Volunteer Roles

It takes a community to make winter magical.

 Our volunteers are the heart of MyXC. Together, they create welcoming communities where every child can discover the joy of winter, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of being active outdoors.

Whether you enjoy coaching on snow, organizing behind the scenes, welcoming new families, or lending a helping hand wherever it's needed, there's a role for everyone. Choose the opportunity that best matches your interests, skills, schedule, and comfort level—because every volunteer helps make MyXC possible.
 

SkiSparks Leader

Impact

Help kids and families discover the joy of winter through cross-country skiing.
SkiSparks Leaders create welcoming communities where families feel connected, supported, and excited to spend time outdoors. As the primary coordinator for the club, Leaders work alongside volunteers, families, facility partners, and MyXC staff to make each season fun, organized, and memorable.

What You'll Do

Club Leadership & Communication
  • Serve as the primary contact for families and MyXC staff.
  • Set club meeting dates and times.
  • Send weekly club communications and updates in fall and winter
  • Update the club webpage and manage the club email account.
  • Read MyXC updates and share information with club volunteers.
Support Families
  • Help families navigate their first season of skiing.
  • Create a welcoming environment for new participants.
  • Answer questions and connect families with resources.
  • Encourage family involvement and volunteer participation.
Coordinate Club Operations
  • Work with the ski facility to secure permits and meeting space.
  • Make weather and snow-related decisions.
  • Support volunteer recruitment, especially coaches and sweepers.
  • Assign coaches, assistant coaches and sweepers to appropriate Level groups and ensure adequate coverage.
  • Recruit and support Junior Coaches from local high school teams.
  • Work with the Director on volunteer appreciation efforts.

Build Community

  • Promote a fun, positive, and inclusive club culture.
  • Encourage connections among families.
  • Help create an experience that keeps kids excited about skiing and winter.

Opportunities to Go Above and Beyond

  • Partner with facilities to improve grooming or snowmaking.
  • Organize a preseason coach meeting.
  • Coordinate club fundraising efforts.
  • Plan group participation in MyXC events.
  • Organize a season-end celebration.
  • Develop partnerships with schools, parks, or community organizations.
  • Help expand access to skiing for new families and communities.

Qualifications

  • Passion for helping kids and families enjoy winter.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable coordinating volunteers and sharing information.
  • Access to a computer and internet.
  • Ability to attend club meetings throughout the season.
Cross-country ski experience is helpful but not required.
No skiing required.

Time Commitment

  • September–April
  • Approximately 2–3 hours per week
  • This role may be shared between two volunteers

Requirements and Training

  • Complete volunteer application
  • Pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training.
  • Attend a preseason equipment meeting with MyXC staff.
  • Read weekly updates
  • Attend Leadership Kickoff meeting
  • Reference Club Checklist and use the club’s drive

Encouraged

  • Attend MyXC Coach Training (online and/or in person).

SkiSparks Director

Impact

Help create a smooth, organized club experience so families, coaches, and volunteers can focus on having fun on snow.
SkiSparks Directors provide essential administrative support that helps clubs run efficiently and creates a welcoming experience for participants throughout the season.

What You'll Do

Support Club Operations

  • Create and organize skier bib name tags.
  • Distribute coach bibs.
  • Track attendance throughout the season.
  • Order and coordinate pickup of preseason and postseason club supplies.
  • Manage club purchases and submit reimbursement requests.
  • Help keep club information organized and up to date.

Support Volunteers

  • Work closely with the Club Leader and Leadership Team.
  • Help ensure club resources and supplies are available when needed.

Support Families

  • Help create a welcoming and organized experience for participants.
  • Assist with attendance tracking

Opportunities to Go Above & Beyond

  • Assist the Club Leader with additional projects throughout the season.
  • Help organize volunteer appreciation efforts.
  • Support special events and season-end celebrations.

Qualifications

  • Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Comfortable using a computer and basic online tools.
  • Enjoy supporting volunteers and families behind the scenes.
Cross-country ski experience is not required.
No skiing required.

Time Commitment

  • Approximately 8–10 hours throughout the season.
  • This role may be shared between two volunteers.

Requirements & Training

  • Complete volunteer registration and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training.
  • Attend a preseason equipment meeting with MyXC staff.
  • Read weekly updates
  • Attend Leadership Kickoff meeting
  • Reference Club Checklist and use the club’s drive

Encouraged

  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session or Coach Training.

SkiSparks Community Connector

Impact

Help create a welcoming and inclusive club by connecting families, volunteers, schools, and the community.
Community Connectors help new families feel at home, build community partnerships, and reduce barriers so more kids can discover the joy of winter.

What You'll Do

Welcome New Families

  • Be the welcome committee for new families and help them have a great first experience.
  • Be available at the start of club meetings during the first few weeks of the season to answer questions and help families get oriented.
  • Help families find their group, coaches, equipment, and meeting area.
  • Identify communication barriers and help connect families with translation or other resources when needed.

Build Community Connections

  • Work with the MyXC Outreach Coordinator to help welcome families connected through community partnerships and outreach efforts.
  • Support club leaders in creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for all families.
  • Help connect families with scholarships, equipment, and other MyXC resources when needed.

Work with MyXC

  • Meet with the MyXC Outreach Coordinator to discuss outreach goals, community partnerships, and strategies for welcoming new families.

Opportunities to Go Above & Beyond

  • Organize outreach events with schools, parks, or community organizations.
  • Use the MyXC equipment trailer at community events.
  • Follow up with families who may need additional support during the season.

Qualifications

  • Passion for creating welcoming communities.
  • Enjoy meeting new people and building relationships.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Additional languages are welcome and encouraged.
Cross-country ski experience is helpful but not required.
No skiing required.

Time Commitment

  • September–April
  • Approximately 2–4 hours per month
This role may be shared

Requirements & Training

  • Complete volunteer registration and pass a background check
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training
  • Attend a preseason equipment meeting with MyXC staff
  • Read weekly updates
  • Attend Leadership Kickoff meeting
  • Reference Club Checklist and use the club’s drive

Encouraged

  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session or Coach Training.

SkiSparks Equipment Manager

Impact

Help kids get on snow by ensuring skiers have access to properly sized equipment. SkiSparks Equipment Managers play an important role in creating a positive first experience for new skiers and families by organizing and distributing club equipment throughout the season.

 What You'll Do

  • Manage Club Equipment
  • Inventory club equipment
  • Order equipment needed to fulfill rentals
  • Pick up equipment from the MyXC warehouse
  • Distribute equipment to families
  • Manage exchanges throughout the season when needed for size adjustments or damage
  • Keep the club equipment in good working order, pulling out equipment in need of repair
  • Communicate with the MyXC Warehouse for repairs and/or replacement equipment
  • Collect and organize equipment at season's end
  • Coordinate equipment storage during the off-season

Support Club Operations

  • Maintain equipment records and inventory
  • Manage equipment storage-related purchases and reimbursements (where applicable)
  • Work with MyXC staff and club leaders to meet equipment needs

Opportunities to Go Above & Beyond

  • Expand club equipment offerings, including skate ski rentals
  • Arrange for off-season storage waxing of skate ski rentals
  • Help secure funding for additional equipment
  • Improve equipment organization and storage systems

Qualifications

  • Organized and dependable.
  • Comfortable managing equipment and inventory.
  • Basic spreadsheet skills are needed.
  • Ability to arrange pickup of equipment from the MyXC warehouse.
Cross-country ski experience is helpful but not required.
No skiing required.

Time Commitment

  • November–December:
  • Approximately 2–3 hours per week
  • March: Approximately 2–4 hours total
  • Often shared between multiple volunteers in larger clubs

Requirements & Training

  • Complete volunteer registration and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training.
  • Attend a pre-season equipment meeting with MyXC staff.
  • Read weekly updates
  • Attend Leadership Kickoff meeting
  • Reference Club Checklist and use the club’s drive

Encouraged

  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session or Coach Training.

SkiSparks Coach

Impact

Help kids discover the joy of skiing, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of being active outdoors.
Coaches are at the heart of the SkiSparks experience. By creating a fun, supportive environment, coaches help kids feel successful on skis and excited to return each week.
What You'll Do

 Lead Ski Groups

  • Lead a group of skiers through weekly activities, games, and skill-building exercises.
  • Follow the MyXC curriculum and adapt activities to meet the needs of your group.
  • Encourage participation, effort, and fun for every skier.

Support Skier Success

  • Help skiers develop confidence and skills at their own pace.
  • Check equipment and communicate any concerns with families, club leaders, or the Equipment Manager.
  • Complete end-of-season skier assessments and recommend next year's level.

Create a Positive Experience

  • Build connections with kids and families.
  • Encourage teamwork, kindness, and outdoor adventure.
  • Help every skier feel welcome, included, and successful.

Opportunities to Go Above & Beyond

  • Recruit additional adult and junior coaches.
  • Mentor new coaches.
  • Help lead special club events and activities.
  • Qualifications
  • Enjoy working with kids and creating positive experiences.
  • Ability to attend weekly club meetings.
  • Comfortable skiing at a level slightly above the skiers you coach.
  • Enthusiastic about winter, outdoor recreation, and having fun.

Time Commitment

  • 6–8 club meetings
  • Approximately 1.5 hours per meeting

Requirements & Training

  • Complete volunteer registration and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training.
  • Complete Heads Up Concussion Training (every three years).
  • Attend MyXC Coach Training (online).

Encouraged

  • Attend MyXC Coach Training (in person).
  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session.

SkiSparks Assistant Coach

Impact

Help skiers build confidence, develop skills, and discover the joy of being active outdoors.
Assistant Coaches help create a fun, supportive environment where every skier receives encouragement and attention throughout the season.

What You'll Do

 Support Ski Groups

  • Assist coaches with weekly activities, games, and skill-building exercises.
  • Follow the MyXC curriculum and support skiers at their individual level.
  • Help keep skiers engaged, active, and having fun.

Support Skier Success

  • Encourage effort, growth, and participation.
  • Help create a welcoming and positive experience for every skier.
  • Build connections with kids and families throughout the season.

Opportunities to Go Above & Beyond

  • Lead activities or games during club meetings.
  • Step in to lead a group when a coach is unavailable.
  • Mentor new volunteers and junior coaches.

Qualifications

  • Enjoy working with kids and creating positive experiences.
  • Ability to attend weekly club meetings.
  • Comfortable skiing at or above the level of the skiers in your group.
  • Enthusiastic about winter, outdoor recreation, and having fun.

Time Commitment

  • 6–8 club meetings
  • Approximately 1.5 hours per meeting

Requirements & Training

  • Complete volunteer registration and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training.
  • Complete Heads Up Concussion Training (every three years).

Encouraged

  • Attend MyXC Coach Training (in person/online).

SkiSparks Sweeper

Impact

Spark joy and confidence about cross-country skiing and lifelong health. Provide individualized attention and encouragement to help every skier feel successful on snow.

Goals and Responsibilities

  • See the potential in every child and encourage growth.
  • Ski at the back of the group, supporting and encouraging skiers who may be struggling.
  • Accompany skiers who need to return to the meeting area to warm up, use the restroom, or take a break.
  • Help create a positive, fun, and supportive environment for all participants.

Going Above and Beyond

  • Lead a game or activity during club meetings.

Qualifications

  • Ability to attend weekly club meetings.
  • Comfortable skiing at or above the level of the skiers in the group.
  • Ability to connect with kids, play games, and have fun.
  • Embraces winter and encourages kids to enjoy the season.

Time Commitment

  • 6–8 club meetings, approximately 1.5 hours each.

Requirements and Training

  • Complete Volunteer Sign-Up and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training (online).
  • Complete Heads Up Concussion Training every three years (online).

Encouraged

  • Attend MyXC Coach Training (online and/or in person).

SkiSparks Junior Coach (high school age)

Impact

Spark joy and confidence about cross-country skiing and lifelong health. Junior Coaches are role models for young skiers. By sharing your enthusiasm for skiing and winter, you help kids build confidence, develop skills, and have fun on snow.

Goals and Responsibilities

  • Follow the weekly MyXC curriculum.
  • Assist coaches with activities, games, and skill development.
  • Ski with the group and provide encouragement and support to skiers.
  • Help create a fun, welcoming, and positive environment.

Going Above and Beyond

  • Lead a game or activity.
  • Lead a small group on a trail system under the guidance of a coach.
  • Help recruit friends and teammates to volunteer.

Qualifications

  • Current high school student or 14-year-old 8th grader.
  • Ability to attend at least four club meetings.
  • Comfortable skiing at or above the level of the skiers in the group.
  • Enjoy working with kids and being a positive role model.
  • Enthusiastic about winter and outdoor recreation.

Time Commitment

  • 4–8 club meetings, approximately 1.5 hours each.
  • Eligible for volunteer or service hours for school requirements.

Encouraged

  • Attend MyXC Coach Training (online and/or in person).

SkiSparks Photographer

Impact

Help tell your club's story and celebrate the joy of skiing through photos. Photos help families stay connected, recognize volunteers, and inspire others to join the fun.

Goals and Responsibilities

  • Take photos of skiers, families, coaches, and volunteers during club meetings.
  • Capture a variety of ages, skill levels, and activities throughout the season.
  • Share photos with club leaders and MyXC staff using an approved photo-sharing platform.

Going Above and Beyond

  • Provide high-quality photos for use on the MyXC website, social media, newsletters, and marketing materials.
  • Capture special events, celebrations, and volunteer moments.

Qualifications

  • Ability to take and share photos.
  • Enjoy capturing fun moments and community connections.

Time Commitment

  • This role may be shared.
  • Approximately 2–4 hours during the season.

Requirements and Training

  • Complete Volunteer Sign-Up and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training (online).

Encouraged

  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session or Coach Training (virtual).

SkiSparks Chalet and/or Snack Coordinator

Impact 

Help create a welcoming space where families can connect, build community, and celebrate winter together.

Goals and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate a gathering space indoors (when possible) for families before, during, or after club meetings.
  • Set up a tent, table, or meeting area outdoors when indoor space is unavailable.
  • Organize a sign-up for families to provide snacks throughout the season.
  • Help ensure SafeSport and MyXC supervision guidelines are followed when children are inside

Going Above and Beyond

  • Provide hot cocoa or other warm refreshments for skiers.
  • Encourage low-waste, reusable, compostable, or minimal-packaging snack options.
  • Help organize special treats or celebrations throughout the season.

Qualifications

  • No skiing or cross-country ski knowledge required.
  • Enjoy creating welcoming spaces and bringing people together.

Time Commitment

  • Approximately 2–4 hours during the season.

Requirements and Training

  • Complete Volunteer Sign-Up and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training (online).

Encouraged

  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session or Coach Training (virtual).

SkiSparks Greeter/Welcome Coordinator

Impact

Help create a welcoming club where every family feels they belong.

Goals and Responsibilities

  • Welcome families at the beginning of club meetings, especially new participants.
  • Help families find their group, coaches, equipment, and meeting areas.
  • Answer basic questions and connect families with Club Leaders when needed.
  • Work alongside the Leadership Team to support new families.
  • Stays outside for thirty minutes to direct late comers to their groups.
  • Helps create a friendly and inclusive environment.
  • Read all MyXC updates and club communications to stay "in the know”.

Going Above and Beyond

  • Assist with outreach events.
  • Meet with the MyXC Outreach Coordinator to learn more about welcoming new families and reducing barriers to participation.

Qualifications

  • Friendly and welcoming.
  • Enjoy meeting new people and helping families feel comfortable.
  • No skiing experience required.
  • Additional spoken languages are welcome and encouraged.

Time Commitment

  • 6–8 club meetings, approximately 1.5 hours each.
  • This role may be shared.

Requirements and Training

  • Complete Volunteer Sign-Up and pass a background check.
  • Complete MyXC Abuse Prevention Training (online).

Encouraged

  • Attend a MyXC Welcome Session.