Detroit Free Press Marathon volunteers needed

The Alzheimer's Association is grateful to be a Charity Partner at the Detroit Marathon for the first time! The FREEP raised over $24,000 last year to join us in the fight against Alzheimer's. We are looking for 30 volunteers to be COURSE MONITORS with us on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 5:45AM until about 1-2PM.

The energy is high, the racers are kind and it's a wonderful opportunity to join our mission!

Sunday, Oct 18 6AM-1:45PM

30 Volunteers needed to be Course Monitors

This key position is responsible for being the eyes and ears of the U.S. side of the course on race day. Monitors observe conditions on the course, including runners, spectators and traffic.

Detailed Responsibilities Include:

• Report to the Course Monitor section captain on the course on time to pick up last minute info, their volunteer shirt, a safety vest and a flag
• Arrive at their appointed location on time, and remain at the post until relieved or until the completion of the race
• Report course security violations and/or traffic and spectator control problems to nearby police officers and to the marathon Command Center
• Direct and encourage participants, ensuring they stay on course (especially at turns, if applicable)
• Report any medical emergencies to the Command Center
• Assist medical personnel and equipment by temporarily moving barricades, if required