Ring of Fire & Tussock Traverse 2026 Course Crew Registration Form

  • Ring of Fire & Tussock Traverse 2026 Course Crew Registration Form

  • Ring of Fire & Tussock Traverse 2026

    27 - 29 March 2026

    Thank you for registering to be part of the Course Crew for Ring of Fire and Tussock Traverse 2026! Please complete the following questions to help us assign you to a position that best matches your skills and experience.

     

    Course Marshals are positioned across the course to help runners go the right way, monitor the course and supervise obstacles. You’ll provide clear direction, encouragement and support to participants while helping maintain a safe race environment.


    This role involves walking to and from marshal points and may include extended periods on foot on trail terrain. Course Marshals act as the eyes and ears of the event, communicating with the Course Comms Manager in the Event Operations Centre (EOC) and reporting any incidents or concerns.

     

    Full briefing Thursday 26th March, 7pm online - you will receive an invitation to join via email once shift is confirmed.


    A briefing, clear instructions and radio support are provided on the day. This is an active, outdoor role suited to people who are comfortable walking on trails and being on their feet for much of the shift.


    Packed snacks, lunch and hydration provided.

     

     

  • Section 1: Contact Information

  •  -
  •  -
  • Do you have any dietary requirements?

  • Please note:

    While we will do our best to accommodate dietary needs, lunch typically includes items like muffins, slices, and filled rolls so we may not be able to cater to all specific preferences. If you’d prefer to bring your own food to avoid any concerns (especially for allergies), please let us know.

  • Section 2: Compulsory Gear

    Course Marshals are required to carry compulsory gear for their own safety on the mountain. If you are missing any items or are finding it hard to source gear, please let us know and we will do our best to help.
  • Are you able to bring all compulsory gear required for course crew, as listed below? (Check all that you can supply. If you are missing any items, please let us know in the comment field below)

  • Section 3: Experience

    Please note: If you answer "No" to any questions, that's absolutely fine! We're just gathering accurate information about your skills and experience to ensure we assign you to a role where you can shine. We truly appreciate the wide range of expertise that our volunteers bring to these events – thank you for your support!
  • Have you been an event marshal at a previous Goat/Tussock Traverse/Ring of Fire event in the past?*
  • Would you consider yourself confident tramping for a full day in steep mountainous terrain (carrying a day pack)?*
  • Would you consider yourself capable of assisting with a helicopter rescue (pickup of athlete on course) if required?*
  • Would you consider yourself capable assisting with a stretcher carry team (if required)?*
  • Would you consider yourself comfortable with heights? (i.e. you do notsuffer from vertigo etc)*
  • Would you consider yourself confident managing other people across rivers?*
  • Are you comfortable with being out on course overnight?*
  • Occasionally, our volunteers may need to drive their personal vehicle or another vehicle for event-related tasks. These tasks include, but are not limited to, transporting an injured participant back to the finish line, and other driving duties that fall outside of travel to and from the event venues. Please confirm if you are willing to drive for event-related tasks below:*
  • What is your Driver Licence expiry date?
     - -

  • Section 4: Availability

  • Please let us know which sections or timeframes you would be available to help with. All shifts start on Saturday 28th March and times include walk in and walk out time.
  • Hut Accommodation Option: Some marshal positions have the option to stay in a hut the night before the event to make early starts easier. Would you be interested in staying in a hut if this option is available?
  • Should be Empty: