The 39th Burns Park Run is scheduled for May 7th, 2017!!! The run serves as one of the largest fundraising events for the Burns Park Elementary PTO, and it includes a 5K run/walk, 10K run and ½ mile Fun Run. The Burns Park Run also benefits other schools in the Ann Arbor area through its Run for Schools program. Proceeds from the Burns Park Run directly benefit Burns Park Elementary and other area schools' PTO programs. In 2016, there were over 1200 runners and walkers.
The Burns Park Run is entirely volunteer-staffed. It relies on 3 race directors, 1 sponsorship coordinator, 2 volunteer coordinators, volunteer crew captains, and most importantly - 130+ volunteers, to produce a safe and enjoyable event for all participants. One of the most difficult (and critical) aspects of putting on the race is ample staffing. There is a particular need for course marshals, water station, finish line medals, packet pick up and late registration volunteers.
For a complete listing of Burns Park Run volunteer opportunities and detailed crew descriptions, visit the Burns Park Run volunteer webpage http://www.burnsparkrun.org/volunteer-crews. For specific questions, email racedirector@burnsparkrun.org.
Minimum age requirements depend upon the role: For Awards, Food or Registration, volunteers must be high-school aged or up.
Younger children with parents are welcome to join the Course Marshal, Water Station or Clean-Up crews.
