RIMRA is powered entirely by volunteers. From field setup and breakdown to membership support, concessions, fire-watch, range operations, and STEM outreach, volunteers help make our launches and community programs possible.
Whether you are a member, flyer, parent, veteran, educator, or community supporter, we would love to have you involved.
RIMRA Launch Volunteer Needs:
• Setup & Breakdown: 6–8 people
• Membership Table: 1–2 people
• Food & Concessions: 1–2 people
• Fire Watch: 1–2 people
• Range Safety / LCO / RSO: 2–4 people
Field Setup & Breakdown Crew
Need: 6–8 volunteers per launch
This is one of the most important volunteer roles at every launch.
- Unload and load equipment
- Set up tables and range gear
- Help organize the field before launches
- Pack up at the end of the day
Note: Volunteers should be comfortable lifting equipment, sometimes up to about 50 lbs.
Membership Table
Need: 1–2 volunteers per launch
- Welcome attendees
- Assist with membership forms and dues
- Answer basic questions
- Direct participants and visitors
Payments accepted: Cash, Venmo, and PayPal
Food & Concessions
Need: 1–2 volunteers per launch
RIMRA often offers hot dogs, grilled cheese, water, soda, and chips during launches.
- Grill operation
- Food prep
- Serving
- Handling payments
Payments accepted: Cash, Venmo, and PayPal
Fire Watch
Need: 1–2 volunteers per launch
This is a safety-support role during launches. Volunteers help monitor the field for signs of fire and respond to small fires with available equipment when needed.
Range & Safety Support
Need: 1–2 volunteers per launch
- Range Safety Officer (RSO)
- Safety check-in support
- Launch Control Officer (LCO) support
- Pad operations / range support
Some of these roles require experience, certification, or mentored training.
STEM Outreach & Community Events
RIMRA supports school STEM events, 4-H programs, Civil Air Patrol activities,
veterans rocket building workshops, and other community outreach programs.
Volunteers may help participants build model rocket kits, assist with materials,
answer questions, and support a safe and welcoming environment.
Important: School-based events may require a criminal background investigation.
Flexible Volunteer Coverage
Some roles only require one volunteer, but having more than one person allows rotation so a member can volunteer and still enjoy the event, including launching their own rockets when appropriate.
Volunteer Signup
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