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South Simcoe Streams Network (SSSN)--Shoutout for Volunteers -- 2026 Community Tree Planting Events

*REGISTRATION:
All volunteers must be registered. To do so, please fill out this survey that includes event information and waiver release. If there is more than one person over the legal age of 18 in your household that plans to come, please have them fill out a separate survey.
*Please note registration closes one day prior to the event*
1.Contact Information(Required.)
2.Full Name of All Dependents attending (Under 18). If none, put N/A
3.Are you part of a group or organization? Please name Organization, Group and/or Group Leader; if not put 'no'
4.DATE AND LOCATION:
Check off your volunteer date(s). A location map will be forwarded to you closer to the event. Note that registration closes one day prior to the listed event date.
5.GENERAL WAIVER FOR ADULT PARTICIPANT (18 YEARS AND OVER):
By participating in your chosen event(s), you acknowledge that:
  • There is a potential risk of injury for which the South Simcoe Streams Network (SSSN), Nottawasaga Futures, its partners and the landowner assume no liability.
  • Health and Safety protocols are in place; however, organizers assume no liability for personal wellness.
Check applicable box(Required.)
6.PARENT/GUARDIAN GENERAL WAIVER FOR DEPENDENTS (under 18):
By having dependents participate in your chosen event(s), you acknowledge that:
  • There is a potential risk of injury for which the South Simcoe Streams Network (SSSN), Nottawasaga Futures, its partners and the landowner assume no liability;
  • Health and Safety protocols are in place; however, organizers assume no liability for personal wellness.

Check applicable box(Required.)
7.EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:(Required.)
8.PHOTO AND VIDEO CONSENT: I consent to my photo/video being taken to promote SSSN and partner events and programs with the understanding that no personal names will be tagged unless permission is received.
9.VOLUNTEER PREPARATION & SAFETY TIPS FOR EVENT:
Come prepared for rain or shine. Except for severe weather, we are set for planting activities near a watercourse. Standard time commitment for the event is three hours, starting with orientation. Please arrive at the site ten minutes early, if possible.

List of things to bring
  • Work gloves
  • Water for hydration
  • Snack
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Bug repellent and sunscreen
  • Tools such as a shovel will be supplied but bringing your own is preferred. Remember to ID it!
List of things to wear
  • Safety shoes, rubber boots or other sturdy footwear (no sandals or open toe shoes)
  • Long-sleeved shirt and pants (no shorts) to protect against bugs like ticks and plants that can cause rash
  • Hat, jacket for rain/sun protection.
(Required.)
10.STUDENT COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS:
SSSN Events are approved for students seeking community service hours. When bringing the form, the student’s full name, school, date, and volunteer activity (i.e., Tree Planting) should already be filled out. Please bring your filled out form to the event to be signed.
11.Thank you for volunteering. Did you find this registration easy to fill out?