Volunteering for the Shamrock Shuffle 8k

After a running a fun Shamrock Shuffle in slush and snow, I decided to give back this year.  I guess this is my way of saying thank you to the volunteers before me.  Events such as the Chicago Shamrock Shuffle run smoothly with the help of volunteers at every phase.  They help set up the race, distribute bibs, provide race day assistance, pass out hydration, and more.  It makes the day exciting and fun for everyone that is participating in the race.

Health and Fitness Expo Volunteer

There are still a number of opportunities to volunteer at this weekend’s Health and Fitness Expo.  I signed up to be a Time Device Demonstration volunteer.

The ChronoTrack D-Tag saves a lot of time and effort at the end of the race by not having to cut the timing chip off your shoe.  After your race, just cool down and grab your beer!  It’s quick and easy to use but people used to the old timing chips will be befuddled at first.  I had to help a few people at the hostel in Philly attached the D-Tag onto their shoes.  The Shuffle organizers saw that this may be a need to be filled so I filled it.  I’ll be volunteering Saturday evening from 2:30 to 6:15p

Aid Station 01

Fleet Feet Chicago tweeted a request for volunteers for Aid Station 01 on the course.  I signed up as soon as they sent me the password.  I have to wake up super early to get to my station.  I apologize in advance for being half asleep. I’m sure other people will be half asleep.  Does two half asleep people make one fully awake person? They’re still looking for volunteers to man the aid station.  You can sign up at the Aid Station 01 volunteers site.  The password is fleetfeet.

I hope to see people that I tweet to and the two people who actually read my blog. Drop by to say hi!

Good luck to everyone running this weekend (whatever race it might be), have fun, and Go Team Cheetos and Beer!