Group Service Project Policies
Thank you for your interest in supporting Great Parks!
Please review the following policies carefully and check the box to acknowledge this agreement.
- Waiver - All participants 18 years of age and older will be required to complete a waiver upon arrival at the project site. Participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian complete the waiver. Parents or legal guardians may complete the waiver on site or a digital waiver may be emailed in advance upon request.
- Attire - Appropriate attire is required for the safety all participants. This includes sturdy closed-toe shoes (boots or gym shoes), long sleeve shirts, and long pants to protect against potential exposure to sun, insects, field hazards, and skin irritating plants.
- Equipment - Volunteers are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles, snacks, and personal work gloves. All other tools and personal protective equipment will be provided by Great Parks. Volunteers should not bring their own tools to the project.
- Communication - The lead contact for your group will serve as liaison between Great Parks and your organization. Lead contacts are responsible for sharing project information with participants.
- Changes or cancellation - Great Parks reserves the right to cancel or change the scope of any project. Changes may occur due to fluctuations in participant numbers, staffing levels, available resources, or inclement weather.
- Project Placement - Opportunities are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Although Great Parks' staff will do their best to match your team to a fulfilling project, this application does not serve as a contract or guarantee. Staff meets seasonally to match applicants with available projects.
- Safety - Participation in service projects can be potentially dangerous. Injuries, communicable diseases (such as the flu, coronavirus and MRSA) and other outside hazards are an inherent part of our work. Volunteers should observe all safety measures and follow any current protocols in place.
- Supervision - For groups with participants under the age of 18, one chaperone is required for every 10 youth ages 13 and under, and one chaperone per 15 youth ages 14-17.
