Volunteer Positions

GATE JUDGES

Skiing or snowboarding is required for this role. Gate Judges play a critical role in ensuring fair competition by observing whether each athlete correctly passes through their assigned set of gates. Volunteers are responsible for promptly and accurately identifying and documenting any missed gates or rule infractions, known as a “fault.”

Each Gate Judge is assigned a section of the course by the Chief Gate Judge and monitors that area throughout the race. In addition to recording competitor passage, Gate Judges help maintain the integrity of the course by notifying officials of any concerns and repositioning gates or poles that have been displaced by racers.

In the event of a disqualification involving their assigned gates, Gate Judges may be asked to participate in a post-race jury meeting to provide information about the incident.

Because this is one of the most important volunteer positions on race day, all Gate Judges are asked to complete a brief training video prior to the event to become familiar with the rules, procedures, and responsibilities of the role.

Before each race, the Chief Gate Judge conducts a short orientation meeting at race headquarters, typically beginning at 8:15 a.m.

The ability to ski or snowboard is required. Using the official start order as a reference, this individual has the next 5-8 racers lined up and ready to race. The assistant starter works with and at the direction of the Start Referee.

The ability to ski or snowboard is required. These individuals are posted at the start or finish area, and manually record each competitor's start/finish time using a handheld timing device. These records are used as a backup in the case of a main electronic timer malfunction. Race experience is not necessary. The Chief of Timing will give specific instructions.

Skiing or snowboarding is required for this role. Crossing Guards help maintain a safe race environment by managing skier and snowboarder traffic at course crossings and return trails that intersect the racecourse. They also assist the public in safely navigating across the course when directed. Previous experience is helpful but not required, and volunteers will receive guidance on race day.

Skiing or snowboarding is required for this role. Course Communications volunteers are stationed at designated locations along the racecourse and use two-way radios to relay important information between course personnel, the Starter, and the Chief of Timing. They report course conditions, fallen competitors, obstructions, and other safety concerns to help keep the race running smoothly and safely. Volunteers should be comfortable skiing to and from their assigned location. No prior experience is necessary, and training will be provided.

Experienced skiers only. Early lift loading at 8:15 a.m. is required. Course Crew volunteers help set up and tear down the racecourse, maintain the racing surface, and adjust gates throughout the day. This physically demanding role includes side slipping, carrying equipment, using course tools, and occasionally hiking on snow. Volunteers work under the direction of the Chief of Course to keep the racecourse safe and competition-ready. Please do not bring ski poles.

No skiing or snowboarding is required, although non-skiers should be comfortable with a short hike to the finish area. Scoreboard Volunteers set up the finish-area scoreboard, record race times communicated by the Chief of Timing via radio, and return the scoreboard materials to race headquarters at the end of the day.

No skiing or snowboarding is required, although non-skiers should be comfortable with a short hike to the finish area. Race Bib Coordinators collect bibs from athletes after their second run, track any missing bibs using the official start list, and prepare the bibs for the next race by drying and sorting them by team. Bibs must be returned to the Race Director by 7:30 a.m. on the following race day.