_{Rocky Mountain Wildlife Conservation Center, Inc. DBA The Wild Animal Sanctuary, (hereafter referred to as RMWCC) Volunteer Application & Hold Harmless Agreement.}

_{Thank you for your interest in helping the Animals at RMWCC! Please answer the following questions, so we can determine how your skills or talents can help the animals. Please read and complete this application and mail or bring it to the address listed at the bottom of this form.}

_{Name______________________________________________________________________________________Phone____________________________}

_{Address____________________________________________________________Email_____________________________________________________}

_{City___________________________________________________________________________State_________________Zip______________________}

_{As a volunteer applicant, I am willing to make a six-month commitment to the Sanctuary - as I realize significant training is required for me to perform specialized tasks. A $ 60 deposit is required (at the same time you submit this application) for all new volunteers in order to minimize losses by RMWCC when a volunteer fails to complete their required six-month term. However, the $ 60 deposit will be gladly refunded to all volunteers who successfully complete their six-month obligation. I want to join RMWCC’s community of Volunteers because:}

_{___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________}

_{I understand that as a volunteer I will be rotating through the Sanctuary's three main areas (1) Animal Care (2) Education and (3) Maintenance unless I have physical limitations pertaining to lifting heavy objects, strenuous work, or an inability to deal with extreme cold or excessive heat. _____YES _____NO}

_{In the event I checked the NO section – due to my limitations - I realize I will be assigned to Educational Duties only.}

_{Check the talent(s) or expertise you currently possess that will help the animals:}

_{On-site at the Sanctuary: ___Carpentry ___Landscaping ___Painting ___Electrical ___Welding ___Mechanical ___Cleaning ___Physical Strength ___Zoological Knowledge ___Medical Knowledge ___ Accounting ___Data Entry ___Fundraising ___Grant Writing ___Marketing ___Public Relations ___Special Events ___Mailings ___Artistic Skills ___Decorating ___Communications ___Computers ___ Web Design ___Educational Presentations ___Special Tours I also have the following Specific}

_{Skills: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________}

_{Off-site Tasks ___Speakers Bureau, (presentations to Rotary Clubs, School Groups, etc...) ___Do Errands, (like Pick Up Food) ___Work on the Fundraising Committee ___Help with other Special Projects ___ Grant Writing ___ Organize Special Events ___Do Computer work ___Web Site Design & Management____ Work on Mailings and assembly projects ___ Work on Cartridge Recycling Program}

_{I will volunteer at least 2 days a month ____YES ____NO}

_{Volunteers are required to combine work days to reach their 2 day minimum each month. Volunteers will be on a training and “trial” basis for up to the first two months of their volunteering – and will be notified if management feels they are unable to fulfill their duties and tasks within that initial time period.}

_{I fully` understand that all work performed for RMWCC is highly dangerous and completely unpaid, (however your volunteer mileage is tax deductible) and I will not be reimbursed for my time, or gifts to the Sanctuary – and by signing this agreement, I will hold harmless Rocky Mountain Wildlife Conservation Center, Inc., its Board of Directors, management staff, employees, volunteers, and animals from any and all liability in the event of personal injury or damage to my personal property, while I am at the Sanctuary, or participating in any activities, events, errands, or other duties for the organization whether it be on-site – or off-site.}

_{Signed______________________________________________________________________________________________Date____________________}

_{Witnessed by:_________________________________________________________________________________________Date___________________}

_{RMWCC is a fully accredited Sanctuary – and is State and Federally licensed to rescue and care for Captive Wildlife. We are grateful for your commitment to help us save, and care for some of the most magnificent creatures on Earth!}

_{MAIL SIGNED FORM and DEPOSIT TO:}

_{The Wild Animal Sanctuary CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE PDF VERSION}

_{1946 County Road 53}

_{Keenesburg, CO 80643}

_{Once we receive your application, our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to schedule your orientation class. All volunteers are required to attend an orientation class prior to scheduling or beginning their volunteer duties.}