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Our UNBOUND Gravel event offers numerous volunteering opportunities that you can choose from based on your interests or skills. Help your community and athletes achieve their health, fitness, and bucket list goals by volunteering with us! Our volunteer program allows volunteers to work a minimum of 10 hours and bypass the 2027 lottery. Registration fees apply, you must select in the signup you are volunteering to bypass lottery, hours can be paid forward to a family or friend, volunteer hours cannot be deferred to the following year. If you have any questions, please email unboundgravel@ltevents.zendesk.com
**Due to the nature of events, the time of the shifts may be altered slightly. Please check back to this site as well as check your email for any updates.
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Shifts (130)
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodie bag Stuffing/T-shirt unboxing | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Join us to help prepare for UNBOUND Gravel by stuffing the goodie bags athletes will receive at Packet Pickup! We’ll also be unboxing and organizing t-shirts for each race distance. This fun and essential task takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lyon County History Center. | 17/20 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodie bag Stuffing/T-shirt unboxing | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Join us to help prepare for UNBOUND Gravel by stuffing the goodie bags athletes will receive at Packet Pickup! We’ll also be unboxing and organizing t-shirts for each race distance. This fun and essential task takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lyon County History Center. | 26/28 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodie bag Stuffing/T-shirt unboxing | 6:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Join us to help prepare for UNBOUND Gravel by stuffing the goodie bags athletes will receive at Packet Pickup! We’ll also be unboxing and organizing t-shirts for each race distance. This fun and essential task takes place on the 3rd floor of the Lyon County History Center. | 20/20 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packet Pickup Setup | 6:00pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Help us get ready for Packet Pickup by organizing tables, chairs, and signage to create a smooth and welcoming experience for our athletes. This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center 3rd floor! | 20/20 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 12:00pm (CT) | 5:00pm (CT) | The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 2/2 | Over | |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Wednesday Load-In | 9:30am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers are needed to assist with setup and exhibitor load-in. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! The first shift will be setup and the second shift will be Check-in/Load-in of exhibitors.  | 6/6 | Over |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Wednesday Load-In | 12:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers are needed to assist with setup and exhibitor load-in. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! The first shift will be setup and the second shift will be Check-in/Load-in of exhibitors.  | 15/15 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 3:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will hand out t-shirt, goodie bags! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 4/4 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 12:30pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will hand out t-shirt, goodie bags. This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 6/6 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 25 & 50 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 3:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates and t-shirts. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 15/15 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 12:30pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 6/6 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Check-In (PPU) | 3:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 2/2 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 100 & 200 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 3:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 15/15 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 100 & 200 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 12:30pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 15/15 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 25 & 50 Athlete Check-in (PPU) | 12:30pm (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 12/12 | Over |
| Crew For Hire Check In | 12:29pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | Assist participants with Crew For Hire Check in during Check In. | 2/2 | Over | |
| Check Identification at Packet Pick Up | 12:30pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | Assist with checking photo identification at Packet Pick Up. Must be 21. | 1/1 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNBOUND Gravel 100 & 200 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 15/15 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 25 & 50 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 9:30am (CT) | 1:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 12/12 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 25 & 50 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 10/10 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel XL Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 11:30am (CT) | 4:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 5/5 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel 100 & 200 Athlete Check-In (PPU) | 9:30am (CT) | 1:30pm (CT) | 711 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Be part of the action by helping athletes check in for UNBOUND Gravel! Volunteers will use computers to check athletes in and hand out bike plates. Your friendly and organized support ensures participants are ready to roll! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 24/24 | Over |
| Crew For Hire Check In | 9:30am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Assist participants with Crew For Hire check in at the Lyon County History Museum. | 2/2 | Over | |
| Crew For Hire Check In | 1:00pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Assist participants with Crew For Hire check in at the Lyon County History Museum. | 2/2 | Over | |
| Check Identification at Packet Pick Up | 9:30am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | Assist with checking photo identification at Packet Pick Up. Must be 21. | 1/1 | Over | |
| Check Identification at Packet Pick Up | 1:30pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | Assist with checking photo identification at Packet Pick Up. Must be 21. | 1/1 | Over | |
| Expo Tear Down | 6:00pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Warehouse Emporia, KS 66801 | Assist with take down of Expo and prepare for race day. Move beer garden fencing form Expo area to Finish festival area. Assist with vendor clean up and take down. | 21/25 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finish Line Celebration | 6:30pm (CT) | 11:30pm (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Warehouse Emporia, KS 66801 | Help celebrate our UNBOUND Gravel finishers by handing out their well-earned finisher prizes! Volunteers in this role will greet riders as they cross the finish line, distribute prizes, and share in the excitement of their achievement. This is a fun and rewarding way to engage with participants and be part... | 6/10 | Over |
| Feed Zone- Cassoday | 7:30am (CT) | 12:30pm (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/oXA7Bo6kG4u1anXL7 Cassoday, Kansas | Volunteers will be needed to for setup/teardown. Also, supporting riders with refilling water bottles and restock on nutrition, discarding of trash, and cheering them on. | 10/12 | Over |
| Start/Finish Set Up | 9:30am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Want to be part of the Finish Line? We need your support! Assist with the set up of Shimano Carpets at Start/Finish line set up. This will be physical- dress comfortable! | 5/8 | Over | |
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 10:00am (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | Unbound Lead Volunteer Team The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 0/2 | Over | |
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 3:00pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | Unbound Lead Volunteer Team The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 1/2 | Over | |
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 8:00pm (CT) | 1:00am (CT) | Unbound Lead Volunteer Team The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 0/2 | Over | |
| Unbound Lead Volunteer Team | 8:00pm (CT) | 1:00am (CT) | Unbound Lead Volunteer Team The Unbound Lead Volunteer Team is a trusted group of adaptable, experienced volunteers who help keep race week running smoothly. This team fills critical gaps, supports captains and staff, and steps in wherever help is needed most. Responsibilities
| 0/2 | Over | |
| Water Oasis- Americus | 1:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | Kansas | A small town oasis to save a rider's day! This course point is a spot where 200 Mile and XL riders can refill on water and buy snacks from the local convenience store and/or local fundraiser. It is not a location that riders' individual support crews are allowed to come... | 5/5 | Over |
| Water Oasis- Americus | 6:00pm (CT) | 12:00am (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/NgMnToib79pRSf179 Kansas | A small town oasis to save a rider's day! This course point is a spot where 200 Mile and XL riders can refill on water and buy snacks from the local convenience store and/or local fundraiser. It is not a location that riders' individual support crews are allowed to come... | 0/2 | Over |
| Unbound Gravel Elite Feed Zone- Madison | 5:45am (CT) | 11:00am (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/R7fJLJy8WarcUJDz5 Madison, KS Madison High School | Assist elite cyclists with nutrition and hydration at this quick stop. | 1/6 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Cleanup Section 1 | 8:00am (CT) | 4:00pm (CT) | Emporia, KS | -Near Emporia- Let's keep the Flint Hills beautiful! Help us go out the day after the UNBOUND race finish to clean up the course. And we don't mean just the dropped wrappers and ejected bottles, we mean EVERYTHING. We have found car tires, mattresses, fence posts, many many beer cans... | 4/4 | Over |
| Water Oasis- Americus | 12:00am (CT) | 3:00am (CT) | https://maps.app.goo.gl/NgMnToib79pRSf179 Americus, Kansas 66801 | A small town oasis to save a rider's day! This course point is a spot where 200 Mile and XL riders can refill on water and buy snacks from the local convenience store and/or local fundraiser. It is not a location that riders' individual support crews are allowed to come... | 0/2 | Over |
| Finish Line Tear Down | 2:00am (CT) | 4:30am (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Emporia, KS 66801 | Assist with finish line tear down. Help move all fencing and trash cans. Take down tents and make sure Commercial Street is ready for motorists. | 7/20 | Over |
| Unbound Gravel Neutral Aid Station - Americus | 12:00am (CT) | 3:30am (CT) | 701 Main St Americus, Kansas 66835 | Cheer participants on as they pass through Americus. Keep an eye on the water source and help tear down after the last rider cruises through. | 1/3 | Over |
| Course Segment Clean Up #11 | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Help keep the course beautiful. Stop by the Volunteer Check in to grab some trash bags and gloves. You will need your own vehicle to drive part of the course to pick up left over trash. This needs to be completed on Sunday, May 31. The course segment is found... | 1/2 | Over |
| Drop Bag Pick-up | 6:45am (CT) | 10:00am (CT) | 714 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Helping riders retrieve their supply bags that were dropped with the Crew For Hire teams. The CFH crews will deliver them to the back garage door of Unbound HQ at the alleyway. Volunteers will need to organize bags by rider bib number and help riders pick them up! | 1/8 | Over |
| Drop Bag Pick Up | 10:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Warehouse Emporia, KS 66801 | Helping riders retrieve their supply bags that were dropped with the Crew For Hire teams. The CFH crews will deliver them to the back garage door of Unbound HQ at the alleyway. Volunteers will need to organize bags by rider bib number and help riders pick them up! | 0/10 | Over |
| Clean Up Segment 2 | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | https://ridewithgps.com/events/484266-unbound-2026-clean-up-sectors?S=55353463 | 1/1 | Over |
| Course Segment Clean Up #7 | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Please help clean up the course beautiful. Stop by the Volunteer Check In at 11 W 8th to grab some trash bags and gloves. You will need your own vehicle. The segment can be found here: https://ridewithgps.com/events/484266-unbound-2026-clean-up-sectors?S=55353574 This needs to be completed on Sunday, May 31. | 0/2 | Over |
| Packet Pick Up Clean Up | 10:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 11 W. 8th Ave. Emporia, LYON 66865 | Volunteers needed to help break down the Packet Pick Up area at the Lyon County History Museum. Meet at 11 W. 8th at 10:00 am. We will head over to the third floor of the museum to pack up any remaining items. We may finish early or need to stay... | 5/10 | Over |
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