You don’t have to be involved financially to help make a difference. The Pikes Peak Challenge relies heavily on community volunteers to help provide a safe and enjoyable event. The Pikes Peak Challenge utilizes volunteers in several areas. Please take a minute to review the volunteer opportunities available. For detailed information or to volunteer for one of these positions please complete the form at the bottom of this page. Once your form is received, our volunteer coordinator will be in touch.
Challenge Day
Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Location: Fields Park in Manitou Springs
Details: Morning volunteers report at 9:00 AM to assist with the Manitou Springs Walk, which includes walker participant check in, T-shirt and prize distribution, park set-up, traffic control and general assistance.
Afternoon volunteers report at 12:00pm to assist with lunch, greeting participants, prize distribution and general assistance.
Evening volunteers report at 4:00pm to assist with park break down and clean-up.
Transportation
Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Location: Pikes Peak Highway
Details: Morning Shift Drivers (4:30 AM to about 11:30 AM ) are needed to transport participants from check in at Fields Park to the trailhead on Hydro Street in Manitou Springs. Volunteers need to be at least 25 and will be driving 15-passenger vans. You need to have a clear driving record with no DUI or DWI violations for the past five years. You will also need to view the Drivers Training video, which will be provided to you after you sign up.
Afternoon Shift Drivers (11:30 AM to approximately 6:30 PM) are needed to transport participants from the summit of Pikes Peak to Fields Park in Manitou Springs and hikers from the Trailhead to Fields Park. Volunteers need to be at least 25 and will be driving 15-passenger vans. You need to have a clear driving record with no DUI or DWI violations for the past five years. Volunteers need to be comfortable with mountain driving in all conditions. You will also need to view the Drivers Training video, which will be provided to you after you sign up.
Trail Staff
Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Location: Along Barr Trail
Details: The Pikes Peak Challenge staffs Barr Trail at seven different check points to assist hikers on their ascent to the summit. Interested volunteers need to be comfortable working at altitude for approximately 12 hours during the event. Hiking experience, Wilderness Medical, EMT, Paramedic, First Responder or First Aid experience a plus.
Getting Started
If you are interested in volunteering for this unique event or wish to receive more information detailing volunteer opportunities, please complete the form below or contact us.