Behind Every Great Race Are Great Volunteers – Be One!
Challenge Wānaka wouldn’t happen without the incredible support of our volunteers. Join us and be part of the action, making this iconic event an unforgettable experience for athletes, spectators, and our entire community!
Why Volunteer?
As a valued volunteer, you’ll receive:
- A Challenge Wānaka volunteer t-shirt
- Meals and drinks during your shift
- An invitation to our exclusive volunteer celebration party
- The chance to meet pro athletes and hear their race-day stories
We Need Your Help!
Challenge Wānaka relies on 200+ amazing volunteers to bring this event to life. We need support not just on race day but also in the lead-up and post-event to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Volunteer Roles Include:
- Preparing athlete registration packs
- Assisting at registration
- Setting up and breaking down event infrastructure
- Helping with venue preparation and clean-up
- Managing aid stations along the course
- Supporting waste management and sustainability efforts
How It Works
You’ll be part of a team, helping with one or more tasks during your shift(s). Whether you can commit to a few hours or the full event, we appreciate your time! Food and drinks will be provided, and we’ll make sure you’re fully briefed before race day.
Celebrate with us!
To show our gratitude, all volunteers are invited to a special post-event celebration! Meet fellow volunteers, share stories, and hear directly from pro athletes about how your support made a difference in their race-day experience.
Join the Southern Land Volunteer Crew!
Ready to sign up or have questions? Email our Volunteer Manager, Sarah, at [email protected] – we’d love to have you on board!
Ready to join the Southern Land Volunteer Crew
CHALLENGE WANAKA
19-21 FEB 2026
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