I, the undersigned volunteer for Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation, Inc. (WQW), state that I have read, understand, and agree to the following:
GENERAL PROVISIONS:
1) I understand and agree that there may be certain qualifications I must meet, including signing and accepting the Volunteer Handbook after being briefed on WQW’s policies and procedures before I commence as a volunteer.
2) My services to WQW are provided solely in a voluntary capacity, without any express or implied promise of compensation of any kind and further excludes any employment-related benefits, unemployment or health insurance, worker's compensation insurance, vacation, sick time or any other employment-related benefits or rights.
3) I have read, signed and agree to follow, the Volunteer Handbook and I will abide by the mission, rules, regulations, policies and programs of WQW while I am a volunteer. In particular, I fully understand that WQW expects high standards of conduct including respectful treatment of program participants, described in the Volunteer Handbook, as well as other volunteers participating in the program.
4) I fully understand that WQW retains sole discretion to accept and to place post-9/11 combat veterans and caregivers who participate in the WQW program. I also understand that WQW has selected each individual and determined his or her needs in order to participate in the program and it is not my place to question or judge the veteran, spouse, or caregiver’s right to participate in the program.
5) If my application to volunteer is accepted, I agree to serve as a volunteer for WQW.
6) I understand and agree that WQW’s website, internal files and records, including names and addresses of employees, volunteers, donors, veterans, applicants, membership lists and similar data are the sole exclusive property of WQW. The unauthorized disclosure of WQW property including written or electronically stored information, including misappropriation, changes, misuse or alterations, may constitute grounds for immediate dismissal.
7) I understand that WQW is not responsible for any illness or injury that I experience during my volunteer work. I hereby agree to release, indemnify and hold harmless WQW and its officers, directors, employees, other volunteers and agents from any and all claims, damages and liability arising from or related to my activities as a WQW volunteer.
8) I understand and agree that each individual program participant may have a variety of visible and invisible injuries and as such each individual will exhibit different behaviors and social interaction. Not all veterans will exhibit and experience the same bonding and closeness with others. I agree that I will be understanding and compassionate regarding the specific situation and needs of each individual participant.
9) I understand and agree that there can be inherent risks, including those described in the Montana Recreation Responsibility Act (27-1-751, MCA), associated with accompanying a participant throughout the program, including but not limited to, the process of fly fishing and fly fishing education, and the moving and transporting, boarding and exiting fishing boats both on and off of the water.
10) I understand and agree that WQW retains sole discretion to terminate my participation as a volunteer at any time without recourse. Upon termination of my services, voluntarily or otherwise, I will promptly return all WQW supplies, equipment, records, moneys, and other items in good, clean condition.FOR ANY VOLUNTEER TRANSPORTING A PROGRAM PARTICIPANT OR OTHERS
11) I understand that I am required to have a valid current Driver’s License and proof of insurance for the vehicle in use if I serve as a driver transporting WQW program participants, employees, staff or volunteers at any time during the program. I also understand that I must provide written proof of licensure and insurance when requested by WQW staff.
12) All personal vehicle(s) must be insured with the following minimum insurance coverage limits: $100,000 bodily injury per person; $300,000 bodily injury per accident and $100,000 for property damage per accident.