The American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure depends on volunteers like you to help the event run smoothly and make it an unforgettable experience for riders! You can find detailed listings on our Volunteer Sign Up site:
https://signup.com/go/TDCNewEngland
Here is a listing of the various volunteer opportunities you will find:
Event set up the day before the Tour
Check-In Area - Welcomes the riders, helps check them in and get them out on the route.
Food/Water Areas - Make sure riders are fueled properly with breakfast, lunch and lots of water!
Safety & Security - Help riders get on their way quickly and easily by helping with areas such as car and bike parking.
SAG (Support And Gear vehicles) - Drive the route to look for any riders needing assistance. Helps riders with mechanical problems and transports tired riders to the finish if necessary.
Medical - Treats injuries as necessary. We're looking for EMTs, RNs and others with a medical background to be stationed at our rest stops along routes and at the start/finish
Mechanical Support - Provides bicycle repairs and inspections for the riders.
Motorcycle Escort - Monitors route activity, cruises the course looking for any riders needing assistance, and tracks the first and last riders on the course.
Ride Ambassadors - These are experienced cyclists who serve as an example of safe riding and offer support and guidance to riders.
Rest Stop - Serves refreshments and offers support, encouragement and lots of cheering!
On Route Support -- Located at key locations on routes to guide and encourage riders.
Finish line - Cheers riders in after completing their day, serves refreshments and distributes T-shirts.
If interested, please click the following link to sign up for the role and time you want: https://signup.com/go/TDCNewEngland
Any questions, please contact Elizabeth, EDuncan@diabetes.org