The San Mateo County Parks Department welcomes volunteers and greatly appreciates the time and energy volunteers devote to park projects and programs. As a volunteer, you should understand and agree to the following before you perform any work in a county park:

1.You are not a county employee and will not receive compensation for volunteer work performed. Your participation is strictly on a voluntary basis.

2. You are not required by any park staff or others, including another volunteer, to do any work that does not agree with you and which you do not feel physically capable of doing.

3. You understand that this activity may involve hazards and unknown risks, including, but not limited to trail conditions, weather, or other natural and artificial hazards.

4. Do not attempt work that you do not understand or use unfamiliar and/or unsafe tools.

5. If you injure yourself, report your injury immediately to your volunteer activity leader or park staff.

6. In the event of an emergency, dial 911 or report directly to the nearest hospital.

7. Your photograph may be used for park publications, presentations and/or media related purposes. If you don’t want your photograph used, please inform the volunteer activity leader or park staff before you begin your work.

Please provide the information requested below and sign your name in the space provided. Your signature indicates that you have read and agree to the foregoing points.