2026 ICF Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships

Saturday, July 18th from 12:00pm to Sunday, July 26th, 2026 4:00pm
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About

RIVERSPORT is hosting the 2026 International Canoe Federation World Championships, July 20-25. This is a significant event that will be a qualifier for the LA28 Olympics! Volunteers are needed to assist with various roles and NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED!  Training will be provided on the day of the competition unless otherwise specified.

Eligible volunteers must be 18 years or older.

Please Note: Event such as these may require slight changes in shift schedules. Thank you for your flexibility.

Official 'World Championships' event shirts will be provided (as supplies allow). Those that volunteer for 4 shifts or more will also receive the official event baseball cap or bucket hat (as supplies allow). Volunteers will be required to wear either modest black shorts, black pants, or black skirts. (All should be free of holes or distress.) 

*Volunteers that complete 3 or more shifts will receive 2 complimentary RIVERSPORT day passes.

I look forward to seeing you in July! For questions, please feel free to reach out to Ashley Petty at apetty@riversportokc.org.

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Shifts (57)

1 - 10 of 10 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Back-up Scorer8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of communicating with Judge's Scribes to send and receive messages via headset. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

2/2Over
Bib Collector8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will run the bibs back to the starting area after each race. This role is physically active.

3/3Over
Camera Assistant8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Oversees Camera Switchers and communicates via headset with Camera Operators. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

1/1Over
Camera Operator8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Basic video camera knowledge. Training is required. (Training will be Sunday, July 19, 2026.Time of training is to be determined.)

5/5Over
Camera Switcher8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Responsible for transitioning live video feeds between multiple cameras. Training is required. (Training will take place July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

4/4Over
Equipment Control8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will assist the judges in charge of measuring, weighing the boat, checking athletes' equipment. Must be able to lift athletes' boat (at least 30 lbs.)

2/2Over
Runners8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will take the start list to the ORV tent. Relay style volunteer position. Must be able to walk quickly and stand the duration of the shift.

4/4Over
Split Timer8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of timing in a specific area of the course.

3/3Over
Start Platform Assistant8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer helps Kayak Cross athletes get into position on the ramp, if needed

4/4Over
Universal Volunteer8:30am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed.

27/27Over

1 - 8 of 8 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Back-up Scorer8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of communicating with Judge's Scribes to send and receive messages via headset. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

2/2Over
Camera Assistant8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Oversees Camera Switchers and communicates via headset with Camera Operators. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Time is to be determined.)

1/1Over
Camera Operator8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Basic video camera knowledge. Training is required. (Training will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Time to be determined.)

5/5Over
Camera Switcher8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Responsible for transitioning live video feeds between multiple cameras. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Time of training is to be determined.)

4/4Over
Equipment Control8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Volunteer will assist the judges in charge of measuring, weighing the boat, checking athletes' equipment. Must be able to lift athletes' boat (at least 30 lbs.)

3/3Over
Split Timer8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of timing in a specific area of the course.

3/3Over
Universal Volunteer8:30am (CT)4:30pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed.

25/27Over
Relief Universal Volunteer10:00am (CT)2:30pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed during volunteer breaks.

13/14Over

1 - 7 of 7 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Back-up Scorer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of communicating with Judge's Scribes to send and receive messages via headset. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

2/2Over
Camera Assistant9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Oversees Camera Switchers and communicates via headset with Camera Operators. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

1/1Over
Camera Operator9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Basic video camera knowledge. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19, 2026. Time is to be determined.)

5/5Over
Camera Switcher9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Responsible for transitioning live video feeds between multiple cameras. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

3/4Over
Equipment Control9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will assist the judges in charge of measuring, weighing the boat, checking athletes' equipment. Must be able to lift athletes' boat (at least 30 lbs.)

3/3Over
Universal Volunteer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed.

26/27Over
Relief Universal Volunteer10:00am (CT)2:30pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed during volunteer breaks.

14/14Over

1 - 10 of 10 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Athlete Testing Escort/Sports Info9:00am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Locates athletes and escorts them for drug testing. Volunteer will also assist at the sports info desk as needed.

4/6Over
Back-up Scorer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of communicating with Judge's Scribes to send and receive messages via headset. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

2/2Over
Camera Assistant9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Oversees Camera Switchers and communicates via headset with Camera Operators. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

1/1Over
Camera Operator9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Basic video camera knowledge. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19, 2026. Time is to be determined.)

5/5Over
Camera Switcher9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Responsible for transitioning live video feeds between multiple cameras. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

4/4Over
Equipment Control9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will assist the judges in charge of measuring, weighing the boat, checking athletes' equipment. Must be able to lift athletes' boat (at least 30 lbs.)

3/3Over
Split Timer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of timing in a specific area of the course.

3/3Over
Universal Volunteer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed.

25/27Over
Relief Universal Volunteer10:00am (CT)2:30pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed during volunteer breaks.

14/14Over
Athlete Testing Escort/Sports Info1:00pm (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Locates athletes and escorts them for drug testing. Volunteer will also assist at the sports info desk as needed.

2/6Over

1 - 9 of 9 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Athlete Testing Escort/Sports Info9:00am (CT)1:00pm (CT)

Locates athletes and escorts them for drug testing. Volunteer will also assist at the sports info desk as needed.

3/6Over
Back -up Scorer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of communicating with Judge's Scribes to send and receive messages via headset. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

2/2Over
Camera Assistant9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Oversees Camera Switchers and communicates via headset with Camera Operators. Training is required. (Date and time of training is TBD.)

1/1Over
Camera Operator9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Basic video camera knowledge. Training is required. (Training will be on July 19, 2026. Time is to be determined.)

5/5Over
Camera Switcher9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Responsible for transitioning live video feeds between multiple cameras. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

4/4Over
Equipment Control9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will assist the judges in charge of measuring, weighing the boat, checking athletes' equipment. Must be able to lift athletes' boat (at least 30 lbs.)

3/3Over
Universal Volunteer9:00am (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed.

26/27Over
Relief Universal Volunteer10:00am (CT)2:30pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed during volunteer breaks.

13/14Over
Athlete Testing Escort/Sports Info1:00pm (CT)4:00pm (CT)

Locates athletes and escorts them for drug testing. Volunteer will also assist at the sports info desk as needed.

2/6Over

1 - 10 of 13 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
Athlete Testing Escort/Sports Info8:30am (CT)12:00pm (CT)

Locates athletes and escorts them for drug testing. Volunteer will also assist at the sports info desk as needed.

4/6Over
Back-up Scorer8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of communicating with Judge's Scribes to send and receive messages via headset. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

2/2Over
Bib Collector8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will quickly take the bibs back to the starting area after each race. This role is physically active.

3/3Over
Equipment Control8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will assist the judges in charge of measuring, weighing the boat, checking athletes' equipment. Must be able to lift athletes' boat (at least 30 lbs.)

3/3Over
Runners8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will take the start list to the ORV tent. Relay style volunteer position. Must be able to walk quickly and stand the duration of the shift.

4/4Over
Split Timer8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer will be in charge of timing in a specific area of the course.

3/3Over
Start Platform Assistant8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer helps Kayak Cross athletes get into position on the ramp, if needed

4/4Over
Universal Volunteer8:30am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Volunteer may serve as hospitality/guest service in various roles such as in the car show area, food truck/picnic area, entrance greeter, escorting athletes, checking credentials, or other duties as needed.

25/27Over
Camera Assistant9:00am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Oversees Camera Switchers and communicates via headset with Camera Operators. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19th. Training time is to be determined.)

1/1Over
Camera Operator9:00am (CT)5:00pm (CT)

Basic video camera knowledge. Training is required. (Training will take place on July 19, 2026. Time is to be determined.)

5/5Over