Volunteer Application

First Descents receives a high number of volunteer applications each year and cannot guarantee any individual a spot on a program.

Most of our volunteer spots will be open and filled on a yearly basis beginning in February or March. If you are not selected for a program, you are eligible to be added to a waitlist for any last minute openings during the program season.

Minimum Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Applicants must be able to cover their cost of travel to the selected program.
Please make sure you understand the roles and expectations on our website before submitting an application. Applicants must be willing to perform the duties of their job and can expect to forgo getting on the water/rock with the participants when support is needed elsewhere.
If you are a returning participant who would like to volunteer at a program, First Descents requires alumni to wait one calendar year from their weeklong program before applying to be a volunteer. Please reach out to FDHQ for any questions about this policy.

Thank you for taking the time to apply to be a volunteer!

30. Volunteer Application Form

Personal Information

First Name

Last Name

How do you identify your gender?

Preferred Pronouns

What ethnicity/race do you identify as?

Date Of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)

Street Address:

City

State/Province/Region:

Postal/Zip Code:

Country:

Phone:

Email:

Company

Job Title

Volunteer Position

Please select the position you are applying for (please check all that apply):

Volunteer PhotographerGeneral Support VolunteerMedical Volunteer

Provider Level:

List license number(s):

Previous Experience

How did you learn about First Descents?

Please tell us about any previous volunteer experience with First Descents or other organizations

Please tell us why you would make a good volunteer on an FD program:

What are your expectations for being a volunteer on an FD program?

Please list all kayaking, climbing, surfing, or other applicable activity experience:

Please list all current Medical or teaching certificates (EMT, WFR, ACA, etc.)

If you are applying for a photography position, please indicate your level of experience/education. What type of equipment do you utilize?

Confirmation

I certify that if selected for a volunteer position, I will complete all required medical paperwork, waiver, background check, and volunteer agreement by the due date. I understand that by filling out this application I am not guaranteed a volunteer spot on any program. If selected, I promise to serve the participants and the needs of the program to the best of my ability.

Yes, I agree!No, I do not agree.

Contact Information

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Thank you for taking the time to apply to be a volunteer!

30. Volunteer Application Form

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