Plant Stewardship Volunteer Sign-Up 2025 | Cottonwood Canyons Foundation

Volunteer Name

First

Last

If you are a parent/guardian and are signing up for your minor child (under 18), please enter their (volunteer) name here

Doesn't have credentials or forgot password

Please click here if you never had credentials, or have lost the password to login to the CCF's Volunteer Portal

Credentials/Password problem selection

You never had Volunteer login credentials
You lost or forgot your password

Please create a password to access CCF's Volunteer Portal

Password

Confirm Password

Your username will be your email address

Reset your password

You can reset your password anytime by going to Volunteer Login (under Volunteer on the CCF website main menu,
and clicking on the link underneath the password field, or click on this link below
(opens in a new tab/window, then you can come back to this form and finalize your signup):

Link to reset your password (new window/tab)

Phone Number

Email Address

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Emergency Contact Name

First

Last

Emergency Contact Phone Number

Emergency Contact Relationship

Job Description ▼

Plant Stewardship Volunteer

Purpose:

The position of Plant Stewardship Volunteer (PSV) serves to help identify, track, and/or remove invasive plant species, collect native plant seeds, and participate in native plant restoration in the Tri-Canyons. Taking direction from CCF's Plants Crew and in compliance with the U.S. Forest Service, PSVs further CCF's mission to continuously improve the environments of Big and Little Cottonwood and Millcreek Canyons. Volunteers use tools or pull weeds by hand, depending on the type of invasive species being targeted. Work is completed between 8 am and 2 pm, usually on Thursdays (as well as some select Saturdays and other days).

Location:

The location of each workday greatly depends on the U.S. Forest Service's needs, snowpack, weather, and many other variables. Plant Stewardship work is always done within Millcreek, Big Cottonwood, or Little Cottonwood Canyon. Volunteers meet CCF's Plants Crew at a predetermined location, usually a campsite, picnic area, trailhead, or other frequently-used areas in the canyons. Volunteers will be notified of the location of their workday at least 48 hours ahead of time.

Key Responsibilities:

- A Plant Stewardship Volunteer works with CCF's Plants Crew to assist in the identification and removal of invasive weeds growing in the Tri-canyon area trail system.

- Receives training in plant identification and safe methods of invasive weed removal.

- Adheres to the policy of “safety first” when working among crew members, other volunteers, and trail users.

- Responsible for coming to work day prepared with the necessary attire, footwear, and gear required for a day of work on the trail (see below).

- Practices Leave No Trace ethics while in wilderness areas.

- Identifies and avoids potential safety hazards posed during the workday.

- Communicates any health concerns or physical limitations to CCF prior to volunteer day.

- Notifies the Plants Crew of any injuries, concerns, or any need to leave the work site early.

Reports to: Stewardship Director and/or Plants Crew Lead

Length of Appointment: One day or seasonal. The Plants Crew starts its season in early May and concludes its season at the end of September.

By registering to volunteer with CCF, you are assuming the responsibility and risk of this activity. CCF does not carry health or liability insurance for volunteers. By registering to volunteer, you are agreeing that your own insurance will be used in case of accident or injury.

I have read the position description, and I understand my role as an Plant Stewardship Volunteer.

I agree

Volunteer Waiver, Rights and Responsibilities ▼

CCF Volunteer Waiver

IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAM RELATED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES, I, THE UNDERSIGNED, ACKNOWLEDGE, APPRECIATE AND AGREE THAT:

Risk of injury from activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist and,I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERS, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation.

If I observe any unusual significant hazard during my participation, I will remove myself from the hazard and bring the hazard to the attention of the nearest CCF official immediately and,I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS THE COTTONWOOD CANYONS FOUNDATION, their officials, board members, agents and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (RELEASEES), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss of damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

I authorize CCF to: take photographs and/or video clips for the purpose of production, whether by film, videotape, magnetic tape, digitally or otherwise; make copies of the photographs and recordings so made; use my likeness for the purposes of education, promotion or advertising of the programs and services of CCF. I extend this permission to legitimate partners of CCF. There will be no restrictions on the number of times my likeness may be used. Also, unless otherwise stated, there will be no restrictions to the geographical distribution of images.

I acknowledge that I am not to be compensated for the use of my image. I understand the terms described in this waiver. I am over 18 years of age and have the authority to sign this contract and grant the rights given under this waiver or if I am a minor my parent/guardian has signed below.

I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT.

By clicking "I Agree" you are electronically signing this CCF Volunteer Waiver.

I agree

Volunteer Rights and Responsibilities

Volunteers have the right to:

- Be given assignments that they are capable of carrying out.

- Receive adequate training and support in order to fulfill their role successfully.

- Feel like their time is being valued.

- Contribute ideas and suggestions that could potentially improve their program or role.

Volunteers have the responsibility to:

- Represent CCF and uphold its NON-POLITICAL stance in a professional and appropriate manner.

- Bring questions, concerns, and problems directly to a member of CCF staff, so that they can be properly addressed.

- Recognize that CCF has the right to dismiss a volunteer for inappropriate behavior, after careful and justifiable review.

Background Checks

Some volunteer positions with CCF require background checks, specifically positions where volunteers come in contact with vulnerable populations, such as children. If the position you are volunteering for requires a background check, you will be contacted to provide your personal information.

By clicking "I Agree" you are electronically signing that you understand and agree to the Volunteer Rights and Responsibilities.

I agree

Job Hazards Analysis (JHA) ▼

Please read the following 2024 JHA (Job Hazards Analysis):

I have read and understood the Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and am hereby signing it electronically.

I agree

301b Volunteer Service Agreement ▼

Please read the following 301b Volunteer Service Agreement:

Volunteer's Date of Birth

If you are signing up for your minor child, please enter their (volunteer) date of birth

I understand the health and physical condition requirements for this position, and I know of no medical condition or physical limitation that may adversely affect my (or my minor's child) ability to provide this service.

Yes
No

I consent to being photographed, and to the release of my photographic image.

Yes
No

If you are signing up for your minor child, this consent will apply to them as well

Parent/Guardian Signing for a minor child

Please select here if you are a parent/guardian signing for your minor volunteering child (under 18)

Name of the parent/guardian signing for a minor child:

First

Last

I have read and understood the 301b Volunteer Service Agreement (Plant Stewardship Volunteer, Group Leader: Ella Abelli-Amen, AGREEMENT# (OF-301A box21): 25-VS-110419001-0003, OMB Control Number 1093-0006), and am hereby signing it electronically.

I agree

Electronic Signature ▼

I am hereby signing all the above:

Clear Signature

Volunteer's signature, or parent's/guardian's signature if a volunteer is under 18. Please sign in the box using your computer mouse or your touch screen.

Your electronic signature will be saved on our records with today's date and time stamp.

Once you click on the Submit button below, you will be automatically directed to the Add Activity Dates form, and a confirmation email will be sent to you. Thank you!