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MERCY HEALTH GLASS CITY MARATHON

April 24 - 25, 2027
Toledo, OH 43606 US

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Thursday, April 23, 2026

Packet Pick Up Set Up

April 22, 2027

Details

Help our team set up the packet pick up area and organize shirts.

Location

Savage Arena
University of Toledo

Friday, April 24, 2026

Registration & Packet Pickup - Friday

April 23, 2027

Details

Fun way to meet other runners.
Great job for those running on Sunday but still want to help.
Hand out bibs and swag and remind runners to grab their safety pins.

Location

Savage Arena
University of Toledo

Greeters - Friday

April 23, 2027

Details

Staff the Informational booth, interact with the runners, answer questions.

Location

Savage Arena
University of Toledo

Setup - Finish Line - Friday

April 23, 2027

Details

Help setup the finish line area. This is outside work and may require some heavy lifting.

Location

The University of Toledo
1745 Stadium Dr.
Toledo, OH 43606

Green Team Friday

April 23, 2027

Details

Make a positive impact on the Ottawa River! Green Team volunteers will set up recycling and waste stations, guided by Green Team coordinators.

Location

Lot 10 by the Glass Bowl at University of Toledo

Concierge Volunteers

April 23, 2027

Details

You will assist our expo team with managing the break room, helping vendors and assisting with other tasks as assigned.

Location

Savage Arena

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Registration & Packet Pickup - Saturday

April 24, 2027

Details

Fun way to meet other runners.
Great job for those running on Sunday but still want to help.
Hand out bibs and swag and remind the runners to grab their safety pins.

Location

Savage Arena
University of Toledo

Greeters - Saturday

April 24, 2027

Details

Staff the Informational booth, interact with the runners, answer questions.

Location

Savage Arena
University of Toledo

Course Marshal - 5K - Saturday

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2027

Details

Critical race day job of keeping runners on course and protected from traffic. Training and assistance will be provided for all volunteers in this much needed category. This is for Saturday's 5K races only.

Location

Along the 5K route
University of Toledo campus

Post Race Food - 5K - Avenues for Autism

April 24, 2027

Details

Handing out food to runners in the food tent directly after the race.

Location

Lot 10 on the Campus of the University of Toledo

Green Team - Saturday

April 24, 2027

Details

Make a positive impact on the Ottawa River! Green Team volunteers set up and manage recycling stations, guided by Green Team coordinators.

Location

Lot 10 and the Glass Bowl on the UT campus

Finish Line Medals 5k Saturday

April 24, 2027

Details

Pass out medals and water to finishers of the Savage 5k on Saturday

Location

The Glass Bowl
University of Toledo

Mugs - Saturday

April 24, 2027

Details

Pass out the coveted glass mugs to finishers as they exit the Glass Bowl.

Location

Lot 10
University of Toledo

Post Race Beer Pouring - Saturday

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 24, 2027

Details

Fill those empty cups up with beer!

Location

Lot 10
University of Toledo

Concierge Volunteers

April 24, 2027

Details

You will assist our expo team with managing the break room, helping vendors and assisting with other tasks as assigned.

Location

Savage Arena

Water Stop - Saturday April 25, 2026

Saturday 5k Water Stop -

April 24, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

S Towerview and West Rocket Drive

Kids Marathon - Saturday, April 25, 2026

Kids Marathon Packet Pick Up - Friday

April 23, 2027

Details

Hand out the kids bibs and shirts and encourage our youngest runners along!

Location

Savage Arena
University of Toledo

Kids Marathon Packet Pick Up - Saturday

April 24, 2027

Details

Assign bibs to those awesome kiddos and give them their swag! Don't forget to remind them to grab safety pins!

Location

University of Toledo
Lot 10

Kids Marathon Crowd Control

April 24, 2027

Details

Assist race staff on keeping our wonderful helicopter parents clear of the course so the kids can enjoy their run.

Location

Lot 10/Glass Bowl

Kids Marathon Course Marshals

April 24, 2027

Details

Keep our youngest athletes heading in the right direction and cheer in an out of control manner

Location

Varies
University of Toledo Campus

Kids Marathon Finish Line

April 24, 2027

Details

Cheer those kids to the finish and hand them their medals! Help guide them down the path to their parents

Location

Glass Bowl
University of Toledo

Kids Marathon Refreshments

April 24, 2027

Details

Pass out those yummy snacks for those hungry kids once they finish their big race.

Location

Lot 10
University of Toledo

Sunday, April 26, 2026

Race Day Troubleshooting/Check In

April 25, 2027

Details

Fun way to meet other runners.
Great job for those running on Sunday but still want to help.
Hand out bibs and swag.

Location

University of Toledo near the Start Line

Start Line Crew - Sunday High Priority

April 25, 2027

Details

Work the Start line, assisting the runners into the proper Start Corrals, then manage the Wave Start Process.

Location

Start Line, Bancroft Street

Course Set Up - Sunday High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

You will assist our team in setting up parts of the course in Ottawa Hills prior to the start of the race.

Location

Meet at the Start Line on Bancroft.

Course Clean-Up Sunday High Priority

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

You will be assisting our team in cleaning up the course. This is a longer, slower job but one that is vitally important. You will be doing physical work such as picking up cones and water stop supplies, nothing over 50 pounds.

Location

Meet at the Start Line on Bancroft

Course Marshal - half/full/relay High Priority

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

Critical race day job of keeping runners on course and protected from traffic. Training and assistance will be provided for all volunteers in this much needed category. This is for sunday's races only.

Location

Along the half, full and relay route
Your Captain will supply detailed location at your Volunteer Meeting, 1-2 weeks before the race.

Half Marathon Lead Bikers

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

Not a runner but a biker? This is the task for you. We need lead bikers to ride the half marathon course in front of the leaders. You must be able to sustain a 15 mph pace on the bike.

Lead bikers are expected to attend at least one practice ride prior to the event:
Rides TBA.
All pre-rides meet at the Glass Bowl.

Location

University of Toledo

Marathon Lead Bikers

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

Not a runner but a biker? This is the task for you. We need lead bikers to ride the half marathon course in front of the leaders. You must be able to sustain a 15 mph pace on the bike.

Lead bikers are expected to attend at least one practice ride prior to the event:
Rides TBA
All pre-rides meet at the Glass Bowl.

Location

University of Toledo

First Relay Exchange Point

April 25, 2027

Details

Assist our team in managing the first relay exchange zone.

Location

University Hills Blvd

Relay Exchange Point Staff

April 25, 2027

Details

You will work one of four relay exchange points by keeping the exchange chute clear of spectators. Also, you will ensure teams follow race rules and assist teams in finding each other.

Location

Four designated locations along the marathon route.

Sag Wagon Driver - half/full/relay

You must be 21-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

Drive a van around the course picking runners unable to finish.
Warm job - must be 21

Location

The University of Toledo
1745 Stadium Dr.
Toledo, OH 43606

Post Race Food - half/full/relay - Sunday - Avenues for Autism

April 25, 2027

Details

Handing out food to runners in the food tent directly after the race.

Location

Lot 10 on the Campus of the University of Toledo

Green Team - Sunday

April 25, 2027

Details

Make a positive impact on the Ottawa River! Green Team volunteers set up and manage recycling stations, guided by Green Team coordinators.

Location

Lot 10 and the Glass Bowl on the UT campus

Finish Line Medals - Sunday

April 25, 2027

Details

Pass out medals and water to finishers of the half marathon, full marathon and relay on Sunday.

Location

The Glass Bowl
University of Toledo

Heat Sheets - Sunday

April 25, 2027

Details

Help distribute heat sheets to finishers of the half marathon, marathon and relay on Sunday.

Location

The Glass Bowl
University of Toledo

Gear Check

April 25, 2027

Details

Check bibs and gear bag numbers and make sure runners are putting their bags in the correct drop box before the race. As runners finish and come pick up their gear please make sure they are getting the same bag number as their bib number.

Location

Lot 10

Mugs - Sunday

April 25, 2027

Details

Pass out the coveted glass mugs to finishers as they exit the Glass Bowl.

Location

Lot 10
University of Toledo

Post Race Beer Pouring - Sunday

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 25, 2027

Details

Fill those empty cups up with beer!

Location

Lot 10
University of Toledo

Race Day Tear Down High Priority

April 25, 2027

Details

Help tear down the event.

Location

University of Toledo

Course Entertainment - Upward Bound

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

On Course Entertainment

Location

Varies

Water Stops- Sunday, April 26, 2026

Water Stop Mile 2.75 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile
Douglas and Oakwood/East Rocket

Water Stop Mile 4.1 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 4.2
Brookside and Chestnut

Water Stop Mile 5.6 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 5.6
Ottawa Hills Elementary on Indian Road

Water Stop Mile 7 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 7.
St. Ursula

Water Stop Mile 7.8 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 7.8
Brookside and Falmouth

Water Stop Mile 9 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 9
Edgehill at Underhill Rd.

Water Stop 10.8 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 10.8
Wildwood parking lot #1

Water Stop Mile 12/21.2 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 12 and 21.2
west of visitor center at Wildwood
(double pass by with stop #15)

Water Stop Mile 13.4 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 13.4
McCord Rd and UT trail

Water Stop Mile 15 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 15
Cougar Lane Parking Lot at Southview H.S.

Water Stop Mile 17.5 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 17.5
Across from Planet Fitness on Sylvania Ave.

Water Stop Mile 19.3 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 19.3
Walker Funeral Home on Sylvania at Corey Rd

Water Stop Mile 22 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 22
Adventus Climbing Center

Water Stop Mile 23.8 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 23.8
Richards and UT Trail

Water Stop Mile 24.8 -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 24.8
UT Visitor Center Parking Lot by UT Trail

Water Stop Mile 10.5 - Half Only -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx Mile 10.5 Half Marathon only
St. Michael's of the Hills

Water Stop Mile 12 - Half Only -

April 25, 2027

Details

See how quickly you can empty your table of water and Gatorade cups while your captain furiously tries to refill it. It helps to hold two cups in the palm of each hand with arms extended outward, calling out whether you have water or Gatorade. You may get wet and sticky and you will have too much fun!

Location

Approx. Mile 12 Half Marathon Only
Bancroft bridge

Gel Stops - Sunday, April 26, 2026

Gel Stop #1 High Priority

April 25, 2027

Details

Pass out energy gels and cheer marathon runners on.

Location

Mile 16
3632 Hampstead

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