Volunteers
The success and smooth operation of this event would not be possible without the dedication and support of our volunteer crew.
We believe this is an amazing opportunity to come together to be part of something great! You will get to share experiences, develop skills, meet people from all walks of life and build lasting relationships.
If you would like to join our Volunteer team, download an Application form HERE.
~ please note that submitting an application form is in no way guaranteeing a position. While we would love to have all of you it it isn’t always possible!
Wranglers
Under your team leader you will be responsible for the set up and breaking down of the communal horse paddocks, setting up and packing away the horse wash, making sure horse feed is available, assisting with water supply and other horse-handling tasks.
Skills required:
Moderate strength and fitness
Fencing/stock handling experience
Fuel Stop
These volunteers leave camp in the morning and head to the lunch stop. You will be responsible for providing cold drinks, hot water for tea and coffee, bringing the toilets, and other little bits and pieces to make the halfway break enjoyable.
Skills required:
Organised and able to take directions
Able to make the best of all situations
Great with people
First Aid Certificate or experience is an advantage
Camping Package
This team is responsible for the tents! There are 2 large Dorm tents that require handling. This means they need to be set up once you arrive at camp, and then packed away and loaded onto the designated truck, along with the trekkers luggage to travel to the next stop.
Skills required:
Moderate level of fitness - able to carry up to 20kg
Able to work as part of a team
Knowledge of tents is an advantage
Marshalls
These people are the eyes and ears of the Committee, and are the main support network for the trekkers. Horse Marshalls are stationed at designated points along the route to provide information to trekkers, for example where there may be a hazard, and they relay information back to the Route Manager. Bike Marshalls carry water, and the Media Team, and travel along the route to provide assistance.
Skills required:
A great people person!
Ability to think clearly in crisis situations
Knowledge of road safety and hazard identification/management
An understanding of maps and radio communication is also handy
Rubbish
As one of our tikanga is “leave nothing but footprints behind” this is a key job. This team is responsible for the management and disposal of the camps rubbish in order to ensure that the landowners and the communities we travel through would want us to return. The team is responsible for distributing rubbish bags, ensuring bins and recycling collection areas are maintained and asked to encourage trekkers to think sustainably and to keep their areas clean.
Skills required:
Able to work as part of a team
Clean, green mindset
Willing to get your hands dirty
Night Watch
Owl eyes! To horses owners - this is one of the most important jobs of the week! This team is responsible for watching over the communal horse paddocks while they (and their riders) recoup, maintaining the curfew, and being alert for any signs of distress or danger. The night will be divided into rotating shifts and you will be rostered on in pairs.
Skills required:
Knowledge of handling people and horses
Ability to stay awake and alert
Night vision is a bonus!
Marquee
This is the heart of the camp. The Marquee is where we all gather! You will be responsible for transporting, assembling and dismantling the large Marquee and all associated equipment (tables, chairs, lighting etc.)
Skills required:
Physically fit - able to carry heavy loads, swing a sledgehammer and lift things
Able to work well in a team
Equipment
If the Marquee is the heart of the camp then the Equipment is the blood and veins! This includes the showers, toilets, caravans/trailers, generators, lights, pumps, water (dishwashing and toothbrushing facilities) etc. You are responsible for transporting, assembling and dismantling the gear and hopefully fixing it if something goes wrong!
Skills required:
Team player
Physically capable - some heavy lifting may be required
Plumbing/electrical/mechanical knowledge is a bonus
Ability to think on your feet and get the job done