Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Mote Marine Laboratory during the Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master Sandsculpting Competition. The Crystal Classic benefits sea turtle research, rehabilitation, and conservation programs at Mote.

The Crystal Classic takes place Friday, Nov. 11, to Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016. To sign up to volunteer, please fill out the form below, including the times, days and job duties you hope to fulfill. Each volunteer must fill out their own application. One application cannot be used for two or more volunteers. 

Please note: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. No exceptions will be made. Volunteers ages 15-18 should NOT use this form to sign up. Instead, those ages 15-18 should contact the Office of Volunteer Resources directly at volcoordinator@mote.org or (941) 388-4441, ext. 438.

Weather: This event will take place rain or shine. All Volunteers are required to report for their assigned shift regardless of weather conditions.

Dress Code: Volunteers should dress for the weather, rain or shine. Event Volunteer T-shirts and wristbands must be worn and visible at all times during your shift. Tennis shoes are recommended for positions that are not located on the sand. Sunscreen is recommended for all positions.

Volunteer "Perks": Volunteers will receive a T-shirt and a special wristband allowing free admission for the entire duration of the event, Nov. 11-15, 2016.

**VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR AN EVENT VOLUNTEER T-SHIRT AND WRISTBAND WHILE VOLUNTEERING. Please select your t-shirt size, keeping in mind that shirts are unisex and may shrink

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Please provide the name and contact info for someone we should contact in case of emergency.

Volunteer Commitment, Liability, & Safety

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Being a Mote volunteer is a position of significant importance to Mote Marine Laboratory with associated responsibilities. Each volunteer is asked to agree to the standards we have set to assure that their intentions as a volunteer are in alliance with Mote's mission. Please check each box to acknowledge that you have read and agree to the standards listed below.

I realize that by agreeing to be a volunteer for Mote Marine Laboratory, I am making a commitment to a position that requires both responsibility and accountability. I agree to report for my assigned shifts and to meetings on a punctual and consistent basis and to perform to the best of my abilities. I will notify my supervisor of any absences with as much lead time as possible. I understand that my performance as a Mote Marine Laboratory Volunteer is subject to review by appropriate Mote staff. I realize that unsatisfactory performance may result in change of assignment or termination of my participation in Mote's volunteer program.

I do hereby assume the risk of all dangerous conditions in and about the property of MML or its event sites; waive any and all specific notice of the existence of dangerous conditions; and indemnify and hold harmless Mote Marine Laboratory, its trustees, officers, agents, or employees from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, debts, claims, demands or other liability of any kind or nature whatsoever which may arise, whether caused by ordinary negligence or otherwise. I intend that this agreement shall serve as a release, waiver, and assumption of risk and shall bind any person or entity making a claim based upon my rights or on my behalf, including, but not limited to, my heirs, executor, assigns, or members of my family. If any portions of this release are found invalid, the balance shall remain in full force and effect.

I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any volunteer relationship with Mote Marine Laboratory is of an "at will" nature, which means that the volunteer may resign at any time and Mote Marine Laboratory may discontinue the relationship with the volunteer at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by the Chief Executive Officer of Mote Marine Laboratory.

I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application as may be necessary.

Volunteer Service

Volunteers for this event may be standing for long periods of time in hot sun or rain and may be walking on sandy, uneven surfaces. Please take this into consideration when choosing a volunteer position.

Check the boxes below to sign up for shifts within your preferred area of service. *Please note: Checking any box or boxes below indicates your commitment to the shift(s) you have chosen. You can only volunteer in ONE area per shift time, so please do not sign up to work multiple areas at the same time. If you are unsure of your schedule at this time, we encourage you to submit your registration form at a later date.

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Welcome and re-admit visitors, answer questions. Direct beachgoers to pay admission at the admissions tent.

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Sell admission to the event, stamp visitor hands, answer questions

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Sell water to visitors and help answer questions about the sculptures and artists due to proximity to sand sculptures. Provide change to guests for "People's Choice" sculpture voting.

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Check age identification, pour and distribute beer, wine, and water; provide change for guests. Volunteers must be of legal age to distribute alcohol.

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Make announcements or hold signs to identify timing of event activities, answer questions and help direct guests to activities from a stationary post or roaming area to interact with guests.

Simply want to volunteer at the Crystal Classic?

Check this box if you have open availability and would like for our volunteer coordinator to contact you to confirm open shifts.

Please double-check these dates and times and record them on your calendar. In the coming weeks, you will receive confirmation emails from skcc@mote.org with final details regarding the event and your volunteer shifts. Please simply email Jamie Jalwan, volunteer coordinator for the Siesta Key Crystal Classic, via skcc@mote.org with any questions regarding your volunteer application.

Stay tuned for emails from Mote Marine Laboratory with news and updates about the Siesta Key Crystal Classic and additional Mote activities.

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