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Hill climb still needs volunteers
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Wayne Moore - Story:
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May 13, 2008 / 1:00 pm
Volunteers are still needed for this weekend's 51st Knox Mountain Hill Climb.
The longest running hill climb in North America is set for this Saturday and Sunday.
"We are still searching. Every year the people of Kelowna always come through for us," says Hill Climb spokesman, Bryan Fulton.
"We have about 30 volunteers right now and we are hoping to get close to 100 for the two days."
Fulton says volunteers are needed mainly as corner workers.
"There are 10 corners along the 2.2 mile course, which runs from the base of Knox Mountain to the top."
He says corner workers work with a professional. They help keep the track clean of debris and clear of spectators.
"We also have a car show down in the infield and we need some help parking and placing cars. There is a variety of things to do."
Fulton says volunteers get a t-shirt and meals while they are on the site.
Gates open at 9 a.m. each morning with racing from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Anyone wishing to volunteer for either or both days can contact Bryan at 763-3048.