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Our UNBOUND Gravel event offers numerous volunteering opportunities that you can choose from based on your interests or skills. Help your community and athletes achieve their health, fitness, and bucket list goals by volunteering with us! Our volunteer program allows volunteers to work a minimum of 10 hours and bypass the 2027 lottery. Registration fees apply, you must select in the signup you are volunteering to bypass lottery, hours can be paid forward to a family or friend, volunteer hours cannot be deferred to the following year. If you have any questions, please email unboundgravel@ltevents.zendesk.com
**Due to the nature of events, the time of the shifts may be altered slightly. Please check back to this site as well as check your email for any updates.
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1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodie bag Stuffing/T-shirt unboxing | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Join us to help prepare for UNBOUND Gravel by stuffing the goodie bags athletes will receive at Packet Pickup! We’ll also be unboxing and organizing t-shirts for each race distance. This fun and essential task takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lyon County History Center. | 17/20 | Over |
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodie bag Stuffing/T-shirt unboxing | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Join us to help prepare for UNBOUND Gravel by stuffing the goodie bags athletes will receive at Packet Pickup! We’ll also be unboxing and organizing t-shirts for each race distance. This fun and essential task takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lyon County History Center. | 26/28 | Over |
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodie bag Stuffing/T-shirt unboxing | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Join us to help prepare for UNBOUND Gravel by stuffing the goodie bags athletes will receive at Packet Pickup! We’ll also be unboxing and organizing t-shirts for each race distance. This fun and essential task takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lyon County History Center. | 20/20 | Over |
1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packet Pickup Setup | 6:00pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Help us get ready for Packet Pickup by organizing tables, chairs, and signage to create a smooth and welcoming experience for our athletes. This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center 3rd floor! | 20/20 | Over |
1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 2/2 | Over | |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Wednesday Load-In | 9:30am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers are needed to assist with setup and exhibitor load-in. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! The first shift will be setup and the second shift will be Check-in/Load-in of exhibitors.  | 6/6 | Over |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Wednesday Load-In | 12:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers are needed to assist with setup and exhibitor load-in. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! The first shift will be setup and the second shift will be Check-in/Load-in of exhibitors.  | 15/15 | Over |
1 - 10 of 29 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Loading | 3:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | 0/6 | Over | |
| Volunteer Assistant | 2:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 0/1 | Over |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Thursday Load-In | 9:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers will be needed for Exhibitor Check-in/Load-in, info booth and directional help. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! | 7/8 | Over |
| Check Identification at Packet Pick Up | 12:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | Assist with checking photo identification at Packet Pick Up. Must be 21. | 1/1 | Over | |
| Unbound Gravel Merchandise Booth | 1:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Help restock merchandise through the afternoon. | 1/1 | Over | |
| Volunteer Assistant | 8:00am (CT) | 10:00am (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location on 11 west 8th Ave and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 1/1 | Over |
| Volunteer Assistant | 10:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to assist with volunteer check-in. This person will be stationed at the UNBOUND Operations location. Responsibilities include checking in volunteers, ensuring they receive their t-shirt, and directing them to their assigned shift. Additional duties may arise, such as running errands or supporting other volunteer areas... | 2/2 | Over |
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 2:00pm (CT) | 7:00pm (CT) | The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 2/2 | Over | |
| Crew For Hire Check In | 12:29pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | Assist participants with Crew For Hire Check in during Check In. | 2/2 | Over | |
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Check-In (PPU) | 3:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 2/2 | Over |
1 - 10 of 28 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Checkpoint Drivers | 7:00pm (CT) | 11:00pm (CT) |
Meet up: TBD OverviewWe’re looking for dependable volunteers to help transport and set up and break down the Water Monster hydration system and additional course materials at designated checkpoints and water oasis locations along the course. This team plays... | 7/12 | Over | |
| Expo Tear Down | 6:00pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Warehouse Emporia, KS 66801 | Assist with take down of Expo and prepare for race day. Move beer garden fencing form Expo area to Finish festival area. Assist with vendor clean up and take down. | 21/25 | Over |
| Grand Prix Mix Zone | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | What a great way to be part of the Grand Prix! We’re looking for volunteers to help set up the Grand Prix area. | 4/5 | Over | |
| UNBOUND 100 & 200 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 9:30am (CT) | 1:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will hand out t-shirt, goodie bags and crew support stickers! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 9/10 | Over |
| Check Identification at Packet Pick Up | 9:30am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Assist with checking photo identification at Packet Pick Up. Must be 21. | 1/1 | Over | |
| Participant T-Shirt Pickup – EXPO Booth | 1:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Participant T-Shirt Pickup – EXPO Booth Work the participant t-shirt pickup area at the EXPO (behind the Capitol Federal building, southeast end near 6th Street & Mechanic). Duties include verifying participant details, distributing correct shirt sizes, restocking inventory, answering questions, and maintaining an efficient, welcoming flow. | 1/1 | Over |
| Check Identification at Packet Pick Up | 1:30pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Assist with checking photo identification at Packet Pick Up. Must be 21. | 1/1 | Over | |
| UNBOUND Gravel Merchandise Booth | 10:00am (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | Help restock merchandise through the day. | 1/1 | Over | |
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 9:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will hand out t-shirt, goodie bags! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 2/2 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel Merchandise Booth | 3:00pm (CT) | 7:00pm (CT) | Help restock merchandise through the afternoon. When the EXPO closes, assist with Booth tear down. | 2/2 | Over |
1 - 10 of 56 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNBOUND Gravel 200 Checkpoint #1 -Madison | 11:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/DrpqBqrpjinoVVMz6 Madison, KS | Volunteers will be needed for setup/teardown. Also, directing crew support traffic to their assigned color selection. Some volunteers might be placed in areas to direct riders along the route through town. | 5/30 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel Neutral aid station --Camp Alexander | 1:00pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | 1783 Rd P5 Emporia, KS 66801 | Volunteers will be needed to for setup/teardown. Also, supporting riders with refilling water bottles and restock on nutrition, discarding of trash, and cheering them on. | 1/15 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel Neutral aid station- Camp Alexander | 9:00am (CT) | 1:30pm (CT) | 1783 Rd P5 Emporia, KS 66801 | Volunteers will be needed to for setup/teardown. Also, supporting riders with refilling water bottles and restock on nutrition, discarding of trash, and cheering them on. | 8/20 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 200 Checkpoint #2 -Matfield Green | 2:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | 102a Rogler St, Matfield Green, Kansas 66862 | Volunteers will be needed for setup/teardown. Also, directing crew support traffic to their assigned color selection. Some volunteers might be placed in areas to direct riders along the route through town. | 0/10 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 200 Checkpoint #3 - Council Grove High School | 6:00pm (CT) | 12:30am (CT) | 129 Hockaday St Council Grove, Kansas | Volunteers will be needed for setup/teardown. Also, directing crew support traffic to their assigned color selection. Some volunteers might be placed in areas to direct riders along the route through town. | 0/10 | Over |
| Finish Line Celebration | 10:30pm (CT) | 12:30am (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Emporia, KS 66801 | Help celebrate our UNBOUND Gravel finishers by handing out their well-earned finisher prizes! Volunteers in this role will greet riders as they cross the finish line, distribute prizes, and share in the excitement of their achievement. This is a fun and rewarding way to engage with participants and be part... | 0/10 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 200 #3 - Elite Feed Zone (CG) | 9:30am (CT) | 1:30pm (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/FokKorBxsCZUYAv48 Council Grove, KS 66846 | Volunteers will be needed for setup/teardown. Also, directing crew support traffic to their assigned color selection. Some volunteers might be placed in areas to direct riders along the route through town. Location: outside of CG https://maps.app.goo.gl/FokKorBxsCZUYAv48 | 5/15 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 200 Checkpoint #2 - Matfield Green | 9:45am (CT) | 2:45pm (CT) | 102a Rogler St, Matfield Green, Kansas 66862 | Volunteers will be needed for setup/teardown. Also, directing crew support traffic to their assigned color selection. Some volunteers might be placed in areas to direct riders along the route through town. | 10/20 | Over |
| Downtown Emporia Traffic Marshals | 7:00pm (CT) | 11:59pm (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Center Emporia, KS 66801 | It is the role of downtown traffic marshals to ensure no wayward automotive drivers find their way to the end of the race course. We will have full road closures from the edge of town all the way to the finish line. This is still a long length of road... | 1/10 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 200 Checkpoint #3-- Council Grove High School | 2:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | 129 Hockaday St, Council Grove Council Grove, Kansas 66846 https://maps.app.goo.gl/adxHPsbaEXaqKraL7 | Volunteers will be needed for setup/teardown. Also, directing crew support traffic to their assigned color selection. Some volunteers might be placed in areas to direct riders along the route through town. | 1/10 | Over |
1 - 10 of 10 Shifts
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finish Line Tear Down | 2:00am (CT) | 4:30am (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Emporia, KS 66801 | Assist with finish line tear down. Help move all fencing and trash cans. Take down tents and make sure Commercial Street is ready for motorists. | 7/20 | Over |
| Drop Bag Pick Up | 10:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Warehouse Emporia, KS 66801 | Helping riders retrieve their supply bags that were dropped with the Crew For Hire teams. The CFH crews will deliver them to the back garage door of Unbound HQ at the alleyway. Volunteers will need to organize bags by rider bib number and help riders pick them up! | 0/10 | Over |
| Drop Bag Pick-up | 6:45am (CT) | 10:00am (CT) | 714 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Helping riders retrieve their supply bags that were dropped with the Crew For Hire teams. The CFH crews will deliver them to the back garage door of Unbound HQ at the alleyway. Volunteers will need to organize bags by rider bib number and help riders pick them up! | 1/8 | Over |
| Packet Pick Up Clean Up | 10:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 11 W. 8th Ave. Emporia, LYON 66865 | Volunteers needed to help break down the Packet Pick Up area at the Lyon County History Museum. Meet at 11 W. 8th at 10:00 am. We will head over to the third floor of the museum to pack up any remaining items. We may finish early or need to stay... | 5/10 | Over |
| Water Oasis- Americus | 12:00am (CT) | 3:00am (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/NgMnToib79pRSf179 Americus, Kansas 66801 | A small town oasis to save a rider's day! This course point is a spot where 200 Mile and XL riders can refill on water and buy snacks from the local convenience store and/or local fundraiser. It is not a location that riders' individual support crews are allowed to come... | 0/2 | Over |
| Course Segment Clean Up #7 | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Please help clean up the course beautiful. Stop by the Volunteer Check In at 11 W 8th to grab some trash bags and gloves. You will need your own vehicle. The segment can be found here: https://ridewithgps.com/events/484266-unbound-2026-clean-up-sectors?S=55353574 This needs to be completed on Sunday, May 31. | 0/2 | Over |
| Unbound Gravel Neutral Aid Station - Americus | 12:00am (CT) | 3:30am (CT) | 701 Main St Americus, Kansas 66835 | Cheer participants on as they pass through Americus. Keep an eye on the water source and help tear down after the last rider cruises through. | 1/3 | Over |
| Course Segment Clean Up #11 | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Help keep the course beautiful. Stop by the Volunteer Check in to grab some trash bags and gloves. You will need your own vehicle to drive part of the course to pick up left over trash. This needs to be completed on Sunday, May 31. The course segment is found... | 1/2 | Over |
| Clean Up Segment 2 | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | https://ridewithgps.com/events/484266-unbound-2026-clean-up-sectors?S=55353463 | 1/1 | Over |
| Course Cleanup Section 1 | 8:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Emporia, KS | -Near Emporia- Let's keep the Flint Hills beautiful! Help us go out the day after the UNBOUND race finish to clean up the course. And we don't mean just the dropped wrappers and ejected bottles, we mean EVERYTHING. We have found car tires, mattresses, fence posts, many many beer cans... | 4/4 | Over |
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