volunteer information
A FULFILLING EXPERIENCE!!
🌟 Join the Glades Runner Team as a Volunteer! 🌟
Are you curious about the race, full of energy, and ready to support our incredible athletes? Here's your chance to be part of the Glades Runner Ultramarathon in a meaningful way—no running required!
Help make race day a success by volunteering for a few hours at:
- Aid stations
- The finish line
- Or another key position listed below
🖱️ How to Sign Up:
- Click the "Volunteer Registration" button below.
- Select your job, location, and hours.
- Answer a few quick questions to confirm your spot.
🎁 Volunteers receive a "STAFF" shirt (just provide your shirt size during registration). All positions are first come, first served. “Greyed-out” roles are already filled, and some require a password for sponsored or technical groups.
🔗 Register Here:
Volunteer Registration
📌 Note to Teens:
Students can earn volunteer service hours, including travel time! Encourage your friends to join in the fun. Shifts after dark are limited to high school juniors and seniors, unless accompanied by an adult.
Your time and enthusiasm will make a huge impact—thank you for supporting our runners!
CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW TO REGISTER, SELECT YOUR JOB & TIMe
GLADES RUNNER Volunteer Opportunities – March 15, 2025
Join us in making the Glades Runner a success! Below are the volunteer positions available:
- Runner Check-In: 5:00 AM–8:00 AM
Welcome runners at the Miccosukee Village, confirm their arrival, distribute race packets, and assist with the race start. - Parking Lot Management:
- 5:00 AM–9:00 AM
- 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Ensure smooth traffic flow and direct drivers to parking areas to maintain safe passage for runners.
- Course Monitors (Race Start): 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
Keep runners on course as they enter Shark Valley. Various locations. - Course Monitors (50-Mile and 50K):
Support runners at designated points along the course. Shifts available from 10:30 AM–11:30 PM. - Aid Stations: 7:45 AM–11:00 PM
Help runners stay hydrated and energized by providing water, food, and encouragement. Shifts available at multiple locations. - Introduction for aid station volunteers: view the short VIDEO here.
- Finish Line Assistance: 8:00 AM–Midnight
Celebrate runners as they cross the finish line at the Village. Present finisher medals and guide them to post-race refreshments.