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Our City Forest Community Planting

About this event

This planting will take place at R F Kennedy Elementary School located at 1602 Lucretia Ave, San Jose, CA 95122

COVID- 19 Protocols: You should not report to your volunteer shift if you are feeling ill or are showing any symptoms of COVID-19.

Disclaimer: At this volunteer event, you may be working with individuals who may be unvaccinated. Please use your discretion in taking the proper precautions.

***All first time volunteers must submit a Volunteer Waiver & Release form and a Self Certification Vaccination Status form. If you have submitted these forms within the past year, you do not need to submit another.

  • Volunteers 18 and older must submit a Volunteer Waiver and Release Form and Vaccination Form.

  • Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian complete the Volunteer Waiver and Release Form and Vaccination Form.

  • Volunteers under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to volunteer.

Forms can be submitted electronically to volunteer@ourcityforest.org, or brought with you to your volunteer shift. Printed copies will also be available at the event, if needed.

What to Bring to Volunteer:

  • Closed-toed shoes (No crocs, sandals, flats, etc. White shoes NOT recommended)

  • Proper work clothing that can get dirty (long pants are recommended, but make sure your attire is weather appropriate)

  • Appropriate sun or rain protection (Sunscreen, Hat, Rain jacket, etc.)

  • Water! Please bring plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated throughout your volunteer shift)

  • Recommended: Gardening-type gloves

If you arrive at your shift without the above items, you may be turned away from volunteering due to safety reasons.

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