High Sierra TrailCrew
High Sierra TrailCrew

Online Trail Crew Registration ID Form

Please be aware the High Sierra Volunteer Trail Crew & US Forest Service requires sign-ups to be online only. Our data base does not recognize more than one name on a submission form.

ONE PERSON PER FORM SUBMISSION PLEASE!

 

First Name    
Last Name  
Address  
City  
State  
Zip Code  
Day Phone   Example:559 222 1234
Night Phone  
E-mail Address  
Gender   Male     Female

Race*

  White    Black       US Indian    Asian     Hispanic  
  Other 
  *Ethnic information is required in order to qualify for government grants.
 
Age  

Hiking and Backpacking Experience 

Have you ever  hiked before?

  Yes    No

If yes, your average hike is:

 

Can you do extended backpacking trips of 25 miles or more?

  Yes     No
 

Special Dietary Requirements

 

Do you have any food allergies?

 

Do you have any dietary restrictions?

 

Are you a Vegetarian?
Please provide suggestions for alternative menu choices:
 

 

Medical Information

 Emergency contact information; please submit 2 people:
 Name#1
 Address:
 Phone:
 Name#2
 Address:
 Phone:
 
Do you have any physical disabilities or prior injuries which may affect your participation in this activity?  Enter "none" of none. Please explain: 
 
Are you currently taking any medication for an illness, disability or other medical condition such as DIABETES or HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Enter "none" if none.  Please list ALL medications:
(This information is absolutely critical; different medications react differently at higher altitudes. CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR about the side effects of high altitudes!!)
Please list any known allergies to plants, insects or medications such as PENICILLIN.
 When was your last tetanus shot?
Example: Jan 1998
The following polices have been established for pets that attend HSVTC events. These policies must be adhered to or you will be asked to leave the event.
  • All dogs must have proof of current rabies vaccination
  • All dogs must be on leash while in base camp, around the campfire
  • No dogs will be allowed in kitchens, cooking areas and food serving locations
  • Any dog that exhibits any anti-social behavior towards volunteers, forest service employees or other persons, the Owner will be immediately instructed to remove the pet from the location, and restrained until they are instructed that restraining is no longer needed
  • The care and feeding of any pets is totally the responsibility of the Owner
  • The possession or presence of weapons and firearms is strictly prohibited on our activities in the absence of special advance approval - written permission from Shane Krogen and a review and approval of the HSVTC, Board of Directors, US Forest Service, State of California, and local Sheriffs department approval. This approval process takes up to 6 months to complete.


Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risks and Hazards

In this Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risks and Hazards, the HSVTC will set forth some of the risks and hazards that are present due to your participation in these activities. The list below does not cover all potential risks or hazards but is intended to be illustrative of those risks and hazards and to make sure you understand that the activities do entail risks and hazards some of which may not be forseen by HSVTC. In reading and agreeing to this Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risks and Hazards or by participating in the activities, you are voluntarily assuming any and all risks attendant to your participation in these activities whether specifically listed herein or not. If you are not willing to voluntarily assume these risks, we regret that you may not participate in the activities.

1) The presence of weather conditions which may result in becoming wet or cold, injured or exposed to the elements and hypothermia, heat or sun related injuries or illnesses including sunburn, sunstroke, or dehydration, fatigue, chill and/or dizziness, which may diminish my/our reaction time and increase the risk of an accident.

2) The presence of personal conditions or symptoms, such as impaired balance, diminished physical coordination, reduced ability to properly operate equipment, and reduced ability to follow instructions.

3) The risks associated with travel to project sites as well as travel within project sites and areas. This travel may include Volunteer’s own vehicles as well as USFS vehicles.

4) The presence of wildlife such as mountain lions, bear, deer, snakes, insects and other life forms, poisonous or toxic plants such as Poison Oak and Ivy. Contamination of water which may result in illnesses from giardia, bacteria, and other protozoan cysts.

5) Risk of delayed access to medical treatment due to considerations of distance, terrain, weather conditions, or other factors foreseen or unforeseen.

Although I fully understand the above I also understand that while I participate in these events that the participants will be considered federal employees for the purpose of tort claims and compensation for work injuries.

Very Important! By typing yes in the box below I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to voluntarily assume any and all risks of the activities and specifically acknowledge that this may include assuming risks and hazards currently not forseen by HSVTC. Further, in voluntarily assuming these risks and hazards, I agree to release and hold harmless HSVTC, its Board of Directors, employees and officers, the United States Forest Service, its employees and agents, and any other participating governmental agency and its employees and agents from any claims or losses due to injury, illness, loss of work time or any other damages that may result from the risks and hazards of the activities.

I understand and accept the foregoing: (Please type: yes in lower case)