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Birdie Derby 5k/10k Run/Walk

Thu November 27, 2025 Fitchburg, WI 53711 US

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Pre-Race Day

Goodie Bag Stuffing - Walking High Priority

November 10, 2025

Details

*****Please read the entire task description before signing up*****

-You must sign up, agree to the waiver, and be confirmed through this site to attend this event.
-If you bring a friend, they must be signed up individually.
-This is NOT a seated position.

Approximately 6000 goodie bags need to be prepared for the Birdie Derby. You will definitely get your daily quota of steps as you walk down a line of tables filling bags with the promotional items we give to our participants.

Location

Race Day Events
2829 Royal Ave #100, Madison, WI 53713

Goodie Bag Stuffing - Seated High Priority

November 10, 2025

Details

In this position you will be:
-Collating 3 or more coupons
-Opening hat bags
-Changing ribbons on Kids Dash medals

Location

Race Day Events
2829 Royal Ave #100
Madison, WI 53713

Goodie Bag Inventory Specialist Medium Priority

November 10, 2025

Details

There is a super dedicated group of volunteers who have been coming in and stuffing our goodie bags for years. They are fast at the assembly line process! You would be working to keep all the items stocked on the assembly tables and move large boxes of completed bags. If you are quick on your feet, able to lift and carry boxes, and pay good attention to your surroundings, you’ll be perfect.

Location

Race Day Events
2829 Royal Ave #100, Madison, WI 53713

Team Processing High Priority

November 16, 2025

Details

Using team rosters, check team t-shirt quantities, and then match the name, size, and bib numbers to create team boxes. Accuracy is a MUST! This job also requires standing for the majority of the shift.

****Please note**** We will NOT be folding the generic non-team t-shirts this year.

Location

Race Day Events
2829 Royal Ave #100, Madison, WI 53713

Pre-Race Day Packet Pickup Agent High Priority

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 25, 2025

November 26, 2025

Details

****Accuracy is a MUST****
Use a tablet to check in participants, dynamically assign bib numbers, and work with the Packet Pick-Up Runners to distribute t-shirts and goodie bags.

Please note that some shifts overlap in order to provide maximum coverage during peak periods.

Location

Perennial Yoga
5500 E Cheryl Pkwy
Fitchburg 53711

Packet Pick-Up Runner Medium Priority

November 25, 2025

November 26, 2025

Details

Accurately bring t-shirts and goodie bags to the Packet Pick Up agents. Refill goodie bag and t-shirt supplies. Restock shirt and swag supplies from the storage trailer. This job requires walking and standing for the majority of the shift and some heavy lifting.

Location

Perennial Yoga
5500 E Cheryl Pkwy
Fitchburg 53711

Birdie Derby Store Clerk - Pre Race Medium Priority

November 25, 2025

November 26, 2025

Details

Everybody loves merch! Especially when it’s turkey-themed. Sell Derby-related products to all our fans using a credit card reader.

Location

Perennial Yoga
5500 E Cheryl Pkwy
Fitchburg 53711

Race Day

Food Tent Representative

November 27, 2025

Details

One of the best jobs – distribute our delectable treats to runners after the finish line. Help set up, stock and replenish, and clean up the food tent.

Location

Birdie Derby Race Site
the parking lot of 5520 Research Park Dr, Fitchburg

Parking and Traffic Assistant High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

You will direct traffic into the Berbee Derby lots and around the race grounds and make sure VIP parkers find their correct areas.

Location

Birdie Derby Parking Lots

Start/Finish Line and Kids Dash High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

If you like being busy, this is your job. First, you’ll send our littlest gobblers, ages 2 -6, off for the 100-yard Kid's Dash and distribute medals to each one at the finish. Then you will prepare runners and walkers for the race start by dividing 10k and 5k runners/walkers into waves. Finally switch to the finish line to congratulate and guide them through the finish area. You will also be responsible for distributing post-race water at the finish area. It's fast-paced, but so much fun.

Location

Birdie Derby Race Site

Registration Tent Agent (Race Day) High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

Assign race bibs, distribute t-shirts, assist pre-registered participants with questions, and help day-of registrants complete the process. Comfort using a tablet is a plus and the ability to stand for long periods is a must. Help pack up supplies once the race starts. This job is inside the Perennial Yoga site.

Location

Birdie Derby Race Site
Perennial Yoga
5500 E Cheryl Pkwy
Fitchburg, WI 53711

Cocoa/Coffee High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

One of the best jobs on a chilly day. Stay warm with cozy beverages as you maintain a stock of supplies in the Coffee & Hot Cocoa tent. Finish the day by helping to clean up the Coffee & Hot Cocoa area.

Location

Birdie Derby Race Site
Coffee/Cocoa Tent

Course Pointer High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

Help our participants go down the right path. Course Marshals direct runners and walkers along the course and provide encouragement to them throughout the race.

Location

Birdie Derby Site

Water Stop - DNR Service Center High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

Water Stop volunteers provide runners and walkers with water along the course, restock and maintain water stations, and assist in water station clean-up after the race. And of course, cheer loudly. It’s a great job for families or groups that want to work as a team.

Location

DNR Service Center, 3911 Fish Hatchery Rd, Fitchburg
Meet at the DNR Service Center Parking Lot by 7:45 am.

Water Stop - Capital City Trail/Syene Rd High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

Water Stop volunteers provide runners and walkers with water along the course, restock and maintain water stations, and assist in water station clean-up after the race. And of course, cheer loudly. It’s a great job for families or groups that want to work as a team.

Location

Along the 10k course at Capital City Trail/Syene Road, Fitchburg.
Meet at the small parking lot at the Capital City Trail just off of Syene Road at 7:45am.

Photo Station Representative High Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

Make people feel like superstars - play paparazzi for the day. You will direct race finishers in and out of the photo booth areas, encouraging individuals, families, and groups to get their pictures taken. Energy, a loud voice, and an outgoing spirit are helpful. This is a great job for families and friends.

Location

Birdie Derby Race Site

Post-Race Clean-Up Medium Priority

November 27, 2025

Details

Assist in post-event cleanup around the race grounds and Birdie Derby lots.

Location

Meet at the intersection of E. Cheryl Parkway and Research Park Dr. after you have completed the race.

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