Our Cairngorm to Coast volunteers are incredibly valuable and it’s no exageration to say the event wouldn’t be possible without their amazing support, so we want to make sure they feel as well informed and prepared as possible.
On the Day
As this is a charity event, we are not able to pay expenses and are very limited on our transport availability, so you would need to arrange your own transport, or perhaps share with another volunteer. We do try and look after our volunteers as much as possible and there will be hot food and drinks available at Grantown-on-Spey, and there’s usually a food van at the finish line, plus drinks of course! However, we do recommend you take enough food, snacks and drink to see you through the day.
Volunteer Briefing
There will be an online briefing for all volunteers in May where they can ask questions and ‘meet’ each other. Checkpoint marshals will be allocated a and receive an information pack, as well as radio training. Radios and packs will need to be collected from Outfit Moray the day before the event or from Grantown On Spey on the day.
Grantown On Spey
Once your role is over, those volunteering near Grantown-on-Spey are welcome to head there and grab some hot food and a drink before 4pm. There are also toilets there and it’s a great opportunity to watch some of the hikers finish their challenge. This checkpoint closes at 4pm.
100km finish line, Lossiemouth
Our finishers love nothing better than a cheering crowd at the finish line, so we encourage all our volunteers to come all to the finish line, once their role is completed. It’s a great way to end a very busy and enjoyable day with drinks and hot food.
Volunteer Kit List
First and foremost, you need to be prepared for a day outdoors in Moray in May; so dress for snow and sunshine and have the following at least:
- Warm clothes
- Drinks and snacks to last the day
- Chair
- Umbrella/shelter
- Fully charged mobile phone
