Individual Volunteer Application

Name:*

First Last

Date of Birth*

Some of our volunteer positions require volunteers to be above a certain age.

Address:*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Phone:*

Email:*

Enter Email Confirm Email

How did you hear about Dodge?*

Do you want to be added to Dodge's email list?*

Upcoming volunteer opportunities are sent via email. If you opt out, you will need to check the website to stay up to date.

Yes, add me to your email list.
No, do not add me to your email list.

What volunteer position(s) are you interested in?*

Teacher/Naturalist
Community Event Volunteer
Tabling and Outreach Volunteer
Restoration Volunteer
Camp Volunteer
Buildings & Grounds and Farm On-Call Volunteer
Other

Teacher/Naturalist Availability*

Teacher/Naturalists assist with classes during the school year and must be available Monday–Friday during the day. What is your general availability?

Which Dodge Community Events are you interested in volunteering for?*

Winter Fun Fest (February)
Pancake Breakfast (March)
Rock the Barn (May)
Halloween Extravaganza (October)

Are you willing to travel using your own mode of transportation to assist with Dodge outreach events?*

Yes
No

What is your level of experience with restoration work?*

Volunteers with any level of experience are welcome to apply for this position, but for training purposes it is helpful to know what your restoration experience is in advance.

Have you attended or volunteered for a Dodge camp previously?*

Yes
No

Do you have any relevant skills or experience that our Buildings & Grounds and Farm teams should know?

Please explain the type of volunteering you are hoping to do at Dodge.*

Why do you want to volunteer at Dodge?*

Anything else we should be aware of?

Do you have any deal breakers? Activities you'd rather not do while volunteering?

(Examples: handling money, working alone, you like animals but have a fear of snakes, etc.)

Experience

Employment and Volunteer Experience:

Organization	Position	Duties

Education, Training, and Special Skills:

Reference (Professional or Personal):*

Name	Phone	Email	Relationship to you

Availability

What days and times do NOT work for you to volunteer at Dodge?*

How long are you looking to volunteer?*

(Required hours, long-term, short-term, monthly, etc.)

What is your mode of transportation to and from Dodge?*

(Own and drive a car, parent drives me, etc.)

Safety First

Emergency Contact #1:*

Name	Phone	Email	Relationship to you

Emergency Contact #2:*

Name	Phone	Email	Relationship to you

Legalities

All statements made on this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. You have my permission to verify this information and contact references. I grant permission for Dodge Nature Center to take photo and video of me during volunteer activities and for their use in Dodge communications. New volunteers must complete an application form, and have a one-on-one interview with the Volunteer Coordinator or a volunteer supervisor before being considered an active Dodge Nature Center volunteer.

Signature:*

Are you under the age of 18?*

No
Yes

Parent or guardian signature if applicant is under age 18:*

Parent or Guardian Name:*

First Last

Dodge Nature Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants for volunteer positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, affectional preference, marital status, status as to public assistance, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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City Nature Challenge Kickoff!

Saturday, Apr. 27th

Girls Explore Science: Springtime Sensations!

May 1st - May 15th

Storytime on the Trails: Fawn’s First Days

May 4th - May 13th

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