Volunteer at the United Way Storm the Stairs Event

About the event:

Storm the Stairs is a unique fitness challenge, it is not a race. We hope to attract a diverse group of participants, from youth 14+ to adults in their 70’s, people of all different fitness levels to have some fun and enjoy the views of Trail and the Columbia River while raising funds for local youth programs.

Participants choose one of three routes to challenge themselves by running or walking, the EZ Steps (2.4 km),  Express Route (4 km) or the Grande Route (7.5 km) throughout the Westside of Trail.

The run/walk officially starts at 11 am on Saturday, April 23, 2022, but many volunteers will start a couple of hours earlier. All volunteers will receive t-shirt so that you are visible and easily identified on event day. The t-shirt is yours to keep. Volunteers working along the routes will also be required to wear a Hi-vis Vest; these must be returned at the end of the event.

Volunteer Shifts:

SHIFT #1. Route Marking: Responsible for marking the route of the area. 

SHIFT #2. Check Point/Water Station: Will be positioned along both routes. Volunteers will offer water to passing participants. Check off Bib numbers on check list; ensure participants are following the route.

• Assist run staff with pre marking route day before event.
• Assist with final set-up and take down of route signs and street markers, return all to main venue.
• Ensure all bottles and garbage removed from area. (bag will be provided)
• Radio main venue if medical aid required
• Austad Lane Check Point only: radio main venue when last participant has entered stairs.

SHIFT #3. Registration Table: (pre run/walk)

Pre-registrants:

• Check pre-registered participants against registration list/issue bib
• Make sure waiver form signed

If person has NOT yet registered:

• Have participant complete form and sign waiver/collect fees
• Offline registration/pledge forms; collect completed forms with fees and signed waiver
• Issue bibs

Set up:

• Assist run staff to set up area/tents
• Assist in Registration/Awards & Prize Draw/Healthy Snack

SHIFT #4. Take Down/clean-up

• Assist run staff to take down registration/award/snack stations
• Load all supplies/equipment
• Clean up all trash in park