the event! Your official Marathon biking jerseys can be picked up on race day at the Start or any time during race week at Charlottesville Running Company, located behind the Omni Hotel (434.293.7115). For any question, please contact Francesca at 434.293.7115 | 
