St. Johns seeks Color Crew volunteers for November 14 family 5K

St. Johns County is looking for neighbors willing to hand out water, cheer on runners and help throw a little color into a Saturday morning.

In an October 16 announcement, the county opened a fresh call for volunteers for its third annual Family Color Run 5K, returning to the St. Johns County Fairgrounds in Elkton on November 14.

How to lend a hand

The volunteer crew will help at water and color stations, support participants along the course and assist at the finish. Duties will depend on what organizers need on event day.

Residents can sign up through the event’s volunteer page. It lists a general race-route role and a separate National Honor Society option. For NHS volunteers, the registration page says service hours will be tracked and verified at check-in and check-out.

Want to run or walk instead?

The county’s event announcement lists a 9 a.m. start on Saturday, November 14, at 5840 State Road 207 E., Elkton. Registration is $25 per participant and includes a commemorative medal, professional timing and color stations.

The mostly off-road course welcomes different ages and fitness levels. Participants should wear clothes they are comfortable getting covered in colored powder.

Runner registration and event details are available on RunSignup. Check the organizer’s page before heading out for any updates.

Photo: St. Johns County, from its October 16 volunteer announcement.