2023 Chicago Turkey Trot - 5K + 8K

Monday, November 20th from 3:00pm to Thursday, November 23rd, 2023 1:00pm

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Kick off Thanksgiving with the 2023 LIFE TIME Turkey Trot Chicago 5K/8K and Plymouth Rock Ramble kids race! Gather your flock and join us for this Thanksgiving Day tradition by volunteering at the race!  Supporting the Greater Chicago Food Depository, you'll join fellow volunteers, runners, joggers and walkers in some lighthearted fun while ensuring no Chicagoan will go hungry this holiday season. You can help additionally by bringing cans of food to either packet pickup or on race day. PerksWe can't thank you enough for your help but we want to try to show you how much we appreciate you! All volunteers will receive an event specific volunteer beanie and/or shirt, water, snacks, a light meal, service hours, and more. Volunteer GroupsLearn more about group opportunities and how you could earn a donation for your group or non-profit of 10+ by contacting us at volunteer.lifetime@gmail.com.
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Registration Closed
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Any time before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
13 and up
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Shifts (18)

1 - 1 of 1 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Packet Pickup Set-Up and Load-In - Monday3:00pm (CT)6:00pm (CT)
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court
Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court

Tasks include loading in packet pick-up materials, setting up tables and chairs, organizing bibs, stuffing packets.

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1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Packet Pickup - Tuesday (Shift 1)10:30am (CT)3:00pm (CT)
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court
Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court

Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pickup, and shirt/goody bag distribution. Please check in with the Volunteer Coordinator.

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Packet Pickup - Tuesday (Shift 2)2:30pm (CT)7:00pm (CT)
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court
Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court

Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pickup, and shirt/goody bag distribution. Please check in with the Volunteer Coordinator.

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1 - 2 of 2 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Packet Pickup - Wednesday (Shift 1)9:30am (CT)2:00pm (CT)
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court
Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court

Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pickup, and shirt/goody bag distribution. Please check in with the Volunteer Coordinator.

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Packet Pickup - Wednesday (Shift 2)1:30pm (CT)1:00pm (CT)
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court
Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago Athletic Association - Stagg Court

Tasks include greeting participants, assisting with bib pickup, and shirt/goody bag distribution. Please check in with the Volunteer Coordinator.

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1 - 13 of 13 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Registration/Results Volunteers5:15am (CT)9:00am (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent

Assist the registration staff with packet pickup to distribute bibs and congratulate athletes with their results once they finish.

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Gear Check Volunteers6:30am (CT)12:00pm (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent

Athletes will drop off their gear and you'll help label and organize the bags for easy pick-up after their race.

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General / Turkey Tailgate Volunteers6:30am (CT)11:30am (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent

If you're flexible and adaptable to any task, this role is for you! General volunteers will be assigned different tasks throughout the event.

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Finish Volunteers7:00am (CT)12:30pm (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent

Be the first to congratulate athletes once they finish their race! Prepare and distribute finisher medals, water, post-race food, and more.

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Food Volunteers7:00am (CT)12:30pm (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, IL 60614

Bagging and handing out donuts, making and handing out hot cider

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Start Volunteers & Kids Race7:00am (CT)11:30am (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent
Guide athletes to their assigned corral and assist with releasing them onto the course for both the 5K/8K and the Kids Race.20/20Over
Turkey Handlers7:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent
Assist the Turkey Mascot throughout the Turkey Tailgate festivities.1/1Over
Turkey Mascot7:00am (CT)11:00am (CT)
141 W Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60657
Lincoln Park: Diversey Harbor Parking Lot
Keep warm in the Turkey Tom costume. You will be walking around the Turkey Tailgate festivities interacting with participants and their families.1/1Over
Aid Station A7:30am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Chicago, IL 60640

Help set up the Aid Station and keep athletes hydrated while cheering them on out on course! 

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Aid Station B7:30am (CT)11:00am (CT)
Chicago, IL

Help set up the Aid Station and keep athletes hydrated while cheering them on out on course!

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Course Marshals7:30am (CT)11:00am (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent

Point athletes in the right direction on course and help direct spectators at cross zones.

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Bike Leads8:00am (CT)12:00pm (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Check in at the Volunteer Tent

Experienced Bikers required to lead large groups of runners. *Personal bike and helmet are required

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Medical Volunteer8:00am (CT)11:30am (CT)
2601 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Assist with medical needs in the Main Medical Tent or on course. Exact placement will be determined race morning. Medical knowledge is required; medical professional licensing is preferred (EMT, Paramedic, RN, PT, MD).Check-in at the Main Medical Tent. Medical Team Check-In There will be a medical team informational session prior to the...23/25Over