Skip to main content

Just for the Helena of It

Sun October 20, 2024 Helena, MT 59602 US Directions

Find Your Category

Volunteer Information

Volunteer Information for Just for the Helena of It 2024!

Details

Greetings!

It takes more than 120 volunteers each year to ensure the safety and success of all who participate in Just for the Helena of It. We are grateful for your willingness to be an integral part of this event and share your time and energy with us.

Each volunteer will receive a volunteer race shirt (if registered before Oct. 1st), 1 free beverage at the finish line, safety equipment if necessary, detailed instructions and training opportunities, and our sincere appreciation for sharing your valuable time with us.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER

•Course guards need to be at least 18 years old.
•Families can bring their children, but they must stay on the sidewalk. They can't stop traffic.
•Volunteer times are an estimate. You will be released from your post by the course sweeper.
•Specific instructional emails will be sent out to each volunteer with detailed descriptions of their task.
•Some positions are password protected - if you are interested in volunteering for one of those positions please contact the race directors via email at info@runhelena.com.

All positions are for Sunday Oct. 20th unless designated otherwise!

Location

The Start/Finish line is located at Spring Meadow Lake State Park - 2715 Country Club Ave, Helena, MT 59602

Course Guards

Course Guard - Broadwater Ave & Service Road High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Broadwater Ave & Service Road

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Counrty Club Ave & Centennial Crossing High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Counrty Club Ave & Centennial Crossing

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Joslyn St & Centennial Crossing High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Joslyn St & Centennial Crossing

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Henderson St & Centennial Crossing High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Henderson St & Centennial Crossing

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Benton Ave & Centennial Crossing High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Benton Ave & Centennial Crossing

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Centennial Trail & West YMCA Trail High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Centennial Trail & West YMCA Trail

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - YMCA Trail & Lyndale Ave Tunnel High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

YMCA Trail & Lyndale Ave Tunnel

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Neill Ave & Front St High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Neill Ave & Front St

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Neill Ave & Fuller Ave High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Neill Ave & Fuller Ave

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Fuller Ave & Placer St High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Fuller Ave & Placer St

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Fuller Ave & Lawrence St High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Fuller Ave & Lawrence St

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Fuller Ave & 6th Ave High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Fuller Ave & 6th Ave

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - 6th Ave & Last Chance Gulch High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

6th Ave & Last Chance Gulch

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Broadway & Last Chance Walking Mall High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Broadway & Last Chance Walking Mall

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Park Ave & Reeders Alley High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Park Ave & Reeders Alley

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Benton Ave & Clarke St. High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Benton Ave & Clarke St.

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Clarke St & Harrison Ave High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Clarke St & Harrison Ave

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Harrison Ave & Lawrence St High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Harrison Ave & Lawrence St

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Lawrence St & Monroe Ave High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Lawrence St & Monroe Ave

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Monroe Ave & Holter St High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Monroe Ave & Holter St

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Top of Holter St High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Course Guard - Top of Holter St

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Ten Mile Trail Picnic Area High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Ten Mile Trail Picnic Area

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Course Guard - Ten Mile Trail Entrance & Service Road High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45AM - 2:00PM - Detailed training information will be distributed prior to race day. Safety equipment such as reflective vests and traffic signs will be provided.

Location

Ten Mile Trail Entrance & Service Road

Direct participants on the race course. Be helpful and encouraging. Hold traffic. Safety is the priority. Detailed training information will be distributed closer to race day. Course guards must be 18 years or older.

Packet Pick Up

Packet Pick Up Prep Medium Priority

At least 4 more volunteers needed.

Details

Assist in prepping packet pick up bags - THIS TASK WILL TAKE PLACE BETWEEN OCT. 14th - Oct.17th. Exact date/time/location will be announced.

Location

Exact time/dates/location to be announced

Packet Pick Up Table - Fri. Oct. 18th Medium Priority

At least 4 more volunteers needed.

Details

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM on FRIDAY OCT.18TH

Location

Assist with packet pick up and race check in - location TBD
Be aware this volunteer position is for the Friday BEFORE the event - Friday Oct. 18th

Packet Pick Up Table - Sat. Oct. 19th High Priority

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on SATURDAY OCT. 19TH

Location

Assist with packet pick up and race check in - location TBD
Be aware this volunteer position is for the day BEFORE the event - Saturday Oct. 19th

Race Day Packet Pick Up High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Assist with packet pick up and race check in

Course Set Up/Tear Down

13.1 & 10K Race Course Set Up - Sat. Oct. 19th High Priority

At least 7 more volunteers needed.

Details

3:00 PM - 8:00 PM - SATURDAY OCT. 19TH

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Assist in the placement of race course signs, directional markings, and traffic cones along the 2 courses.
Be aware this volunteer position is for the day BEFORE the event - Saturday Oct. 19th
More detailed information will be given prior to the 19th.

Final Course Check High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Bike the 3 race courses to confirm correct placement of all signs, cones, etc....

Race Course Tear Down High Priority

You must be 14-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 4 more volunteers needed.

Details

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow

Assist in the collection of race course signs and traffic cones along the 3 courses.

5K Course Set Up - Sat. Oct. 19th Medium Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Assist in the placement of race course signs, directional markings, and traffic cones along the 5K course.

Be aware this volunteer position is for the day BEFORE the event - Saturday Oct. 19th

Finish Line Crew

Finish Line Event Set Up High Priority

At least 7 more volunteers needed.

Details

6:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Help set up the Start/Finish line tents, barricades, decorations, tables, and other misc. tasks

Finish Line Food Table High Priority

At least 4 more volunteers needed.

Details

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow

Stock the table for racers as they cross the finish line and assist with the collection of participant votes for best water station

Bartender High Priority

You must be 18-100 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location

Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

ID customers and sling beer

Finish Line Tear Down/Clean Up Crew High Priority

At least 6 more volunteers needed.

Details

October 20th from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Location

Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Assist in the tear down/clean up of the Finish Line post race

Race Medal Hand Out High Priority

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location

Hand out finisher medals to runners after they cross the finish line located at the start/finish line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

MC High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Location

Start/Finish line at Spring Meadow lake State Park - Coordinate with Sidney WIlder

Merch Table High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location

Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow Lake State Park

Staff the Merch Table and handle sales/pick ups - coordinate with Sidney Wilder

Parking

Parking Attendant - Green Meadow High Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location

Green Meadow Parking Lot

Direct traffic as participants arrive - specific instructions will be included in your informational email. Safety vests and signs will be provided.

Parking Attendant - Spring Meadow High Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location

Spring Meadow Parking Lot

Direct traffic as participants arrive - specific instructions will be included in your informational email. Safety vests and signs will be provided.

Parking Attendant - Georges Lot High Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location

Georges Distributing Parking Lot

Direct traffic as participants arrive - specific instructions will be included in your informational email. Safety vests and signs will be provided.

Parking Attendant - Broadwater High Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location

Direct traffic as participants arrive - specific instructions will be included in your informational email. Safety vests and signs will be provided.

Parking Attendant - MT WIld High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Location

Montana Wild Parking Lot

Direct traffic as participants arrive - specific instructions will be included in your informational email. Safety vests and signs will be provided.

Country Club Crossing Guard High Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location

Direct traffic as participants arrive - specific instructions will be included in your informational email. Safety vests and signs will be provided.

Bike Leaders/Sweepers

13.1 & 10k Bike Leader High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45 AM - until the 1st runner crosses the Finish Line

Location

Start at Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow

Lead the racers, staying in front of the 1st runner, to signal that the course is live to all volunteers stationed on the course

13.1 & 10k Bike/Walker Sweeper High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

8:45 AM - 2:00 PM

Location

Start at Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow

Follow the last racer to release all volunteers from their post and close the course

5k Bike Leader High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

9:45 AM - until the 1st runner crosses the Finish Line

Location

Start at Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow

Lead the racers, staying in front of the 1st runner, to signal that the course is live to all volunteers stationed on the course


5k Bike/Walker Sweeper High Priority

No volunteer spots remaining.

This volunteer task is full.

Details

9:45 AM - 1:00 PM

Location

Start at Start/Finish Line at Spring Meadow

Follow the last racer to release all volunteers from their post and close the course

Ham Radio

Ham Radio Operator - Command Center High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location

Finish Line - Spring Meadow Lake State Park - Coordinate Ham Radio Units at Finish Line/Water Stations with Jo Hawkins

Water Station

Water Station #1 High Priority

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (may require earlier set up)

Location

Located at the west side junction of Benton Avenue/Centennial Trail

Water stations will be responsible for handing water to runners as they pass by. The water stations #1,#2,#3,#4 will be competing in our annual water station competition. Each water station will be tasked with coming up with a theme and decorating their station and themselves accordingly. Creativity, music, and enthusiasm are encouraged! Bring the fun! Runners will vote at the finish line for their favorite water station, the winner will receive a prize.

Water Station #2 High Priority

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (may require earlier set up)

Location

Located on the southside of Walking Mall/Broadway Avenue, across from Birds and Beasley’s

Water stations will be responsible for handing water to runners as they pass by. The water stations #1,#2,#3,#4 will be competing in our annual water station competition. Each water station will be tasked with coming up with a theme and decorating their station and themselves accordingly. Creativity, music, and enthusiasm are encouraged! Bring the fun! Runners will vote at the finish line for their favorite water station, the winner will receive a prize.

Water Station #3 High Priority

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (may require earlier set up)

Location

Located at Holter Street/LeGrande Cannon Blvd on the side of the street before the trail gate

Water stations will be responsible for handing water to runners as they pass by. The water stations #1,#2,#3,#4 will be competing in our annual water station competition. Each water station will be tasked with coming up with a theme and decorating their station and themselves accordingly. Creativity, music, and enthusiasm are encouraged! Bring the fun! Runners will vote at the finish line for their favorite water station, the winner will receive a prize.

Water Station #4 High Priority

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (may require earlier set up)

Location

Silverette Street/LeGrande Cannon Blvd at the trail gate

Water stations will be responsible for handing water to runners as they pass by. The water stations #1,#2,#3,#4 will be competing in our annual water station competition. Each water station will be tasked with coming up with a theme and decorating their station and themselves accordingly. Creativity, music, and enthusiasm are encouraged! Bring the fun! Runners will vote at the finish line for their favorite water station, the winner will receive a prize.

Water Station 5K High Priority

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (may require earlier set up)

Location

Located at the far turn of the 5K course on the TenMile Trail as it heads back to start

Water stations will be responsible for handing water to runners as they pass by. Please note, this water station is NOT competing in the Water Station Competition.

Race Info Shop Sign Up Find a Participant
Event Info Sponsors Results Photos
Donate Volunteer Refund Policy

If you continue to use this site, you consent to use all cookies. We use cookies to offer you a better browsing experience. Read how we use cookies and how you can control them by visiting our Privacy Policy.

If you continue to use this site, you consent to use all cookies.