Support Jackson's Ride the Gorge and
the Jackson Hill Foundation! Volunteers help
support the event and the riders
and
are critical to the success of this event.
This fundraising event relies on volunteers, and we look forward to having you and your friends, family and coworkers involved.
We offer volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups, and corporate teams. Your time and energy will ensure the success of our event and you'll be supporting the Jackson Hill Foundation.
*Fundraising is not a requirement of
volunteers, but we've provided you with the online tools to do
so. The Jackson Hill Foundation truly appreciates your
support.
Volunteering for Jackson's Ride the Gorge
is a lot of fun and a great way to spend a beautiful day in
and around the Columbia River Gorge. To thank all our great
volunteers, you will receive:
- Entry to the Finish Line
Party
-
A free
Jackson's Ride the Gorge T-shirt
- Most positions give you a Free
Ride to Jackson's Ride the Gorge
- A couple positions allow you to
transfer your free ride to another
person
Check out the position descriptions below to
see which ones you like best. Then, click on the "REGISTER
NOW" button above to sign
up.
Click on a position for
further detail, and just e-mail
us if you have
questions.
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| THURSDAY |
| Admin Volunteers
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Help with pre-event projects |
4:00-7:00pm |
Y |
| FRIDAY |
| Early Set Up
Crew |
Help unload trucks and begin set up in Hood River |
4:00-7:00pm |
Y |
| SATURDAY |
| Set Up
+ Registration |
Prepare area for ride, register riders |
5:00-10:00am |
Y |
| Finish
Line Party Prep
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Set up finish line party |
10:00am-2:00pm |
N |
| Finish Line - Shift
I |
Help serve dinner, pour drinks, general help |
1:00-5:00pm |
N |
| Finish
Line - Shift II |
Help serve dinner, pour drinks, general help |
4:00-8:00pm |
Y** |
| Rest Stops
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Provide on-course support |
Various, see below |
Y** |
| Mechanic Rider - 100 mile
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Ride along to help fix bike problems |
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Y |
| Mechanic Rider - 50 mile
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Ride along to help fix bike problems |
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Y |
| Mechanic Rider - 25 mile
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Ride along to help fix bike problems |
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Y |
| Medical
Rider - 100 mile |
Ride along for safety. MDs, RNs, EMTs only. |
6:00am-end |
Y |
| Medical
Rider - 50 mile |
Ride along for safety. MDs, RNs, EMTs only. |
8:00am-end |
Y |
| Medical
Rider - 25 mile |
Ride along for safety. MDs, RNs, EMTs only. |
9:00am-end |
Y |
| Sweep
Rider - 100 mile |
Be the last rider on course |
8:00am-end |
Y |
| Sweep
Rider - 50 mile |
Be the last rider on course |
9:00am-end |
Y |
| Motorcycle Support
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Provide on-course support |
6:00am-end |
Y |
| MONDAY |
| Truck
Unloading
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Help unload trucks back in Portland |
10:00am-2:00pm |
Y |
WHAT
YOU GET:
A free ride, t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get your volunteering out of the way early and be able to ride the event for free.
DETAILS:
Help make reminder phone calls to volunteers, pre-sort t-shirts; basically assist with any last minute administrative details.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A free ride, t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get your volunteering out of the way early and be able to ride the event for free.
DETAILS:
Help transform our facility into the Jackson's Ride the Gorge start line. You will unload equipment, set up tables and chairs, hang banners, etc.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A
free ride (50 or 25 mile only), t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Help the event come to life! Put together the continetal breakfast for riders, place welcoming decorations and banners, and then help all the riders through the registration process.
DETAILS:
Help hang banners, erect canopies, check in
riders, give information, set out food, empty garbage cans and other
necessary tasks to get the event rolling. We have seated and
standing, lifting and non-lifting projects available for shy or
outgoing people.
ABOUT RIDING:
This is
an extremely important position! We are depending
on you to help us start the whole event. We need
you until 10:00am, so you
are restricted to riding only the 50 or
25 mile routes - even if you're a strong
rider. Thanks for your understanding,
thanks for signing up to volunteer, and enjoy.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A t-shirt and entry into the finish line party.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Whether you like to play Martha Stewart or
you just like to be helpful, you'll find this
to be a fun position as you help us get ready
for a gourmet dinner under the guidance of
our excellent caterer (he loves working our
events). Watch a surge or riders return hungry
and appreciative of your efforts.
DETAILS:
Help our caterer with the layout of food,
arrangement of bowls, placement of garbage cans and other
tasks necessary to get ready to serve dinner to over 500
people. You will also help serve dinner, clear plates, empty
garbage cans, distribute goody bags, answer questions and sell
t-shirts as well as other tasks as needed. We have seated and
standing, lifting and non-lifting projects available for shy
or outgoing people.
WHAT YOU GET:
A t-shirt and entry into the finish line party.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Cheer riders over the finish line and help
fuel them after a long day! Listen to their
stories from the course.
DETAILS:
You help serve dinner, clear plates,
empty garbage cans, answer questions and sell t-shirts as
well as other tasks as needed.We have seated and standing,
lifting and non-lifting projects available for shy or outgoing
people.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A t-shirt and entry into the finish line party. You
may also ride the 50 mile route
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Cheer riders over the finish line and help
fuel them after a long day! Listen to their
stories from the course..
DETAILS:
You help serve dinner, clear plates, empty
garbage cans, distribute goody bags, answer
questions, sell t-shirts, pack up supplies,
load the truck, break down equipment and help
with general clean up as well as other tasks
as needed. We
have seated and standing, lifting and non-lifting
projects available for shy or outgoing people.
** ABOUT THE FREE RIDE:
This is an extremely important position!
We are depending on you to help us close down the event and
send the rider off well. We need you to be available
exactly at 4:00pm, so you are restricted to riding only the 50 or 25
mile routes - even if you're a strong rider. Thanks for
your understanding, thanks for signing up to volunteer, and
enjoy.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A free t-shirt and entry into the finish line party. **After the last rider has gone by, you can ride the rest of the course, if you like.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get to
see the route and beautiful parts of the Columbia Gorge area while you refuel riders (who will be most appreciative of what you are providing).
DETAILS:
Work with our partnering staff to set out food and water, clean up, serve riders, empty garbage cans and other tasks as necessary. You must have a cell phone.
LOCATIONS:
- Parkdale Fire
Department :
6:30am-11:30am
- Pine Grove Elementary:
7:45am-1:30pm
- Rowena Crest Baptist
Church:
9:00am-1:00pm
- 7 Mile Hill: 10:15am-2:45pm
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ride, t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Help riders with their bikes when they are stranded on the side of the road. You get to be the hero.
DETAILS:
Ride along mechanics must have advanced mechanical skills and be able to do on-the-spot basic repair. Mechanics bring their own basic tool kit, a cell phone and are proactive about providing support on course. We will provide some tubes and a mechanic vest for you to wear on course so you are recognized as official ride support.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A free ride, t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
If someone unfortunately crashes, you will be there to lend a helping hand.
DETAILS:
To sign up for this position, you must
be an RN, EMT, or MD
and provide your own ride-along medical kit and bring a cell phone.
Meet by the Volunteer Check In table. We'll gather all medical riders together so you know who else is on course.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A free ride, t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Ride in leisure. You get to take in all the beauty of the course at the back of the pack.
DETAILS:
You will be the last person on the course. As you go by different rest stops and key locations, you can let the staff know that you are the end of the ride and they can pack up.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Support the riders while riding in the most breath-taking locations in Oregon
DETAILS:
Must get approval from Neal. If you're in, you'll know what to do.
WHAT
YOU GET:
A free ride, t-shirt and entry into the finish line party
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Ride on Saturday, volunteer on Monday
DETAILS:
You will help us unload our truck and put
away all the supplies. We trust you to enjoy your free ride
and then come help us the next day.
If you have questions about
volunteering, please contact Chad Smoot, Chad@GoodSportPromotion.com .
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