2016 Turkey Day Run Chicago 5K/8K

Saturday, November 19th from 9:30am to Thursday, November 24th, 2016 1:30pm

About

Bird is the word on November 24 - Warm up your Thanksgiving appetite with Chicago’s longest running Thanksgiving tradition; the original Turkey Day Run Chicago! The Turkey Day Run Chicago brings family and friends together to start the day in a healthy way.

By volunteering you'll be supporting the Greater Chicago Food Depository ensuring no Chicagoan goes hungry this Thanksgiving. You can help by bringing cans of food to either packet pick-up or on race day.
Approval
Organizer will approve registrants
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
Any time before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
13 and up
Perks
All volunteers will receive a complimentary Turkey Day Beanie along with snacks and beverages. Individuals and groups are invited!

There are also fundraising opportunities at our events for groups!

Please wear comfortable and warm clothes and tennis shoes. Water and snacks will be provided but I would recommend bringing an extra water bottle to stay hydrated.
Parking Details
We are highly encouraging public transportation. Free neighborhood street parking is available, but plan to arrive early to find a spot. Parking is available at Lincoln Park Zoo on Cannon Drive for a fee.
*Note – Fullerton between Stockton and Lake Shore Drive AND the Northbound & Southbound Fullerton exits off Lake Shore Drive will close at 8:45 a.m.
GivePulse
326 Positions Filled | 134 Impacts | 670 Hours

Shifts (30)

1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescription
 
Info/Packet Pickup Captain9:30am (CT)6:30pm (CT)
1706 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Please check in with the Athlete Services Manager
Packet Pick-up will take place prior to the race at Fleet Feet - Old Town. Assist the Athlete Services Manager with customer service and packet pick-up logistics. Help provide information about the race to participants and spectators. Answer FAQs about the race, schedule, directions, and other general knowledge regarding the...Over
Packet Pickup - Saturday at Fleet Feet Sport Old Town9:30am (CT)2:30pm (CT)
1620 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over
Packet Pickup - Saturday at Fleet Feet Sport Old Town1:30pm (CT)6:30pm (CT)
1620 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over

1 - 3 of 3 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescription
 
Info/Packet Pickup Captain10:30am (CT)5:30pm (CT)
1706 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Please check in with the Athlete Services Manager
Packet Pick-up will take place prior to the race at Fleet Feet - Old Town. Assist the Athlete Services Manager with customer service and packet pick-up logistics. Help provide information about the race to participants and spectators. Answer FAQs about the race, schedule, directions, and other general knowledge regarding the...Over
Packet Pickup - Sunday at Fleet Feet Sport Old Town10:30am (CT)2:30pm (CT)
1620 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over
Packet Pickup - Sunday at Fleet Feet Sport Old Town1:30pm (CT)5:30pm (CT)
1620 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over

1 - 6 of 6 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescription
 
Packet Pickup - Wednesday at Fleet Feet Lincoln Square9:30am (CT)3:30pm (CT)
4762 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Parking lots with a 3-hour time limit are just south of the store on Leland Avenue next to CTA Brown Line Western station. Metered street parking is also available on Lincoln, Western or Lawrence avenues with a 2-hour limit.
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over
Packet Pickup - Wednesday at Fleet Feet Sports Old Town9:30am (CT)3:30pm (CT)
1706 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check-in with Volunteer Coordinator
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over
Wednesday Setup Crew12:00pm (CT)5:00pm (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Assist the staff with setting up the start and finish areas.Over
Packet Pickup - Wednesday at Fleet Feet Lincoln Square2:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)
Fleet Feet Lincoln Square - Check in with Volunteer Assistant
Chicago, IL 60625
Parking lots with a 3-hour time limit are just south of the store on Leland Avenue next to CTA Brown Line Western station. Metered street parking is also available on Lincoln, Western or Lawrence avenues with a 2-hour limit.
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over
Packet Pickup - Wednesday at Fleet Feet Sports Old Town2:30pm (CT)8:30pm (CT)
1706 North Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check-in with Volunteer Coordinator
You will be assigning athletes their bibs by typing their name into a computer then providing them with a pre-selected t-shirt size.Over
Info/Packet Pickup Captain4:30pm (CT)7:30pm (CT)
Fleet Feet Old Town
Chicago, IL 60614
Please check in with the Athlete Services Manager
Packet Pick-up will take place prior to the race at Fleet Feet - Old Town. Assist the Athlete Services Manager with customer service and packet pick-up logistics. Help provide information about the race to participants and spectators. Answer FAQs about the race, schedule, directions, and other general knowledge regarding the...Over

1 - 18 of 18 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescription
 
Info Tent Captain5:30am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Lincoln Park
Chicago, IL 60614
Assist with providing information about the race to participants and spectators. Answer FAQs about the race, schedule, directions, and other general knowledge regarding the event. It is required to go over Race Information Documents prior to the event. FAQs and all other information will be provided. Over
Floaters6:00am (CT)1:30pm (CT)
Lincoln Park
Chicago, IL 60614
You will be assigned where needed most throughout race day. Your main point of contact is Yasamin, Volunteer Coordinator. A preassigned schedule has been made for your group but tasks are subject to change on race day.Over
Gear Check Captains6:00am (CT)12:15pm (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Gear Check Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Registration, Directional & Awards Volunteers6:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Help setup the registration and awards area, assist Athlete Services during the event then help teardown the are following the event.Over
Start Line/Kids Race Captain6:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
These individuals will be in charge of managing start corral volunteers, making sure the pre-race water is setup and manned properly than making sure the volunteers are in place for the kids race.Over
Turkey Tailgate Volunteers6:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Assist in the setup, game assisting and tear-down of the Turkey Tailgate. Games include Turkey Bowling, Football Throw, Cornhole Toss, Costume Contest and Kid Zone Tent and more!Over
Gear Check Volunteers6:15am (CT)11:30am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
This positions give runners a peace of mind during pre and post-race, than knowing their belongings are safely stored. Duties include labeling and organizing runner's belongings when they drop off, and retrieving them in a timely manner at the end of the race. Bending and lifting up to 12lbs is...Over
Finish Captains6:45am (CT)12:00pm (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
These individuals will be in charge of managing Volunteers within the finish chute.Over
Finish Volunteers6:50am (CT)11:30am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Setup the finish chute and hand out fluids and product after athletes cross the finish line.Over
Start Volunteers & Kids Race7:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Assist with the setup of the start line, assist Start Line Coordinators during the event, man the pre-race water, help teardown the start then assist at the kids race at 10amOver
Turkey Handlers7:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Assist the Turkey Mascot throughout the Turkey Tailgate festivities.Over
Aid Station A Captain (Montrose)7:15am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Lake Shore Drive and Montrose Exit - Text Volunteer Coordinator when you arrive
Chicago, IL 60613
Free street parking is available on Montrose Dr. The fluid station will be located driectly on the Lake front path just south of Montrose Dr. Look for the port-a-johns and fluid station tables to locate the fluid station.
Fluid Station Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Fluid Station B Captain (Recreation)7:15am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Lake Shore Drive and Recreation Exit - Text Volunteer Coordinator when you arrive
Chicago, IL 60613
Parking is available in the Recreation Drive parking lot or Belmont Harbor. The fluid station is located directly on the Lake Front Path just south of Recreation Drive parking lot. Look for the port-a-johns to locate the fluid station.
Fluid Station Captains are the lead point in disseminating information and providing instruction to their respective volunteer team, and will be the point of contact for any questions or concerns on race day.Over
Aid Station A (Montrose)7:30am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Lincoln Park
Chicago, IL 60614
Work with the Fluid Station Captain to setup the station according to provided map then teardown the station following the last runner. Parking is located on W Montrose Ave.Over
Aid Station B (Recreation)7:30am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Lake Shore Drive and Recreation Drive - Check in with your Captain
Chicago, IL 60613
Parking is available in the Recreation Drive parking lot or Belmont Harbor. The fluid station is located directly on the Lake Front Path just south of Recreation Drive parking lot. Look for the port-a-johns to locate the fluid station.
Work with the Fluid Station Captain to setup the station according to provided map then teardown the station following the last runner.Over
Medical Assistance7:30am (CT)11:30am (CT)
Lincoln Park: Diversey Harbor Parking lot - Check in at Main Medical Tent, w/ Terri
Chicago, IL 60614
Assist with medical needs in a tent on the course or on site. Exact placement will be determined race morning. Medical knowledge required, medical professional licensing is preferred (EMT, Paramedic, RN, PT, MD).Over
Course Marshals8:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
These individuals will be placed on the course to ensure the athletes stay on course and to make sure all athletes and spectators are safe.Over
Tear Down Crew9:30am (CT)1:30pm (CT)
2781 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Parking is available with a parking pass at the Diversey Harbor Parking Lot on the far south side of the parking lot. The parking lot will close at 6:30am and reopen at 11am. Email ysabeti@lifetimefitness.com to receive a complimentary parking pass.
Assist the staff with tearing down and loading equipment trucks.Over