Decker Challenge

Are you passionate about running and looking for a way to contribute to the Austin running community? The Austin Runners Club invites you to join our incredible volunteer team on December 8, 2024 for the 47th running of one of Austin’s oldest and most iconic races. The Decker Challenge is a family-friendly event that includes competitive Half Marathon and 5K distances, plus a fun Kids Mile all benefiting Marathon Kids. We hope to see you there!

Volunteer Opportunities:

• Pre-race set up on Friday 12/6, 12-4pm (Travis County Expo Center): Unload and set-up, attach signage, place signage, place chairs, tables & pop-up tents.
• Packet Pick-up on Friday 12/6 and Saturday12/7: Check-in participants at computer stations, hand out shirts and bibs. Shift details TBD.
• Water Stations: Set up and man our multiple water/aid stations along the route. Hydrate and cheer on our runners! Bring a friend or group! There will be 6 water stations, shift times and locations TBD.
• Start Line Support: Help staff with start and finish logistics, control access to the course, clear discarded gear and items.
• Course Marshals: Direct runners on course, keep them and cheer them on! Location of station provided closer to race day. Shifts TBD.
• Finish Line Support: Set up and distribute food/nutrition and water. Assist in directing runners through the area, ensure finish is clear of trash or hazards.
• Medal Distribution: Organize finisher medals, hand out to participants after they cross the finish line.
• Check-in Desk Support: Assist with late packet pick-up, answer questions and offer general site support.
• Volunteer Tent Support: Assist Volunteer Coordinator with check-in, shirt hand outs and fielding questions. (Previous experience preferred)
• Distance Challenge Support: Assist staff with our Distance Challenge Event participant check-in and hospitality tent.
• Tear down: Breakdown tents, tables, chairs, signage, general area clean up and move items to loading zone for truck.

Leads: Are you a race veteran and can help other volunteers at their stations? We need you! Check out lead roles or contact us directly. volunteers@austinrunners.org
Groups: Do you have a large group or organization who wants to volunteer together? We need you! Contact us directly: volunteers@austinrunners.org on the process for group sign up.

Race Day:
Sunday, December 8th, 2024
8:00 AM

Location:
Decker Lake/Travis County Exposition Center Banquet Hall
7311 Decker Lane, Austin, TX 78724

If you have questions, please reach out: volunteers@austinrunners.org

Click below to sign up today, we can't wait to see you!