Volunteering for the Worst Day of the Year Ride is a great way to support the CCC and to have a fun time. This quirky, unique ride is what it is in part because of volunteers like you.
90 volunteers are needed throughout the course for a wide variety of positions. Your support ensures a successful ride raising funds to support the Community Cycling Center.
REGISTRATION IS NOT YET OPEN.
Volunteering is just plain fun. But, as an extra added bonus, you get a t-shirt, free lunch, and some positions allow for you to also ride the course.
Check out the position descriptions below to see which ones allow you to ride free. If it says Y, part that means you can ride a portion of the course. You'll be generally riding from your position to the finish line. You will get to ride at least four miles of the course, and in
most cases longer. Depending on your position, you may or may not pass open rest stops, but you are welcome to join us at the finish line party which goes until 4:00 pm.
Click on a position for further detail, and just call or e-mail us if you have further questions.
| Position |
Details |
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Free ride? |
# needed |
| SATURDAY |
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|
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Course Marking
|
Mark the course, meet at Lucky Lab |
10-4 |
Y |
10 |
Packet Pickup
|
Pass out rider packets |
11-3:45 |
Y |
20 |
| SUNDAY |
|
|
|
|
Rabbit - 18 mi
|
Check course signage |
7:30 - 10:30 |
Y |
2 |
Rabbit - 40 mi
|
Check course signage |
7:30 - 10:30 |
Y |
2 |
Set Up + Reg
|
Set up then help riders register |
6:30 - 11 |
Y |
20 |
| Course removal - 18 mi |
Times vary (late morning), 3 hour position removing signs |
TBA |
Y, part |
6 |
| Course removal - 40 mi |
Times vary (late morning), 3 hour position removing signs |
TBA |
Y, part |
8 |
| Lunchtime I |
Parking/Food/Sales |
10:30-2:00 |
N |
25 |
Lunchtime II
|
Parking/Food/Sales/Clean up |
1:30 - 5 |
Y |
30 |
| Soup Stirrer |
Stir up the delicious soup! |
11 - 2:30 |
N |
15 |
Finish Line Ambassadors
|
Greet riders as they cross the finish! |
11:30 - 3 |
Y |
8 |
| Bike Parking Shift I |
Help monitor bikes. |
10:30 - 2 |
N |
6 |
| Bike Parking Shift II |
Help monitor bikes. |
1:30 - 4 |
Y |
6 |
Course Marshal
|
Times vary, various locations, 3 hour positions |
10-3 |
Y, part |
10 |
Ambassadors
|
Esplanade safety |
8:30-12 |
Y, part |
10 |
Refreshment Monitors
|
Ensure refreshments are always stocked |
8-11 |
Y |
3 |
| Medical riders, both courses |
Ride along for safety. MDs, RNs, EMTs only. |
40 mi: 8:30a 18 mi: 9:30a |
Y |
9 |
CCC rest stop
|
All aspects |
9:30-12:30 |
N |
10 |
Ride along mechanics, both courses
|
Ride along to help fix bike problems. |
40 mi: 8:30a 18 mi: 9:30a
|
Y |
9 |
Street Closure / Barricade Placement
|
Help set up barricades for street closures. |
8 - 10:30 am |
Y |
6 |
| Bike Gallery NE Sandy Rest Stop |
All aspects |
10:30-2:30 |
N |
10 |
| REI Hillsboro Rest Stop |
All aspects |
9:15 - 12 |
N |
10 |
| REI Portland Rest Stop |
All aspects |
8:30 - 12 |
N |
10 |
| Costume Contest Judges |
Take pictures of the costumes, assist with the judging |
8-11 |
Y |
3 |
| Sweep Rider (both courses) |
Bring up the rear on both courses so we know when it's safe to close rest stops |
40 mi: 10a 18 mi: 11a |
Y |
4 |
Admin Help |
Make phone calls, sort t-shirts, etc.. |
THURSDAY: 4-7 |
Y |
3 |
Photographer
|
Take pictures on course! |
10 - 3 |
Y |
1 |
| Face Painters |
Paint faces while people wait in line! |
8 - 11 |
Y |
4 |
| Truck Unloading |
Help unload the truck on the Monday after the event |
MONDAY:
9a-12p |
Y |
3 |
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Click this button. Just contact us if you have any questions along the way. We'll send you info via e-mail before the event.
REGISTRATION IS NOT YET OPEN.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free ride pass when you volunteer for this advanced position!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get to see the route and beautiful parts of Portland. The volunteers who helped with this in 2007 had a great time and loved getting a free ride as a result of their assistance.
DETAILS:
Help mark the course on Saturday by driving around with staff. Hang arrows, paint street markings and generally install the signage necessary to help riders follow their way on course. YOU DO NOT NEED A CAR to volunteer for this position. Meet at the Lucky Lab - 915 SE Hawthorne.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ride pass and a t-shirt.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Hang out at the Lucky Lab and get your volunteering out of the way so that the next day you can relax and enjoy Sunday, or enjoy the ride. Watch excited riders stream into the Lucky Lab.
DETAILS:
Full training is provided. You will check in riders and give them their ride packets so that they do not have to wait in line the next day. Meet at the Lucky Lab - 915 SE Hawthorne.
WHAT YOU GET:
Volunteers who help at this shift will get a free t-shirt, breakfast treats, a free ride and lunch.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
See the event come together as we transform the Lucky Lab into a a huge event. Watch hoards of anxious, excited riders arrive.
DETAILS:
Help hang banners, erect canopies, unload the truck, set up tables and chairs, check in riders, give information, empty garbage cans and other necessary tasks to get the event rolling. We have seated and standing, lifting and non-lifting projects available for shy or outgoing people.
WHAT YOU GET:
Volunteers who help at this shift will get a free t-shirt, lunch and snacks.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Whether you like to play Martha Stewart or you just like to be helpful, you'll find this to be a fun position as you help us get ready for a for lunch under the supervision of Awesome Darrin, a caterer who has worked with us on this event since it first got started. Watch a surge of riders return hungry and appreciative of your efforts.
DETAILS:
Help our caterer prepare food, bus tables, empty garbage cans, answer questions, monitor bike parking and sell t-shirts as well as other tasks as needed.
We have seated and standing, lifting and non-lifting projects available for shy or outgoing people.
WHAT YOU GET:
Volunteers who help at this shift will get a free ride, a free t-shirt, lunch and snacks.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
You'll help serve lunch under the supervision of Awesome Darrin, a caterer who has worked with us on this event since it first got started. Watch a surge or riders return hungry and appreciative of your efforts. Be in the heart of all the finish line party action.
DETAILS:
Help clean up the event, load supplies in the truck, serve food, bus tables, empty garbage cans, answer questions, monitor bike parking and sell t-shirts as well as other tasks as needed.
We have seated and standing, lifting and non-lifting projects available for shy or outgoing people.
WHAT YOU GET:
Volunteers who help at this shift will get a free t-shirt, lunch and snacks.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Help the Laughing Planet staff stir up their delicious soup!
DETAILS:
Help stir the soup, keep it warm and serve it to the hungry riders. Be prepared to get an arm workout in!
WHAT YOU GET:
Volunteers who help at this shift will get a free ride, a free t-shirt, lunch and snacks.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Greet the riders as they cross the finish line!
DETAILS:
You will greet riders as they cross the finish, help direct them to bike parking and the food.
*Volunteers in this position must be return by 11:30 so choose your course accordingly.
**Must be 21 years of age or older.
WHAT YOU GET:
Volunteers who help at this shift will get a free t-shirt, lunch and snacks. SHift II volunteers will get a free ride.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Monitor everyone's bikes to keep them safe!
DETAILS:
Help hand out bike parking tickets, find bikes, etc...Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free ride, and entry into the finish line party!
REQUIRED:
To sign up for this position, you must be an RN, EMT, or MD and provide your own ride-along medical kit and bring a cell phone.
Meet by the Info Tent. We'll gather all medical riders together so you know who else is on course.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free ride and entry into the finish line party!
IMPORTANT:
Ride along mechanics must have advanced mechanical skills and be able to do on-the-spot basic repair. Mechanics bring their own basic tool kit, a cell phone and are proactive about providing support on course. We will provide a mechanic vest for you to wear on course so you are recognized as a mechanic.
Meet by the Info Tent. We'll gather all medical riders together so you know who else is on course.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a freet-shirt and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Spread the word about the CCC while while you refuel riders (who will be most appreciative of what you are providing). Work with our CCC staff to set out food and water, clean up, serve riders, empty garbage cans and other tasks as necessary.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free partial ride, t-shirt and entry to the finish line party for this very important position.
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get to see the route and beautiful parts of Portland and cheer on riders as they go. Riders are always very appreciative of course marshals. You can feel proud knowing you're keeping our riders safe.
VERY IMPORTANT DETAILS:
You will be stationed on course to direct riders through unsafe or confusing intersections. Meet at the start line for full directions then drive or bike yourself to your position (depending on how far it is). Let us know IN ADVANCE if you would like a position that is close enough to bike to, otherwise come with a car and you will need to transport yourself. A CELL PHONE IS REQUIRED.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free partial ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Take a nice ride around town as you pull signs from the course. We like to clean up all of our signage and keep the course clean. You can be a part of this.
DETAILS:
Please bring a trailer, a car or a pannier to hold the signs. We'll assign you a short leg of the course and you can sign up with a friend if you'd like. Once you sign up, we'll contact you with more details.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a partial free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Cheer on riders! Maintain safety on the east bank esplanade as our riders head along the course. Alert other path users that there are bikers coming through. Bring out your inner cheerleader! This is a great position for people who like to cheer and yell.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a standing, shouting position.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a partial free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Ensure refreshments are stocked and ready to go for the grateful riders.
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free ride (no rest stops will be open) and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
You get to ride the entire course before anyone else. You'll take a fresh morning look to ensure we have signs everywhere they need to be and that nothing has fallen down. We'll arm you with signs and tape and a map.
PLEASE NOTE:
You will be traveling the entire course, either Urban or 40--mile - your choice. Please bring a car, pannier or other suitable bag to carry a large stack of laminated signs. (8.5x11)
WHAT YOU GET:
You get a free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Assist in setting up barricades for street closures and get your volunteering out of the way in order to enjoy the ride to the fullest.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free t-shirt and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Refuel riders (who will be most appreciative of what you are providing). Work with our staff to set out food and water, clean up, serve riders, empty garbage cans and other tasks as necessary.
DETAILS:
Help set out tables, decorations, emptying trash and cleaning up.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free t-shirt and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Refuel riders (who will be most appreciative of what you are providing). Work with our staff to set out food and water, clean up, serve riders, empty garbage cans and other tasks as necessary.
DETAILS:
Help set out tables, decorations, emptying trash and cleaning up.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free t-shirt and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Refuel riders (who will be most appreciative of what you are providing). Work with our staff to set out food and water, clean up, serve riders, empty garbage cans and other tasks as necessary.
DETAILS:
Help set out tables, decorations, emptying trash and cleaning up.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free t-shirt and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
See all the costumes up close and help fiugre out who's got the best!
DETAILS:
Raom the crowd and take pictures of potential costume contest winners. Criteria will be provided and you will have a staff person to check in with. You must bring your own digital cameral and USB cord so that pictures can be downloaded onsite for printing. Should be outgoing and comfortable talking to people.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ridet and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Take a leisurely ride on the course!
DETAILS:
Be the last rider on your route so that you can let rest stops know when it's ok to close.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get your volunteering out of the way so you can enjoy the ride on Sunday!
DETAILS:
Help make reminder phone calls to other volunteers, sort t-shirts, etc..
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get a free ride while putting your photography skills to use!
DETAILS:
Must be able to take digital photos on the ride and pass them on to us at the end of the day via disc, memory card or uploaded to Flickr with high resolution. You must follow our shot list and capture each shot. Getting us the photos by the end of the day is mandatory.
Pre-approval required. Please call before signing up and be prepared to send us a link to some of your images. 18 mile route only.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Get people into the spirt by painting raindrops and snowflakes onto people's faces while they que up to leave for the ride!
DETAILS:
You will walk the crowd and paint faces while people que up to leave for the ride. You don't need to be an official artist but must be able to paint rain drops and snowflakes.
WHAT YOU GET:
A free ride and entry into the finish line party!
WHAT MAKES THIS POSITION COOL:
Volunteer on Monday so you can enjoy the ride on Sunday!
DETAILS:
Help unload the truck post event at office headquarters in NW Portalnd.
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