Girls Forward Application

Girls Forward Application

Please fill out all sections below
Application Form

*Youth must be at least 12 years old by start of program to apply (and 18 years old at most).

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Full name of applicant*

First NameLast Name
Age as of June 1 (year of program applying for):*
She/HerHe/HimThey/ThemPrefer Not to AnswerOther
Referral Source/How did you hear about us?*
Place of Residence*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
YesNoPrefer not to answer
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please select from list below:
Activities

This program will run for 5 weeks (every Tuesday in June, 2026) with a variety of activities including 2 days of mountain biking, 2 days of hiking, and 1 day of indoor rock climbing. Please tell us about your experience with these activities below:
Are you a first time rock climber?*
If you responded 'No' the previous question, please tell us how many days' of climbing experience you have and how long ago?
Are you a first time mountain biker?*
If you responded 'No' the previous question, please tell us how many days' of mountain biking experience you have and how long ago?
Are you available every Tuesday evening in June?*
Please list any known conflicts with these days:*
In your own words, please explain why you would like to participate in the Girls Forward program.*
RENTAL INFORMATION: Please enter youth's height, weight, shirt and shoe size (for supply and rental purposes):*
PICK UP LOCATION: Are you able to meet at one of our central pick-up locations - West Kelowna Xtreme Theatre parking lot (beside Dairy Queen), Orchard Park Mall (beside bus loop), Rutland Shell (Hwy 33 and Gerstmar), or Rutland 7-11 (Hwy 33 and Rutland Rd) for transport to the mountain?*
Parent/Guardian Email Address (this is where we will send notice of acceptance into the program and program information once accepted)*
example@example.com
I give permission to Elevation Outdoors to contact me about future programs and opportunities that come available.*
Youth's Email Address (optional - only complete if you would also like communication sent to the participant as well)
example@example.com
PERMISSION TO ELEVATION OUTDOORS & GIRLS FORWARD FOUNDATION: I give permission for Elevation Outdoors Experiential Programs Association and Girls Forward Foundation to photograph, film, or record me/my child during program activities and events. I understand that these images, audio, and videos may be used by Elevation Outdoors and Girls Forward Foundation to promote its programs and mission. I agree that these materials may be used in various formats, including but not limited to print materials, online publications, websites, presentations, reports, and social media platforms. No personal identifying information (such as names) will be shared publicly without additional permission.PERMISSION TO ELEVATION OUTDOORS' COMMUNITY PARTNERS: I give permission for Elevation Outdoors to share images or recordings with community partners, sponsors, funders, or media outlets for the purpose of promoting Elevation Outdoors and its programs, provided that such use is consistent with the organization’s mission and values. No personal identifying information (such as names) will be shared publicly without additional permission.
PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE - Parent/Guardian Signature

Clear
I understand that I may withdraw the above consent at any time by providing written notice to Elevation Outdoors, although withdrawal will not apply to materials already produced or distributed.
CONTACTING YOUTH: Elevation Outdoors has permission to contact my child by phone (text or call) to confirm program attendance and to communicate with as need arises, during or between program dates. If you do not want this - leave this section blank.

Area CodePhone Number
Waivers & Forms

Please read all the information below. For your application to be considered, all of the waivers/forms at the links below must also be completed on the same day as this application. Please copy/click on the link below, so you have them open in separate tabs to be able to complete them after this application is submitted, thanks!
The following waivers/forms must be completed in order for your application to be considered:
1. Elevation Outdoors Hiking Waiver (link here)
2. Beyond the Crux Rock Climbing Waiver (link here)
3. Elevation Outdoors Mountain Bike Waiver (link here)
4. Girls Forward Media Waiver (download and complete the PDF below and email to programs@elevationoutdoors.ca)
Click the download button on the PDF viewer below, fill out (via Adobe or print and sign), and email to programs@elevationoutdoors.ca
Participants Medical Form

Please fill out all the requested information
Participants Name*

First NameLast Name
Participants Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Parent/Guardians Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardians Phone number - Provide preferred contact number*

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/Guardians Alternate Phone number - provide a second number to be reached at (Work, Home, Cell)

Area CodePhone Number
Emergency Contact - Provide who we should call in case we cannot reach you in case of emergencies.*

First NameLast Name
Emergency Contact Phone Number - Please provide the number of the person listed above.*

Area CodePhone Number
Medical History
Has you child ever suffered from Asthma?*
If Yes, please provide if they have medication and what it is/usage.
Does your child suffer from any allergies?*
If yes please list what they are and any medications they take, if it is anaphylactic and if they have an EpiPen.
NonePhobiasEpilepsyDiabetesBleeding DisordersHeart ConditionsMigranes/HeadachesSeeing DisordersHearing DisordersKnee/Ankle/Joint ProblemsConcussions (current or historic)
If you selected any of the above options, please provide more information about them below.
Please let us know what the issue is/was, any medications they are on, and best practices for managing it.
When was the participants last Tetanus shot?*
Answer as accurately as possible. If not within the last 10 years, participant may receive a tetanus injection by a medical officer if they receive a tetanus prone wound.
Is your child on any ongoing medications?*
Please provide details of medications, dosage, and frequency taken.
If you answered yes to the above question, do you give permission to your child to self administer these medications?
If no please explain.
Advil/Tylenol - pain/feverCold/Flu TabletsAntihistamine - bites/stings/allergiesNone
Does your child have any dietary restrictions (ie. vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, allergies, etc.)?*
Please indicate "N/A" or "NONE" if none
Is there anything about your child's situation that we need to be aware of in regards to his/her participation in this program? Is there anything that may impact others in the program we need to be aware of?*
Example - Behavioural, Dietary, or Medical concerns
In the case of accident or illness, I authorize the caregiver to administer first aid and/or be taken to the nearest emergency centre. I consent for my child to receive medical treatment. I consent that in the event of severe injury or illness the means of transportation may be ambulance at a cost to myself.*
Parent/Guardian Signature*

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I declare that the information which I have provided on this form is complete and correct and that I will notify the program if any changes occur. I authorize the facilitator who is with my child to consent, where it is impractical to communicate with me, for my child to receive such medical or surgical treatment as may be deemed necessary.
Date of Submission*

MonthDayYear
Date
Once your application and waivers are submitted, Elevation Outdoors will follow up with you to let you know if you have been accepted into the program or not. Please be aware we have 10 spots for each Girls Forward Program and some applicants may be waitlisted if more apply than there are spots available.

If this happens, we will do our best to get you into the next Girls Forward program.
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Girls Forward Application

Waivers & Forms

Participants Medical Form

Medical History