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Cylburn Arboretum Volunteer Application Form
Thank you for your interest in our volunteer program. Cylburn arboretum would not be what it is today without the hard work and effort of our devoted volunteer corps. We look forward to potentially working with you and appreciate the generous offer of your time and skill.

Title      
Name     
Address
             
            
City        State Zip

Phone     Alternate Phone

E-Mail
Emergency Contact

Phone
Relationship

Do you have any medical conditions that would interfere with your ability to volunteer?
Please specify

I. Skill and Interest

Highest Level of Education:

Current Occupation:

Employer:

Special Training & Hobbies:

Skills: (Check all that apply.)

Artistic/Graphic Design          

Library/Museums

Bird Watching/Nature Studies 

Marketing/Public Relations   

 

Computers

Program Management

First Aid/CPR

Teaching

Fundraising/Development Working with Children

Gardening/Landscaping

   
Other

Areas of Interest: (Check all that apply.)

Administrative/Clerical

Tour Guides

 

 

Garden Maintenance

Maintenance
         Tree          Collections


 

 

Greenhouse Assistants

         Woodland          Trails

 

 

Special Events

         Other

II. Availability

(Please check each day and time you are willing/available to work.)

 

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Mornings

Afternoons

Evenings

III. References

How did you hear about us?

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Saw Position Description

From Staff

Referred by Friend/Volunteer

Other:

 

List Names and Phone Numbers of Two Personal References and One Employer Reference:

1. Name:       

Phone:

Relationship:

Length of Relationship:

2. Name:

Phone:

Relationship:

Length of Relationship:

3. Employer:

Length of Employment:

Supervisor’s Name:

Phone:

I certify that the information given on this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and
belief and is made in good faith. Any false statements made by me on this form may result in refusal of or separation from volunteer service upon discovery thereof. Additionally, I understand that during the recruitment process, this organization may contact the references I listed. Finally, submission of this application is not a guarantee of acceptance or placement into the Cylburn Arboretum Association’s volunteer program. Applicants will be contacted and interviewed for positions available.

Signature:

Date:

Disclaimers and Consent

Cylburn Arboretum Association
4915 Greenspring Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209 = 410.367.2217

Read Carefully Before Signing:
I hereby consent to permit Cylburn Arboretum Association to contact anyone it deems appropriate
to investigate or verify any information provided by me to discuss my suitability for a volunteer position, including my background, volunteer experience, education, or related matters. I expressly give my consent to any discussions regarding the foregoing, and I voluntarily and knowingly waive all rights to bring an action for defamation, invasion of privacy, or similar cause of action, against anyone providing such information.

I hereby consent to permit Cylburn Arboretum Association to contact anyone it deems appropriate
to investigate or verify any information provided by me to discuss my suitability for a volunteer position, including my background, volunteer experience, education, or related matters.
I expressly give my consent to any discussions regarding the foregoing, and I voluntarily and knowingly waive all rights to bring an action for defamation, invasion of privacy, or similar cause of action, against anyone providing such information.

I hereby authorize any organization affiliated with Cylburn Arboretum Association to responsible and liable for medical treatment and all related costs in the event of an injury to myself as a result of
my participation in volunteer activities at Cylburn.

I certify that the answers given by me on all forms are, to the best of my knowledge and belief,
true and correct and that I have not knowingly withheld any pertinent facts or circumstances.
I understand that any omission or misrepresentation of fact on any forms may result in refusal
of or separation from volunteer service upon discovery thereof.

If, during my participation in Cylburn Arboretum activities, I should need emergency medical treatment, and I am not able to give my consent or make my own arrangements for that treatment because of my injuries, I authorize Cylburn Arboretum Association to take whatever measures are necessary to protect my health and well-being, including, if necessary, hospitalization.

I hereby acknowledge and assume the risk of participating in volunteer activities at Cylburn,
a city park and arboretum. I understand there are inherent risks involved with volunteer activities,
which may include but not limited to exposure to varying weather conditions, harmful plants,
insects, and wildlife. I hereby acknowledge my understanding and acceptance of these risks
and hereby indemnify, release, and hold harmless the Cylburn Arboretum Association,
its Board of Directors, officers, employees, volunteers, advisors, representatives,
and the Division of Horticulture from any claims for injury, damage, or loss to person or property that may result from my volunteer participation at Cylburn.

I hereby further acknowledge and understand that the Cylburn Arboretum Association
does not offer any health or medical insurance to volunteers and that I am encouraged
to have my own health/accidental insurance coverage. I also understand and agree that
I am personally responsible and liable for medical treatment and all related costs in the
event of an injury to myself as a result of my participation in volunteer activities at Cylburn.

I certify that the answers given by me on all forms are, to the best of my knowledge and belief,
true and correct and that I have not knowingly withheld any pertinent facts or circumstances.
I understand that any omission or misrepresentation of fact on any forms may result in refusal
of or separation from volunteer service upon discovery thereof.

Signature:           

Date


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Or Print Form and mail to
Cylburn Arboretum Association, Inc.
4915 Greenspring Avenue
Baltimore, MD.21209

Volunteer Coordinator