The Susan G. Komen 3-Day® Crew is an integral part of what makes the Pink Bubble possible! Whether you’re in a cozy massage chair at camp or miles into the route, these participants are at the core of your Komen 3-Day experience. They are the backbone of the 3-Day® and serve up delicious food, ensure your safety, provide medical attention, and much more throughout the weekend. Whether you’re walking or are thinking of being a crew member, you may be wondering what the different positions entail and how it all comes together. We’re going to cover all sixteen positions which fall under the categories of camp teams, road teams, medical teams, and others.
CAMP TEAMS
SUPPORT SERVICES — Works closely with the Command Center Support Services team to transport non-emergency injured participants to/from Quick Care, the hospital or back to camp, as well as executing various support services responsibilities.
HOTEL OPERATIONS (Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver and New England 3-Days only) — Supports all facets of hotel operations such as driving hotel shuttle vans, staffing the information table, serving in the 3-Day Lounge, luggage collection, transport and/or retrieval, scanning walkers in/out each day, managing hydration tables and managing participant traffic.
“I love working with the amazing Hotel Operations crew because it is so much fun getting to create an amazing experience for all the walkers and crew members on event. Whether it is staffing a table on Main Street or cheering people on at walk-in/walk-out, my crew and I bring the party and hope that everyone enjoys the comforts of their 3-Day home.” —Kevin Y.
CAMP SERVICES (San Diego 3-Day only) — Set up, manage and break down the service areas in camp including the 3-Day Lounge, check-in, Pink Information tent, shower area, and traffic stations.
CAMP OPERATIONS (San Diego 3-Day only) —Work behind the scenes to create a great experience for others and is central to building and maintaining camp and producing a warm, cozy and clean atmosphere during the event.
FOOD SERVICE (San Diego 3-Day only) — Serves a hot breakfast and dinner to all participants.
GEAR & TENT (San Diego 3-Day only) — Transports gear and tents to camp and provides protection of the participants’ gear, campsite and vehicles.
ROAD TEAMS
EVENT SUPPORT — This team consists of experienced 3-Day Crew who are ready to step in wherever needed. They may assist with pit stop support, ceremonies, managing shuttle transport, relocation, and serve as extra route safety.
PIT STOP, GRAB & GO, LUNCH — Sets up and runs one of the many pit stops along the route, which provides water, sports drinks and snacks or a Grab & Go which only includes a hydration tent.
“I’ve been part of the lunch crew in three cities and the one thing that doesn’t change from city to city is the joy we receive from walkers as they eat lunch and enjoy whatever decorations or fun we have come up with. I’ve met people and built relationships that have changed my perspective and brightened my days well beyond the 3-Day. At lunch, we work hard and play harder!” —Deena D.
ROUTE MARKING — Marks the route with directional signage, picks up signage after the route has closed each day, and repairs signage as needed.
“There is so much I enjoy about crewing at the 3-Day; the camaraderie and talking with everyone because we all have different stories as to why we crew, so I enjoy learning about them. I enjoy being a part of the backbone of the walk itself, because the crews together make up the foundation of each 3-Day. It is knowing I’m one person amongst many who provides services and support to assist the walkers in being able to do their part; to walk, to fundraise, to help Komen be a leader in cancer research and medical advancements.” —Vivian O.
ROUTE SAFETY — Patrols the route on bicycle or motorcycle to ensure safety while stationed at intersections or where traffic may be an issue.
ROUTE SUPPORT — Drives from pit stop to pit stop loading and delivering snacks, hydration, and ice, packs up route supplies and removes all waste materials from each route site.
SWEEP & SHUTTLE — Drives passenger vans and picks up walkers between pit stops with fatigue or medical issues and transports them to the nearest pit stop.
“Being a member of the Susan G Komen 3-Day Sweep and Shuttle crew team is an honor and privilege. Though we have long days, this crew job is still one of the most popular because of the interaction we have with walkers. Each van is staffed with two crew members, usually trading off as driver and navigator. Our goal is to pick up walkers wanting a ride and lift their spirits while moving them forward along the route. We create a theme to decorate our van and wear costumes and often have some sort of giveaway for the walkers who ride with us. Being part of the 3-Day Sweep and Shuttle team is a highlight of my year!” —Janet K.
PARKING SIGNAGE (San Diego 3-Day only) — Removes “no parking” signage from each day’s route and sets up/removes event equipment as needed and corrects any no parking signage issues that may arise.
MEDICAL TEAMS
MEDICAL — Doctors, PAs, NPs, RNs, LVNs/LPNs and EMTs (basic and paramedic) provide medical assistance and evaluation for minor injuries.
SPORTS MEDICINE — Athletic trainers, physical therapists and chiropractors that provide services related to the prevention, evaluation, and management of minor injuries.
OTHER TEAMS
YOUTH CORPS LEADER — Works closely with the Youth Corps Captain to ensure the team’s guidance in the months leading up to the event and directly oversees this youth team during the event weekend.
“The cool thing about being a Youth Corps captain is that the kids help you grow too. Where else do you get to be silly, goofy, and let your inner child run free without judgement? No one faults you for messing up the Wobble ten times in a row. Instead, they giggle with you until you all have a side ache! When you cry at the Closing Ceremony, you end up in the middle of a giant, yellow-shirted group hug. Being a Youth Corps captain allows you to see the 3-Day from a different perspective—that of the next generation.” —Missy G.
If you’re not on your ideal crew team because the team was full when you selected your assignment, fill out a Crew Wish List Form (2024 Crew Wish List Form) to let us know which crew teams you are interested in being a part of this year.