So if I can't RUN a marathon theses days (and I CAN'T) I might as well help others run one!
My buddy and I have worked The Flying Pig Marathon here in Cincinnati since it's inception 10 years ago. It's a real BLAST!
We are now the organizers of the finish line. You would be amazed at how much time it takes to put this thing together. Meetings start in January for the race that is held the second Sunday in May each year. Medals, blankets, chips removal, food, water, Gatorade. We are responsible for providing the volunteers, setting it all up and getting it all handed out. I work from about 5:30 AM till noon, and feel like I have run it when it's all over!
So if you are not already volunteering for a marathon, do it! And if you are anywhere close to Cincinnati next May, get in touch with me! I'd love to use you! ;-)
I have run 5 marathons in the past, and still have dreams of maybe doing another. But I have to tell you, after working the finish line, I'm not too sure I can put myself through that again. All of you who are doing them.. God Bless You!!!
Peace....
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Oh ya, I remember this from last year! Great work volunteering your time and thank you on behalf of all the runners (not that I was there, but I can still appriciate the effort!). Man, being at the finish line gives you quite the persepctive on the race- a lot of sheer and total exhaustion, but also a lot of celebration and elation. Must have been quite the experience. You'll be out there again! :)
I have a friend that supported me in a half-marathon. He decided to volunteer while waiting. They assigned him to the finish line removing chips! He looked at me, I looked at him and neither of us could determine who was the most tired!
You are serving a most valuable function, my friend.
Now this Cincinnatti? Is it in the USA? Anywhere near Denver, CO? Darn! Looks like I can't help out this year!
Charlie
Kevin, I believe I know what you mean. Last Seattle's was very well organized, I understand they hire a company to do it, and there is not much volunteer work. But I was amazed with all the logistics. It is a great effort... Thanks for doing it.. I am thinking on volunteering where not running...
take care... Your baby gets more gorgeous every day.
sincere-lee
lizzie lee
Ditto what Jen said. Thanks from all of us runners. I would love to volunteer for a race. The volunteers are awesome!
Hey there - I am in Cincinnati too and I ran the Pig this year for the 2cd time. Thanks for volunteering!
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