2016 VOLUNTEER / VENDOR T2T-NYC

Vendor/Volunteer IDs & T-shirt Pick-up Info!

Volunteer and Vendor Photo Credentials available for pick-up at

the sites and times below

** NEW Staten Island

St. John's University

Staten Island Campus

Kelleher Center-2nd Floor 300 Howard Avenue Staten Island, NY

Manhattan

The Conrad Hotel

102 North End Avenue
New York City, NY

Wednesday 9/21 & Thursday 9/22

Friday 9/23 9 AM - 4 PM

2 PM - 7 PM

Saturday 9/24 9 AM - 4 PM

Every Volunteer/Vendor must have a credential/photo badge in order to get through security.

**IMPORTANT: In order to volunteer, PLEASE SEND A SMALL, CLEAR, CURRENT PHOTO OF YOURSELF AFTER REGISTERING by e-mail to: Photo@Tunnel2towers.org. Please include your FULL name in the SUBJECT LINE!

All Vendor/Volunteer credential photo badges and T-Shirts can be picked up before the day of the run at the dates and locations listed above.

On Sunday, September 25th you may pick up your volunteer photo badges in Manhattan at the Volunteer Check-In booth located at North End Avenue starting at 7 AM OR at the start of the run at the IKEA parking lot in Brooklyn, NY starting at 6:00 AM. However, we request that you please pick up your volunteer packet/photo badges before the day of the run.

FAQs that event participants may ask and volunteers should know:

What is a Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk?

The Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers.

Follow in the footsteps of an American hero to honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty! For more information on the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit www.tunnel2towers.org

How far is a Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk?

The Tunnel To Towers 5K Run & Walk - New York City is approximately 3.5 miles long.

Can I get a timing chip?

Yes, you may purchase timing chips online only thru 11:59pm on Monday, September 19, 2016. After September 19 and through Saturday, September 24 you can get a timing chip only if you register in person at any Registration Site. NO TIMING CHIPS WILL BE SOLD ON THE DAY OF RUN.

Can I register the day of the run?

Yes, you can register the day of the run (September 25th) at the IKEA parking lot in Brooklyn, New York. Please note that no timing chips will be provided to those who register on race day.

When does online registration close?

Online registration will remain open UNTIL 11:59pm on September 24, 2016.

ONLY online registrations that include the purchase of a timing chip will close on 11:59pm on Monday, September 19, 2016. You still may register online through 11:59pm on September 24th if not purchasing a timing chip.

Is there transportation to and from the event?

Yes! NY Water Taxi boats will leave from Pier 11, at the end of Wall Street, beginning at 7 AM. The last boat leaves for Brooklyn at 7:45 AM. You must be on the boat line by 7:30 AM to get to the start line on time!

Is there parking available?

Yes, parking is available by South Street Seaport.

Where can I pick up my packet?

Bib numbers/packets can be picked up at the start of the run, at IKEA parking lot in Brooklyn, NY. However, we request that you pick up your bib number/packet prior to the day of the run at the following dates/locations:

REGISTRATION/VOLUNTEER PHOTO ID AND PACKET PICK UP SITES:

Volunteer and Vendor Photo Credentials available for pick up at sites and times below

Staten Island

St. John's University

Staten Island Campus

Kelleher Center-2nd Floor

300 Howard Avenue

Staten Island, NY

Manhattan

The Conrad Hotel

102 North End Avenue

New York City, NY

Wednesday 9/21 & Thursday 9/22

Friday 9/23 9 AM - 4 PM

2 PM - 7 PM

Saturday 9/24

Do I have to wear my bib number?

Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment. Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

I am a fast runner. Can I get a front line position?

Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral. A separate entrance (marked in yellow) will be at the front of the start line.

Will water be available?

Yes, water stations will be located at the start, finish and at a station at the end of the tunnel on the Manhattan side. Participants may NOT carry water bottles in the tunnel. We ask that you please DO NOT bring water bottles in the tunnel. With every participant's safety in mind, we look forward to an enjoyable and successful event.

What can you bring to the event?

One (1) clear plastic bag will be supplied by UPS to put your belongings in. Please do not bring valuables. Have someone hold them for you. T2T is not responsible for any personal items/valuables.

Can I run with a stroller, backpack, wheelchair, roller blades, bicycle, bags, water bottles, Scott packs (FDNY Oxygen Tanks), child-carrier backpacks and weight vests etc?

No. The run is restricted to foot traffic ONLY, as per the City of New York, for reasons of safety and security. For your safety and security the MTA and NYPD absolutely prohibit any backpacks, strollers and bicycles in the tunnel and on any of Tunnel to Towers-provided transportation. This will be strictly enforced. Also Firefighters- ABSOULETLY NO SCOTT-PAKS!

Can I get a refund? Can I transfer my registration?

Unfortunately, ALL SALES ARE FINAL and we do not allow refunds. However, you may transfer your registration to another participant. For instructions on how to transfer your registration please see http://help.eventbrite.com/customer/en_us/portal/articles/430100-change-the-info-on-your-order-or-ticket .

FUNDRAISING:

Please remember to fundraise on crowdrise.com/tunnel2towers

• Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal on crowdrise.com.

• What are the fundraising levels & prizes?

Fundraise $250 to receive a commemorative Tunnel to Towers hat!

Fundraise $500 or more and receive a Tunnel to Towers exclusive dri-tech T-shirt.

Fundraise $1,000 or more receive an exclusive Tunnel to Towers commemorative windbreaker.

Important Note: You will receive your fundraising prizes in January, 2017.

Do not forget to register to fundraise on crowdrise.com/tunnel2towers to earn these great incentives!

You can help the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation as we honor and support our nation’s first responders and military heroes!

Thank you for joining us in our mission to honor and support our nation’s first responders and military heroes! For more information on our Foundation please visit www.tunnel2towers.org.