Monday, September 07, 2009

Packet Stuffing Night!

Hard to believe, but the Ford's Colony 5k and 10k race is this weekend! We are expecting over 350 runners, spectators, and volunteers to join us Saturday morning for the second annual event. There are a few pre-race activities where Scott and I need your help.

Race Packet Assembly: We are planning for Thursday at 6:00 pm. to assemble race packets. This means getting the right chip, with the right number and the right shirt in the runners bags. We also are adding in some extra goodies from sponsors. Each bag and race number will be labeled with the runners name. Like in the past, we will do the assembly at the main RBC building near the YMCA. If you can help, please post here. With 8-10 people, this will take about 90 minutes to complete. CALL MY CELL PHONE IF YOU NEED TO GET IN THE BUILDING 903-0713
  1. Michael
  2. Arthur
  3. Amber
  4. Ryan
  5. Bob
  6. Jon
  7. Ron
  8. Levi

Race Packet Pickup: We are strongly encouraging local runners to pick up their race packets in advance. This will make race day far less stressful. Early packet pickup is available at Dental Care Center on Sunset Avenue this Friday from noon - 6:30 pm. We will remind runners of this with an email this week. I would not be surprised to see over 150 runners pick them up early. I am looking for people to work shifts at the table. Two people per slot is probably enough, but three would not hurt.

  • Set Up - Michael, Scott
  • 12:00 - Michael, Scott, ________, ________
  • 1:00 - Michael, Ursula, Russ, ________
  • 2:00 - Michael, Ursula, Russ
  • 3:00 - ________, Tracy (late)
  • 4:00 - Tracy, Robin, Kelly, Levi
  • 5:00 - Robin, Kelly, Ron
  • Pack Up - Robin, Kelly, Ron
  • Transport - Ron, ________

If the late shift person has a truck or van, it would be a BIG help if you can bring them to Ford's Colony after you are done.

Race Day: We are still looking for more volunteers on race day as well. If you know someone who can help, please let us know ASAP.

Thank you RMEC for helping the Ford's Colony Race to become a reality once again!

22 comments:

  1. Arthur8:08 AM

    I will be there for packet night on Thursday....6 PM.

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  2. Amber8:32 AM

    I can help with Packet Stuffing on Thursday night.

    Also, Jon and I are signed up as volunteers, so just let us know how/where we are needed on Sat.

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  3. Anonymous8:57 AM

    I can help with packet pickup during the 4-6:30 shift and I am signed up to volunteer on Sat.

    Robin Johnson

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  4. Michael10:44 AM

    We picked up four more race-day volunteers this morning! We still need more, but are heading in the right direction.

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  5. I will be there for packet stuffing on Thurs eve.

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  6. Tracy Proctor1:57 PM

    I can help with packet pick up on friday but would need a strange shift of around 3:45ish-5:15ish to drop and pick Mackenzie up. If needed I can cover 12 to 2 (would be a couple minutes late getting there) I will more than likely have Hunter with me though!

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  7. Michael3:58 PM

    If anyone has any large cardboard boxes, we will need some extras for the race packets.

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  8. Anonymous5:44 PM

    Kelly can help with pickup from 4:30-6:30. Robin Johnson

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  9. Anonymous6:10 PM

    Would be glad to help with packet stuffing night.

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  10. ^ This is from Jon

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  11. kelly7:32 PM

    Michael,

    My husband, Jerry, said he would help Saturday. I'll have him sign up on the website.

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  12. Michael8:30 PM

    Kelly, that is fantastic. Thank you!

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  13. I can help on Thursday with packet stuffing and can work the packet pickup anytime after 5pm and transport them to Fords Colony.

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  14. Michael10:09 AM

    Thanks Ron! What kind of vehicle to you have? There will be several large boxes.

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  15. Jeep Cherokee...Think they'll fit?

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  16. Scott1:15 PM

    Ron - Should be no problem fitting them in the Cherokee. Hopefully, the majority of them will be picked up by the end of the day Friday anyway!

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  17. Ursula2:53 PM

    I will work packet pick-up 1-3 on Friday.

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  18. Michael9:31 AM

    If any one can help with packet pickup, we still ahve several gaps. Even if it is just an hour it would be a big help.

    I have my name down for the early slots, but honestly, I hope to get others to volunteer there, so I can be at Ford's Colony setting up the course.

    Thanks every one. Things are shaping up to be a great event!

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  19. Anonymous12:32 PM

    I can help stuff the packets tonight and help packet pickup tomorrow at 4:00.

    Levi Moore

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  20. I can help with packet pick-up from 1:00 to 3:00

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  21. tracy p9:10 PM

    I will see if I can drop mac off early and get there as soon after 3 as I can

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  22. Thank you Russ. I know it is not easy to drive from Wilson to help!

    Thank you to the packet stuffing crew last night. It went flawlessly! Should make pakcet pickup very easy for everyone!

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