2015 Esprit de She Chicago 5k/10k Run

Saturday, July 18th from 9:00am to Thursday, July 23rd, 2015 11:00pm

About

We are working hard to make Esprit de She something truly special, not just for participants, but for the host communities as well. To make this possible, we need the enthusiastic support of volunteers like you. We are recruiting volunteers for a variety of positions prior to, during and following each event. If you want to support Esprit de She and wish to be involved, we have an important job for you!

All Esprit de She volunteers will receive a complimentary event crew shirt along with snacks and beverages. Individuals and groups are invited!
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
12 hours before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
13 and up
Requirement Details
Positive, upbeat individuals to help hundreds of women accomplish a goal!
Perks
Fulfill volunteer time for school or community programs, meet a new friend or business contact, increase social and relationship skills, increase self-confidence, increase communication skills, increase managerial skills, sense of achievement, create new interests or hobbies, new experience, meet a diverse range of people, career experience directly related to the following areas: medical, event management, sports management, sports marketing, communication.

All Volunteers will receive a Volunteer t-shirt along with snacks.

Please wear comfortable shorts/pants and tennis shoes. Water will be provided but I would recommend bringing an extra water bottle to stay hydrated.
Parking Details
We are highly encouraging public transportation. If driving is required, please see the following locations for each Volunteer position:

Packet Pickup at Fleet Feet Old Town:
There is a parking garage on North Ave. just west of the Piper's Alley entrance. The first hour is a validated $2 parking but regular rates apply following. Behind Piper's Alley or down North Ave, you can often find parking.

Limited street parking is available; public transportation is strongly encouraged. The following options are recommended:

By bus: 151, 156, 132 and or 143. Each route drops off along Stocken Drive one block west of Cannon Drive. Exit at the Wrightwood stop (from all bus options) with only a half block walk to race start/finish.

**Fluid Station #2 Parking: Parking lot at Lake Shore Drive and Foster. Ave.
GivePulse
169 Positions Filled | 154 Impacts | 2,988 Hours

Shifts (19)

1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescription
 
Packet Pickup - Saturday9:00am (CT)2:30pm (CT)
1620 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Checkin with Staff
Packet Pick-up will take place prior to the race at Fleet Feet - Old Town. Athletes follow a procession along marked tables to accumulate all the materials needed for race-day.Over
Packet Pickup - Saturday2:00pm (CT)7:30pm (CT)
1620 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Checkin with Staff
Packet Pick-up will take place prior to the race at Fleet Feet - Old Town. Athletes follow a procession along marked tables to accumulate all the materials needed for race-day.Over

1 - 17 of 17 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescription
 
Setup Crew10:00am (CT)3:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Assist the staff with setting up the start and finish areas.Over
Gear Check Captains3:30pm (CT)10:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Gear Check Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Start Captain3:30pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Start Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Gear Check & Bike Valet Volunteers3:45pm (CT)10:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
This positions give runners a peace of mind during pre and post-race, than knowing their belongings are safely stored. Duties include labeling and organizing runner's belongings when they drop off, and retrieving them in a timely manner at the end of the race. Bending and lifting up to 12lbs is... Over
Registration, Directional, ID Tent & Awards Volunteers4:00pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Help setup the registration and awards area, assist Athlete Services during the event then help teardown the are following the event.Over
Finish Captains4:30pm (CT)9:30pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Finish Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Course Marshals5:00pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Monitor the safety, progression, and flow of athletes within an assigned area. This may include: Being positioned at crosswalks, turns, or corners to verbally and/or physically signal directions to athletes along the course; Monitor participants and keep spectators from crossing/entering the course. Spectators are not allowed to cross an active... Over
Finish Volunteers5:00pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Setup the finish chute and hand out fluids and product after athletes cross the finish line.Over
Start Volunteers5:00pm (CT)8:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Assist with the setup of the start line, assist Start Line Coordinators during the event, help teardown the startOver
Aid Station A Captain5:15pm (CT)9:30pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Fluid Station Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Aid Station B Captain5:15pm (CT)9:30pm (CT)
Lake Front Path
Chicago, IL 60614
Meet directly at your aid station
Fluid Station Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Aid Station A5:30pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Work with the Fluid Station Captain to setup the station according to provided map then teardown the station following the last runner.Over
Aid Station B5:30pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
5200 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60614
Meet directly at your aid station and check-in with your Captain.
Work with the Fluid Station Captain to setup the station according to provided map then teardown the station following the last runner.Over
Medical Tent A5:30pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 N Lakeshore Dr
Chicago, IL 60640
Montrose Beach
Assist with the Medical needs at the aid station. Medical knowledge required.Over
Medical Tent B5:30pm (CT)9:30pm (CT)
5200 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60640
Meet directly at your aid station and check-in with your Captain.
Assist with the Medical needs at the aid station. Medical knowledge required.Over
Finish Area Medical Team6:00pm (CT)9:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Assist with medical needs on the course and finish area. Medical knowledge required.Over
Tear Down Crew8:30pm (CT)11:00pm (CT)
4400 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60640
Check-in at Main Volunteer Tent
Assist the staff with tearing down and loading equipment trucks.Over