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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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truck Loading | 1:00pm (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND HQ Warehouse Emporia, KS 66801 | 6/6 | Over | |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Thursday | 12:00pm (CT) | 6:30pm (CT) | Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers will be needed for Exhibitor Check-in/Load-in, info booth and directional help. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! | 8/8 | Over |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Thursday | 3:30pm (CT) | 8:00pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers will be needed for Exhibitor Check-in/Load-in, info booth and directional help. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! | 8/8 | Over |
| UNBOUND 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 hand out t-shirt, goodie bags and crew support stickers! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 10/10 | Over |
| UNBOUND 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 hand out t-shirt, goodie bags and crew support stickers! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 10/10 | 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 |
| 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 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 |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Things Gravel Expo - Friday | 9:00am (CT) | 1:00pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers will be needed for info booth, directional help, and teardown. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! | 7/7 | Over |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Friday | 12:30pm (CT) | 4:30pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers will be needed for info booth, directional help, and teardown. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! | 8/8 | 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 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 hand out t-shirt, goodie bags and crew support stickers! This task takes place at the Lyon County History Center. | 10/10 | Over |
| All Things Gravel Expo - Friday | 4:00pm (CT) | 8:30pm (CT) | 716 Commercial Street Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Volunteers will be needed for info booth, directional help, and teardown. This a physical task so wear your sneakers! | 10/10 | 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 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 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 |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Volunteer Assistant | 5:00pm (CT) | 9:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 0/1 | Over |
| UNBOUND Gravel Neutral aid stations- Americus | 1:00pm (CT) | 6:00pm (CT) | 701 Main St, Americus, KS 66835 Americus, Kansas 66801 | Cheer for participants as they begin the last few miles of the course. Make sure water is available and cheer loud! Volunteers will be needed to for setup/teardown. | 1/2 | 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 | |
| Finish Festival Setup | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | 11 West 8th Avenue Emporia, Kansas 66801 | Assist with conversion of start line to finish line setup. Move start/finish towers, set up fencing around finish chute, set up rider medals and finisher item area, etc | 9/10 | Over |
| Volunteer Assistant | 4:00am (CT) | 7:00am (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location on 11 west 8th Ave and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 1/1 | Over |
| Volunteer Assistant | 1:30pm (CT) | 5:30pm (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 1/1 | Over |
| Finish Line 200 Mile Jacket Volunteer | 7:00pm (CT) | 11:00pm (CT) | 711 Commercial St Emporia, Kansas 66801 | New this year, 200-mile finishers will receive a finisher jacket—and we need your help with this role! Volunteers will be responsible for organizing and presenting jacket to participants. | 1/1 | Over |
| Volunteer Assistant | 6:30am (CT) | 10:30am (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 1/1 | Over |
| Volunteer Assistant | 10:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | UNBOUND Operations Emporia, KS 66801 | We are looking for volunteers to help with volunteer check-in. This person will be located at the UNBOUND Operations location and check in volunteers, make sure they have their t-shirt and direct them to their volunteer shift. | 1/1 | Over |
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Address | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 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 |
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