Volunteer application form

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Volunteer activity

Campsite hosts are needed at Ottos/Macdonalds Campsite from November 2021 to the end of April 2022.

You will need to stay for two weeks or longer, and start and end your stay on a Monday.

Let us know below if there are specific date(s) you would like to apply for.

Contact details

Full name (as on passport)

Preferred name

Phone

Mobile

Address

Personal details

Are you at least 18 years old? Yes No

Country of residence

Emergency contact

Contact name

Contact phone number

For international volunteers, add a New Zealand contact if available:

Contact name

Contact number:

Medical conditions

For my own health and safety, the following pre-existing medical conditions, allergies or past injuries and special dietary needs are for DOC to note.

Enter if applicable:

Do you give consent to have your medical information shared with your nominated emergency contact? Yes No

Fitness

Volunteer activities span a range of fitness levels. Some activities may be specific in their requirements (as outlined in the task description).

My fitness level is: Low - I can easily walk up to 2 hours over flat ground Medium - I can comfortably walk with 5 kg pack up to 4 hours over uneven ground High - I am capable of walking with 10 kg pack up to 6 hours over uneven ground Very high - I am experienced at walking consecutive days with 10+ kg pack over steep, rough terrain

Licences/certificates

Current licences/certificates held by me relevant to the volunteering activity I am applying for:

Note that a first aid certificate is preferable for this role.

Drivers:

First aid:

Others:

Relevant skills and experience

Skills and experience I offer: Backcountry navigation Knowledge of New Zealand flora Knowledge of New Zealand fauna Hut/campground warden Environmental education Able to relate to a range of people in a friendly manner Conversant in English Other (list below)

My previous conservation volunteering experience is: With Department of Conservation (list previous dates and place below) With other conservation or environmental organisations At other organised events Limited, but keen to participate

Previous date and place volunteering for DOC:

Additional comments relevant to my application:

In order for your application to be accepted you need to upload a letter of reference below or send it to swcamphost@doc.govt.nz

Letter of reference

I am aware that I need to provide my own accommodation (bus, caravan, tent). Yes