Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Volunteer Policies

Welcome to Sugarloaf!

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, operated by Sonoma Ecology Center and Team Sugarloaf for the State of California, relies heavily on our dedicated volunteers. Volunteers keep the park open, active, and wonderful for the people of California. Please complete the necessary forms and training below, along with this application to join our amazing community of over 200 volunteers

Please review our Volunteer Training Manual.

Please completer the following documents: 

  • Complete the required volunteer waiver forms by following the link provided below. These forms must be submitted before July 27th, 2024.
  • Watch the Non-Supervisory version of the Harassment Prevention Training Video using the link provided below. After completing the training, please email me your completion certificate by July 27th, 2024.

Volunteer Mission Statement

We, the volunteers of Sonoma Ecology Center/ Team Sugarloaf, are committed to the protection of park resources and wildlife, expanding public awareness through scientific research and education, protecting cultural artifacts, and sharing the Park's history. Our ultimate goal is to keep Sugarloaf Ridge State Park open and accessible to everyone.

 

Your Rights

As a volunteer, you should expect the following from us:

  • Appropriate training for the activity you are performing

  • Supervision and staff support when needed

  • A safe environment, free of harassment and free of judgment

  • Support from our Volunteer Coordinator and SEC staff in resolving issues

  • Recognition and gratitude for your time and efforts

  • A letter of reference for volunteers with 100 or more hours of service

 

Your Responsibilities

As a volunteer, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who make a tremendous difference to our organization, community, and nature. The following list highlights your responsibilities and what we expect from our volunteers:

  • Agree to our volunteer policies and procedures

  • Understand the time commitment involved (4hr per month), and be sure that your schedule will allow for such a commitment

  • Attend orientation or training related to your duties

  • Undergo a mandatory 1-hour sexual harassment training 

  • Understand your assignment, ask questions if unclear, and provide feedback about your experience

  • Share your feedback with us from a volunteer's perspective. We know that we can always improve!

  • Be honest about your skills, intentions, and your goals

  • Respect confidentiality

  • Keep your emergency and contact information up to date

  • Please do not communicate political views while volunteering

  • View SEC staff members as allies, mentors, and friends

  • Act as an ambassador for Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and the Sonoma Ecology Center 

  • Be open to new ideas, new assignments, and new volunteers

  • Participate as a team member and “buddy-up” when asked

 

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