Race for the Refuge

Early Packet pick-up

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September 25, 2025

5:00 pm EDT - 8:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Packet pickup at Clover Road. We plan to host a fun SAD there that same night so you'll be in good company and it will be a great opportunity to show Refuge runners how fun and supportive the Striders are! 

Equipment pick-up

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September 27, 2025

2:00 pm EDT - 4:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Pick up equipment from from storage in Northboro and drive it to the Refuge for course marking Saturday and race setup Sunday.

Course Marking

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September 27, 2025

4:00 pm EDT - 6:00 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Mark the course with flags and signs.

Equipment set up

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September 28, 2025

7:00 am EDT - 9:00 am EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Race day set up of tables, canopies, electrical, arch, etc for starting line/finish line/timing/food.

Parking Attendant

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September 28, 2025

7:30 am EDT - 9:15 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Help runners and visitors park according to our parking plan. Walkie talkies will be provided to help attendants coordinate.

Finish Line Timing Team Shift 1

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September 28, 2025

8:00 am EDT - 10:30 am EDT (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Shift 1 please arrive at 8am for setup and testing. Shift 2 and 3, please arrive about 15 minutes before your shift for a smooth transfer. Shift 3, please stay to help with breakdown when the shift is complete. Thank you!

Registration

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September 28, 2025

8:00 am EDT - 9:15 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Help runners sign in and complete day-of registration.

Course Marshal Winterberry/Puffer pond

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September 28, 2025

8:45 am EDT - 10:45 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Direct runners to left turn onto the trails.

Photographer

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September 28, 2025

8:45 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Capture runners in action!

Main Aid Sta. - CPR/First Aid certified Shift 1

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September 28, 2025

9:00 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

We are looking to man the Main Aid Station with a CPR/First Aid certified volunteer during the race. There are 3 shifts, so we hope to find 3 certified volunteers. The Main Aid Station will also be managed by another volunteer who can cover if someone needs first aid. There will be trained refuge security personnel on site to to assist us, too.

Main Aid Station Shift 1

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September 28, 2025

9:00 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Set up, replenish and break down the Main Aid Station at the start/finish line. This aid station will be setup in front of the Visitor's Center building. Parking is nearby at the side lot. Please carpool and please arrive a few minutes early for a smooth transition. Thank you!

Race assistant / runner Shift 1

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September 28, 2025

9:00 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Grocery store run, fill in at timing table for breaks, general help

Taylor Rd Water Stop Shift 1

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September 28, 2025

9:00 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Set up (shift 1), replenish, break down (shift 3) and supervise the aid station with water and food for the runners. The aid station is about a 25 minute drive from the race start/finish line. You'll be able to drive up and park nearby and there will be a bathroom/porto there.  Thank you!

Course marshall Patrol rd/Tri town trail

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September 28, 2025

9:15 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Direct runners to left turn

Finish Line Timing Team Shift 2

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September 28, 2025

10:30 am EDT - 12:30 pm EDT (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Shift 1 please arrive at 8am for setup and testing. Shift 2 and 3, please arrive about 15 minutes before your shift for a smooth transfer. Shift 3, please stay to help with breakdown when the shift is complete. Thank you!

Main Aid Sta. - CPR/First Aid certified Shift 3

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September 28, 2025

11:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

We are looking to man the Main Aid Station with a CPR/First Aid certified volunteer during the race. There are 3 shifts, so we hope to find 3 certified volunteers. The Main Aid Station will also be managed by another volunteer who can cover if someone needs first aid. There will be trained refuge security personnel on site to to assist us, too.

Main Aid Station Shift 2

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September 28, 2025

11:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Set up, replenish and break down the Main Aid Station at the start/finish line. This aid station will be setup in front of the Visitor's Center building. Parking is nearby at the side lot. Please carpool and please arrive a few minutes early for a smooth transition. Thank you!

Race assistant / runner Shift 2

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September 28, 2025

11:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Grocery store run, fill in at timing table for breaks, general help

Taylor Rd Water Stop Shift 2

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September 28, 2025

11:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Set up (shift 1), replenish, break down (shift 3) and supervise the aid station with water and food for the runners. The aid station is about a 25 minute drive from the race start/finish line. You'll be able to drive up and park nearby and there will be a bathroom/porto there. Thank you!

Finish Line Timing Team Shift 3

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September 28, 2025

12:30 pm EDT - 3:15 pm EDT (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Shift 1 please arrive at 8:30 for setup and testing. Shift 2 and 3, please arrive about 15 minutes before your shift for a smooth transfer. Shift 3, please stay to help with breakdown when the shift is complete. Thank you!

Main Aid Sta. - CPR/First Aid certified Shift 3

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September 28, 2025

1:00 pm EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

We are looking to man the Main Aid Station with a CPR/First Aid certified volunteer during the race. There are 3 shifts, so we hope to find 3 certified volunteers. The Main Aid Station will also be managed by another volunteer who can cover if someone needs first aid. There will be trained refuge security personnel on site to to assist us, too.

Main Aid Station Shift 3

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September 28, 2025

1:00 pm EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Set up, replenish and break down the Main Aid Station at the start/finish line. This aid station will be setup in front of the Visitor's Center building. Parking is nearby at the side lot. Please carpool and please arrive a few minutes early for a smooth transition. Thank you!

Race assistant / runner Shift 3

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September 28, 2025

1:00 pm EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Grocery store run, fill in at timing table for breaks, general help

Taylor Rd Water Stop Shift 3

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September 28, 2025

1:00 pm EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Set up (shift 1), replenish, break down (shift 3) and supervise the aid station with water and food for the runners. The aid station is about a 25 minute drive from the race start/finish line. You'll be able to drive up and park nearby and there will be a bathroom/porto there.  Thank you!

Equipment break down

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September 28, 2025

2:14 pm EDT - 4:45 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Break down and deliver to storage location in Northborough.

Course clean up

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September 28, 2025

2:45 pm EDT - 4:45 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Remove signs, trash course markings