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Volunteer for walkMS©

VOLUNTEER NOW AND JOIN THE MOVEMENT!

We can’t do this amazing event without you! The success of the 2010 Zwanger-Pesiri walkMS© is directly related to the wonderful volunteers who help make this event happen.

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VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
FYI: Did you know that volunteers can raise money as an individual or team? 

SET-UP:
Arrive by 6:30 am to set-up tables, chairs, signage, displays, etc. Bring work gloves! (Lifting required)

REGISTRATION VOLUNTEERS:
Arrive by 7:30 am to greet, meet, sign-in walkers, collect pledges, forms and distribute t-shirts.

ROUTE MARKERS:
Volunteers place signs along the route the morning of the walk. All route markers will be trained and given the necessary supplies. Arrival time: 7:30 a.m.

ROUTE MONITORS AND MARSHALS (HAM RADIO OPERATORS):
Provide support, safety and direction to walkers along the route. Route Monitors will also be responsible for removing the route signs after the event concludes. Arrival time: 8:30 a.m.

PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC DIRECTORS:
Volunteers great walkers when they arrive and direct them to their destinations. Arrival time: 8:00 a.m.

FOOD SERVERS:
Help serve light refreshments at the start/finish area for returning walkers.
Arrival time Light refreshments: 10:00 a.m.
REST STOP CAPTAINS:
Take-charge people are needed to supervise groups of volunteers at rest stops. Step up to the challenge.
Arrival time: 9:00 a.m.
REST STOPS:
Volunteers are at rest stops along the route to distribute food, beverages and cheer on walkers. Assist with set-up and clean-up as necessary.
Arrival time: 9:00 a.m.

TENT OF HOPE:
Distribute items needed to make personal signs for the This Is Why/Wall of Hope. Sell MS Bracelets, MS Dogs, Magnets, Towels, Hats...
Arrival time: 8:00 a.m.

TEAM/EVENT PHOTOS:
Take photos of teams participating in the walk, as well as general photos of the event.
Arrival time: 8:00 a.m.

FIRST AID STATION:
Medical personnel will be located at the start/finish area for each route. Volunteers treat non-emergency and minor injuries; ambulances will be called for transportation if major treatment is required. (Must be CPR & First Aid Certified)

FINISH LINE GREETER:
Cheer walkers as they cross the finish line. Distribute buttons to event participants and thank them for participating (great for scout troops).
Arrival time: 9:30 a.m.

TRUCK DRIVERS:
Drive trucks to load boxes and drop off supplies at each walk location (must have valid drivers license & insurance).
CLEAN-UP CREW:
Move barricades, take down signs, pack event trucks and more. Please note heavy lifting (20-50 lbs) is required.
Arrival time: 10:30 a.m.
ENTERTAINMENT:
Face Painting, cheerleading teams, clowns, etc....


For more information or to volunteer, please contact Sharon Sliva at ssliva@nmssli.org or call at (631) 864-8337 or (516) 740-7227 ext. 208.  

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