4/11/26 Water Quality Monitoring Hike Sign-Up

Water Quality Monitoring in the Hellen Creek Nature & Wildlife Preserve

Saturday, April 11th, 2026, in Lusby, MD. Volunteers needed 7:30am - 2pm.
Join us on April 11 for a day of participatory science at Hellen Creek!

CPNHT is looking for 2-4 volunteers to help us sample six stream sites to monitor water quality within the Hellen Creek Watershed. Attendees will participate in hands-on monitoring and learn about watershed stewardship while supporting Calvert County’s annual Water Quality Blitz!

As of now, you can sign up only one person at a time using this form.

If you are bringing guests to the hike, please send them this form to complete. Minors will need to complete the form with a parent or guardian.

Copy/paste this link & send to your guests:

https://form.jotform.com/brucewfall/41126-water-quality-monitoring-hike
Volunteer Day Information
Date: Saturday, April 11th
Time: 7:30am - 2pm
Route: Participants will take intermediate-level hiking routes, including uneven trails through trees and brush. See map below for more specific route information.
Please Wear: Knee boots or waterproof shoes, long sleeves/pants, sunscreen, insect repellent
Please Bring: Water, bagged lunch
Rain Date: If it rains heavily the day or two before April 11, the Blitz will be moved to the following Saturday, April 18. In that case, CPNHT will contact you to let you know.
Attendee Information

Please provide us with your contact information.
Name*

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Age Range
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I prefer to print my waiver, complete and sign it, and bring it with me to the guided hike.I prefer to complete and sign my waiver online using this form.
Additional Attendee Information

For the purposes of completing the required waiver, please provide us with additional contact information. We will not use your personal information for any other reason, or share it with anyone else.
- Attendee Address*
  
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- Emergency Contact Name *
  
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- Activity Description
- Participation may include hiking, trail maintenance, nature education, light cleanup, or similar activities on conservation lands managed by the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust (CPNHT). These areas may include uneven ground, fallen branches, insects, wildlife, and other natural hazards.
- Acknowledgement of Risk and Release of Liability
- I understand that participation in activities on CPNHT properties involves inherent risks, including but not limited to tripping, slipping, falling, insect bites, allergic reactions, contact with plants or wildlife, and exposure to changing weather conditions. I acknowledge that the terrain may include hills, uneven surfaces, and forested areas with limited trail infrastructure.
  
  By signing below, I voluntarily assume all risks associated with my participation and release, waive, and discharge the Cove Point Natural Heritage Trust, its officers, directors, employees, and volunteers from any and all liability, claims, or damages arising from injury, illness, or property loss occurring during my visit or volunteer activity, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
  
  I certify that I am physically capable of safely participating in the activities for which I am registering. I grant CPNHT permission to use photographs or videos of my participation for educational and promotional purposes.
  
  If signing for a minor, I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian and accept full responsibility for the participant"s safety and conduct.
- Printed Name *
  
  First NameLast Name
- Date*
  
  MonthDayYear
  Date
- Signature*
- Complete if participant is under 18 years old:
  
  Parent or guardian must remain with minor throughout activity
- Parent/Guardian Name
  
  First NameLast Name
- Date
  
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  Date
- Signature
- To print out your waiver, click the printer icon at the top right corner:
- Please remember to sign your waiver and bring it with you to the guided hike.
  
  Thank you!
- Please click "Submit" to complete your sign-up.
  
  We look forward to seeing you at the hike!
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Water Quality Monitoring in the Hellen Creek Nature & Wildlife Preserve

Volunteer Day Information

Attendee Information

Additional Attendee Information

Activity Description

Acknowledgement of Risk and Release of Liability

Complete if participant is under 18 years old:

Please click "Submit" to complete your sign-up.