While on my little break from running, I've had some time to reflect on what is important and why I like to run. Something that is important to every race is the volunteers! I've volunteered at the Ragnar Relay to help out a friend (each team requires 3 volunteers) last year. Although my experience with Ragnar was mixed, if my friends needed me, I would do it again.
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| Meeting Kate at the finish line of her ultra Ragnar relay And being able to give her a medal! (That was my task, distributing medals) |
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| Watching the sunrise as we set up the finish line |
I've decided that this year I want to take on more volunteering responsibilities. I haven't shied away from volunteering in the past and I think this will be a great way to give back to the running community. I already have a few opportunities in mind for this year but am also looking for more. If you help run a race or know an organization that is looking for some volunteers, let me know. If it fits with my schedule, I'll do my best to be there and help.
Have you volunteered at races before? How have your experiences been? I know some folks have had problems with rude runners with an attitude, but that seems to me in the minority versus the majority. Do you have any plans to volunteer at some races in 2013?
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