Volunteer - Kern River Conservancy

Volunteering with us is a rewarding way to enjoy nature while making a difference!

Upcoming Events

We host multiple cleanups annually and would love for you to join us.

Fill out the registration form below, and we’ll reach out when the next opportunity comes up.

By the way...we don’t just clean up

we have FUN doing it!

Here are some of the unique ways we take care of the Kern River together:

SUP Cleanups – grab a paddleboard and help collect trash right from the water.

Whitewater Rafting Cleanups – experience the thrill of the rapids while making a difference.

USE THE FORM BELOW TO SIGN UP AS A VOLUNTEER!

I understand and agree as follows: 1. I am volunteering my services for KERN RIVER CONSERVANCY; 2. I will perform only those tasks assigned, observe all safety rules, and use reasonable care in the performance of my assignments; 3. I acknowledge that I am engaging in this activity as a volunteer and not as an employee, agent, official, officer or representative, and further acknowledge that I am not entitled to any compensation, benefit or insurance coverage from Kern River Conservancy, the State of California, the Department of Parks and Recreation, the United States Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Kern County Public Works, Kern County Parks, or any agent thereof including any Event promoter, sponsor, or organizer.

I understand and agree that Event Sponsors/organizers and their respective employees, officers, agents or assigns (collectively referred to as “Released Parties”), are not to be held liable or responsible in any way for any injury, death or other damages to me or my family, heirs, or assigns that may occur as a result of my participation in the Event, or as a result of product liability or the negligence, whether passive or active, of any party, including Released Parties, in connection with the Event. Released Parties include, but are not limited to, the following:

KERN RIVER CONSERVANCY, UNITED STATES FOREST SERVICE, BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, KERN COUNTY PARKS, KERN COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS, KEEP KERN BEAUTIFUL, SIERRA NEVADA ALLIANCE AND EXPLORE US.

I understand and agree to assume the risks related to cleaning up beaches or inland water areas, including but not limited to, the risks of possible injury, infection, and loss of life as a result of contact with needles, condoms, metal objects, burning embers and other hazardous materials, wild animals, and poisonous plants; as well as the risks from overexertion and environmental conditions, including but not limited to wave activity, flooding, rockslides, sun exposure, and dangerous terrain.

I understand and agree to assume the risks related to the use of any watercraft, whether as an operator or passenger, including but not limited to risks related to marine facilities, fuels and lubricants, weather, tides and other water movement, operational proficiency, overexertion by myself or others on the craft, collisions, and conditions such as water temperature, including the risks associated with hypothermia, sun exposure, swimming proficiency, and rescue efforts.

In the circumstance of injury or illness, I authorize qualified emergency medical professionals to examine and administer emergency care to me, regardless of whether I am able to specifically agree to treatment at the time it is administered. I understand and agree to assume the risks related to medical treatment.

I HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASED PARTIES FROM ANY CLAIM OR LAWSUIT FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR WRONGFUL DEATH, BY ME, MY FAMILY, ESTATE, HEIRS, OR ASSIGNS, ARISING OUT OF PARTICIPATION IN THE EVENT, INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING DURING THE ACTIVITY AND AFTER I COMPLETE THE ACTIVITY, AND INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON NEGLIGENCE OF OTHER PARTICIPANTS OR THE RELEASED PARTIES.

I agree to allow my image to be used in published materials and websites that promote the programs of the KERN RIVER CONSERVANCY or any programs conducted by the Released Parties.

Important: Please submit one waiver per person, including minors. Parent(s) or Legal Guardian(s) may complete on behalf of their child(ren).

Participant’s Age Acknowledgment *

I certify that I am 18 years of age or older

I am the parent or legal guardian completing this waiver for a minor

I am signing up / completing this waiver for: *

Myself

A minor (I am the legal guardian)

Participant Information:

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Last Name

Date of birth

Phone *

Address

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Postal Code

Email *

Emergency Contact Full Name *

Emergency Contact Phone Number *

Veteran?

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Disabled?

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I agree to the above. By providing my phone number and email, I agree to be contacted by Kern River Conservancy. I understand I can opt out at any time.

“Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in”.

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PO Box 1042 Kernville, CA 92328

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