About
A Splash and Dash is a fun and fast-growing race that combines swimming and running. This short distance youth event is a great chance to try out your speed in two different activities! Welcome to the world of aquathlons and multi-sport racing!
When: Friday, August 12, 2016, 6:00 pm
Where: Wilson Park Pool and Trail
Who: Children ages 7-18
What: This youth event consists of a swim (80-200 yards) followed by a run (1/2 - 1 mile).
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help with several aspects of the race including packet pick up, monitoring the swim or run course, and assisting with the transition area and post-race activities.
Positions
0 Remaining
Approval
Organizer will approve registrants
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
12 hours before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
Teens & Older
Requirement Details
Must enjoy working with kids, basic knowledge of swimming or running race events, positive attitude, and smiling face!
Perks
Volunteer T-Shirt, Day Pass to Wilson Pool, Opportunity to provide our youth with a safe and fun multi-sport race experience!
Parking Details
Please park on a street adjacent to Wilson Park
GivePulse
3 Positions Filled
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3 Impacts
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5 Hours
Shifts (8)
1 - 8 of 8 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event Set Up | 3:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Assist with preparing the pool, trail, and transition area for the race. | 0/5 | Over |
| Body Marking | 4:30pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Assist with body marking participants for the race. Explain to participants the purpose of body marking and what each number is. | 0/3 | Over |
| Participant Check-In | 4:30pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Assist with checking in participants. Direct participants to the body marking station and transition area. Provide information to kids/families about the event schedule, restrooms, course, spectating, etc. | 3/3 | Over |
| Transition Area Assistant | 4:45pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | Assist kids with placing their needed items in the transition area before the race. During the race will assist kids with the transition process -- i.e. tying shoes, putting on t-shirt, making sure race bib is on, etc. | 0/3 | Over |
| On Deck / Wave Organizers | 5:30pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Assist with getting each start wave ready and prepared to begin their race. Announce when waves need to line up and help with getting swimmers in order of lane assignments | 0/2 | Over |
| Run Course Monitors | 5:30pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | Assist with keeping our young racers safe on the run portion of the course. Will be stationed along the run course to cheer for kids, direct kids along the way, and keep kids safe from other trail users and/or park visitors | 0/10 | Over |
| Swim Timers / Lane Monitors | 5:30pm (CT) | 7:30pm (CT) | Assist with the swim portion of the course. Monitor lane and count laps for swimmers in your lane. | 0/10 | Over |
| Event Clean Up | 8:00pm (CT) | 9:30pm (CT) | Assist with cleaning up event and clearing pool and run course of race equipment | 0/5 | Over |
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