Volunteer for the 2026 Opti North American Championship
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Click on your desired area to volunteer with the event.
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Assist with the event check-in process for teams or with boat measurement.
Types of Roles
Registration - Check in sailors, chaperones & coaches, ensure their information is correct.
Measurement Station Lead - Must be available full days May 18-21; be the leader at one of the measurement stations such as boat weighing or sail measurement
Measurement Assistants - help measurers with completing their tasks
Assist with the smooth operations of the event, support teams and special events.
Types of Roles
Visiting Team Ambassador - Meet teams when they arrive at the Dalhousie Residence to distribute their team accreditation; be a point of contact for the team with any questions about Halifax & event logistics
Food & Event Helpers - support RNSYS staff with distributing lunches and setting up events such as the opening and closing ceremonies
Assist with the operations of the event on the water & help with the races.
Types of Roles
Race Committee Assistant - Help record finishes, hold flags and assist race officers in running races.
Safety Boat Assistant - Help ensure the safety of the event on water
Mark Boat Assistant - Active role hauling and setting anchors for race marks
Assist with getting all sailors on the water & back off the water safely.
Types of Roles
Safety Officer - Check sail numbers on boats as they launch and return each day to ensure all sailors are accounted for.
Launching Helper - Assist sailors with launching, return Opti dollies to their designated locations
Return Helper - Bring dollies for sailors as they return to the shore; assist sailors with washing off their boats at the end of the day