The main commitment of the volunteers is to work at a total of 8 checkpoints and feed stations, which start on Friday evening and close on Sunday evening. Over the years, volunteers have dedicated their time and effort to helping the race organization by providing assistance to runners with a "mission" to reach the finish line.
Volunteers are the backbone of the event, getting up early, staying up late, marking the way, welcoming participants, refueling, caring for them, encouraging them, motivating them, pushing them to accomplish their challenge.
Every year, all the runners congratulate and thank them for their human warmth and the good-natured way in which they contribute to the GTLC, which suits it so well.
They are the volunteers who have brought the dream of Christophe Libin, creator of the GTLC, to life. Without them, nothing would be possible... Thank you for your energy!
What do you get as a volunteer?
- Help create a positive image of yourself and the GTLC;
- Fun and games;
- Be part of a positive event;
- Volunteer kit (T-shirt, food, refreshment token); Each volunteer will receive equipment to wear during the race and to return afterwards.
- Create new friendships;
- See running from a different angle (maybe that'll appeal to you).
You're all welcome, whatever your age and previous experience in similar jobs, as this type of commitment doesn't require any special skills. This year, we need 150 motivated, valuable, responsible and cheerful volunteers.
During preparation and afterwards
Course reconnaissance, trail marking and clearing.
Preparation and distribution of start envelopes, dispatching of personal bags for refreshments.
Site set-up and tear-down, signposting, parking of vehicles.
Set up and dismantle various refreshment points.
Food logistics and distribution.
ETC...
During the race
Management of the registration team, cash desk, disputes.
Commitment at refreshment points and checkpoints.
Registration, distribution of GPS trackers, collection of personal bags, security around the site, management of calls from dispatched runners according to the urgency of the calls, repatriation of dropouts.
Management of time barriers.
Total preparation takes 5 to 10 days in May.
In exchange for volunteering, each association receives remuneration according to the hours worked. For individual volunteers, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and we'll come back to you afterwards for a glass of friendship...
Anyone who volunteers will enjoy the following benefits:
- Main meals such as breakfast, a hot meal during the day or evening (team members must provide their own additional snacks if necessary).
- Additional travel expenses if your vehicle is used, at our request, during the event, will be reimbursed.
Are you convinced? Would you also like to join the GTLC adventure?
As you probably know, an event cannot exist without volunteers, so we need you! Don't hesitate to contact us if you're interested! Great atmosphere guaranteed!
For more information, please contact us!
- info@grandtrail.be