In case of emergency, I give permission to Blue Sky Acres to secure medical treatment including x-rays, surgery, hospitalization and medications.

I understand that the staff at Blue Sky Acres (BSA), including instructors and administrators, lead the activities that I participate in andI will follow their direction. I understand that from time to time the guidelines or rules may change and that BSA staff will inform me of those changes in a timely manner.

FARM RULES ______ (Initial)

1. Close all gates behind you
2. Return things to where you found them
3. If something is broken notify someone so it can be repaired
4. Blue Sky Acres is a non-smoking facility
5. Be respectful of everyone and remember our purpose
6. Inappropriate and/or abusive behavior towards the horses will not be tolerated
7. Inappropriate behavior and/or abusive language and behavior in general will not be tolerated
8. All cell phones should be turned off or switched to vibrate while onsite.
9. No one is to bring drugs or alcohol on-site, and anyone thought to be under the influence or any drugs or alcohol will beasked to leave the site immediately. Failure to comply will result in the police being contacted to assist with removal of theoffending party

DISCHARGE POLICY ______ (Initial)

Unfortunately, volunteering is not an appropriate activity for everyone, and Blue Sky Acres reserves the right to decline ordiscontinue volunteer service for individuals who do not follow or respect the organization's policies. Volunteers are expected toabide by the stated code of conduct, and failure to do so will result in dismissal. This may include, but is not limited to, repeatedinappropriate attire, unsafe behavior that endangers self or others, inappropriate language or actions, misuse of property or horses,disrespect toward participants or staff, breach of confidentiality, or continual disregard for authority. These are examples and not anexhaustive list of actions that may lead to discharge.

Additionally, Blue Sky Acres reserves the right to dismiss any volunteer whose behavior, actions, or circumstances—regardless ofintent—are determined to pose a risk to the safety, well-being, or mission of the organization. This includes situations where there isdocumented evidence of concerning behavior that could compromise the safety of others, animals, or property i.e. a police report.

CONFIDENTIALITY POLICY ______ (Initial)

I acknowledge that all BSA participants & their families have a right to privacy that gives them control over the dissemination ofmedical and other sensitive information. I agree to keep confidential all such medical, social and personal information.

DRESS CODE ______ (Initial)

We ask that you dress neatly in comfortable but appropriate clothing. Closed-toed shoes are required in order to volunteer and bootsare preferable. Avoid baggy clothing and dangly jewelry as they can obstruct your work and become a safety hazard. If you arewearing clothing with graphics or language deemed inappropriate by the staff, you may be asked to cover it up. Please avoid low cutor midriff-baring tops, short shorts and low hanging pants. Our goal is to promote a safe and focused environment for all of ourparticipants, so please keep that in mind when dressing for your volunteer time. Many of our volunteers choose to wear BSA shirts,which is highly encouraged.

VOLUNTEER ABSENCE POLICY ______ (Initial)

While we appreciate our volunteers and would not be able to operate BSA without them, we ask that volunteers notify BSA Staff atleast 24 hours in advance if they know they cannot fulfill the volunteer commitment they signed up for. This allows BSA time to find avolunteer replacement.

COMMUNITY REPRESENTATION POLICY ______ (Initial)

Volunteers are encouraged to promote Blue Sky Acres in the community. However, I understand that no volunteer may represent,commit or obligate Blue Sky Acres without the express permission of the Executive Director, Program Director or other individual asdesignated by the Board of Directors.

 I am volunteering my services to Blue Sky Acres willingly and without expectation of compensation. I understand that myparticipation is at my own risk.

● I acknowledge that volunteering at Blue Sky Acres may involve working around horses, farm equipment, and outdoorenvironments that carry inherent risks, including but not limited to injury from animal behavior, physical exertion, uneventerrain, and weather conditions. I accept and assume full responsibility for any injury, illness, damage, or loss that may resultfrom my participation.

● I, for myself, my heirs, executors, and assigns, hereby release and hold harmless Blue Sky Acres, its officers, directors,employees, volunteers, and agents from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related tomy volunteer activities.