ACUSA Volunteer Work Parties Registration Form

ACUSA Volunteer Workparties 2026 Season

ACUSA knows that not every participant can afford the time or the cost of joining a traditional program. We also know that without volunteers, we could not do all the things we need to get done. Volunteer Workparties help bridge this gap for both participants and our organization. Join us for short day or weekend trips where we go to Greens Island to do maintenance on our Gigs and complete seasonal island projects. These are hands-on, collaborative programs combining boat maintenance, trail work, and time together on the island.
Work Projects

Projects will be different for each program but could include:

Boat Maintenance
- Leathering oar ports
- Repairs
- Sanding, Painting, and varnishing of boats and/or Oars
Island Projects
- Trail cleanup and tree work
- Reconnect/dismanteling the float to the Stone Pier
- Infrastructure work including bench/seating building
- General cleanup
- Debris and trash cleanup
Participant Responsibilities:

Transportation:
- Volunteers purchase their own Rockland to Vinalhaven ferry tickets, one way or R/T depending on program:
  - Please visit the Maine Ferry Service website for up-to-date ticket prices: https://www.maine.gov/dot/programs-services/ferry/vinalhaven-ferry
Food:
- Bring your own lunch for the ferry to Vinalhaven
- For overnight programs, AC will provide :
  - Saturday dinner
  - Sunday breakfast and coffee and tea
  - Sunday lunch
What to Bring:
- Tent and sleeping gear (or plan to sleep indoors if you do not have a tent, see lodging options below)
- Work clothes & sturdy footwear
- Rain gear and warm layers
- Water bottle, bowl, mug, spoon
- Personal items, medications and toiletries
- Tools if you have them - loppers for trail clearing, chainsaw (if you are experienced with it), work gloves
AC will provide: first aid kits, toilet paper, soap, painting supplies, leathering supplies, and most meals for overnight parties

Lodging Options:

Participants May:
- Camp in tents, or
- Sleep indoors* priority for folks who do not have a tent:
  - Powderhole — 4 people comfortably
  - Yurt — 2 people
  - Sauna — 2 people
*Priority will be given to those without a tent

Participant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Participant's Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Preferred Pronouns*

She/HerHe/HimThey/ThemOther
Emergency Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Emergency Contact Relationship to Participant*
Emergency Contact Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Emergency Contact Email
example@example.com
Alternate Emergency Contact Name, Relationship to Participant, and Phone Number
What Workparties Would You Like To Attend?*

Overnight, July 25-26
Would you like to be added to our Newsletter list?*

Yes, please!Not right now

MINOR (Aged 17 and under) Acknowledgment of Risk Agreement, Youth Protection, Photo Release, and Authorized Pick-up List

Have a parent or guardian complete and sign these forms.
Minor Participant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian's Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Relationship to Participant*
Agreements of Release and Indemnity:

I give permission for the minor participant to participate in Atlantic Challenge USA and/or Traditional Small Craft Association programs, and to be transported by boat, car, bus, airplane, or train in connection with Atlantic Challenge USA activities, by Atlantic Challenge USA personnel or volunteers in their own or other vehicles.

I understand that there is a risk of serious injury or death when the participant is transported by boat, car, bus, airplane, or train, in connection with the program.

I give permission to Atlantic Challenge USA personnel to give the participant first aid and CPR in accordance with their training and to seek medical attention if needed.

I understand that all activities are subject to inherent and dangerous risks, including but not limited to: sudden changes in weather, wind, and waves; unexpected motion of the vessel, slippery and uneven decks; tripping hazards; pinching of and damaging body parts, including possible breaks, and dismemberments, blows to the head, hyperthermia or hypothermia; falling in the water which is very cold; and capsize; instability getting in and out of boats; and hazards on the docks, or other areas adjacent to the boating area; collision with other boats, or fixed objects, and mistakes in handling of boats and equipment, which may cause bodily injury or dismemberment, or death.

The Undersigned, on behalf of their minor child, does hereby acknowledge the inherent risk of participating in activities, events, and programs organized or sponsored by Atlantic Challenge USA and the Traditional Small Craft Association, Inc..

The Undersigned assumes full risk for death, property damage or bodily injury as the result of the Undersigned's minor child(ren)'s participation in any of Atlantic Challenge USA's activities, events, and programs.
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Youth Protection:
To ensure the safety of minor participants, we will follow these rules.
1. For any program over 72 hours long, adults over 18, including staff, agree to participate in a background check provided by Atlantic Challenge USA.
2. There will be no one-on-one alone time between an adult and a minor.
3. There will be no photographing or filming where privacy is most needed: while changing clothes, inside tents and sleeping areas, or in bathrooms, and showering areas.
4. Sleeping: Any tent sharing will be established and made known to the instructors before the start of the program. Minors sharing a tent must be no more than two years apart, unless the minor is choosing to share a tent with their parent, legal guardian or sibling. Solo tenting is welcome. In the case that the entire crew is sleeping on the boat, or in a single room together in a building, two instructors will be present and establish distinctive, and as separate as possible, areas for adults and minors to sleep.
If the Code of Conduct and Youth Protection rules are broken, the participant may be expelled from the program.
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Photo Release:

I give permission for Atlantic Challenge USA, Traditional Small Craft Association, Inc., and others to use photographs, audio and video of my minor participant participating in Atlantic Challenge USA activities for publicity, news releases, and other purposes related to Atlantic Challenge USA.

Note: If you are not comfortable with our use of media in which your minor participant appears, you are not required to sign this release. However, doing so enables us to share our good work and mission with others who are interested.
Signature
Authorized Pick-Up List:
Please provide the names and phone numbers for individuals you authorize to pick-up your Minor Participant from Atlantic Challenge USA programs. If you wish for your Minor Participant to be able to transport themselves home from the program drop off, please write "self transport/walker".*
By signing below you are acknowlding that Atlantic Challenge USA will only release a Minor Participant to an individual listed on this form. Adult leaders, staff, and administrators will have access to these documents. Any request to make an addition or modification to this list must be made in writing by the minor’s parent or guardian. IDs will be checked in any instance where the pick up adult is not recognized by or known to the staff member releasing the minor. Photo ID can be a driver’s license, state ID, passport, school/work ID, military ID, green card, visitor’s visa.
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date

ADULT (aged 18 and up) Participant Waiver,Youth Protection, and Photo Release

Sign these forms
Agreements of Release and Indemnity:

I agree to be transported by boat, car, bus, airplane, or train in connection with Atlantic Challenge USA activities, by Atlantic Challenge USA personnel or volunteers in their own or other vehicles. I understand that there is a risk of serious injury or death when I am transported by boat, car, bus, airplane, or train, in connection with the program. I give permission to Atlantic Challenge USA personnel to give me first aid and CPR in accordance with their training and to seek medical attention if needed.

I understand that all activities led by Atlantic Challenge USA are subject to inherent and dangerous risks, including but not limited to: sudden changes in weather, wind, and waves; unexpected motion of the vessel, slippery and uneven decks; tripping hazards; pinching of and damaging body parts, including possible breaks, and dismemberments, blows to the head, hyperthermia or hypothermia; falling in the water which is very cold; and capsize; instability getting in and out of boats; and hazards on the docks, or other areas adjacent to the boating area; collision with other boats, or fixed objects, and mistakes in handling of boats and equipment, which may cause bodily injury or dismemberment, or death.

Understanding the risks involved, I assume responsibility for all risks on the water and land associated with participating in such activities. I hereby hold harmless, waive, release, and indemnify Atlantic Challenge USA, Traditional Small Craft Association, Inc., and their agents, employees, and volunteers from all liability, costs and damages, including those grounded in negligence, and including for personal injuries or property damage, that arises from my participation in any such events, and programs.
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Youth Protection:
To ensure the safety of minor participants, we will follow these rules.
1. For any program over 72 hours long, adults over 18, including staff, agree to participate in a background check provided by Atlantic Challenge USA.
2. There will be no one-on-one alone time between an adult and a minor.
3. There will be no photographing or filming where privacy is most needed: while changing clothes, inside tents and sleeping areas, or in bathrooms, and showering areas.
4. Sleeping: Any tent sharing will be established and made known to the instructors before the start of the program. Minors sharing a tent must be no more than two years apart, unless the minor is choosing to share a tent with their parent, legal guardian or sibling. Solo tenting is welcome. In the case that the entire crew is sleeping on the boat, or in a single room together in a building, two instructors will be present and establish distinctive, and as separate as possible, areas for adults and minors to sleep.
If the Code of Conduct and Youth Protection rules are broken, the participant may be expelled from the program.
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Photo Release:

I give permission for Atlantic Challenge USA, Traditional Small Craft Association, Inc., and others to use photographs, audio and video of myself participating in Atlantic Challenge USA activities for publicity, news releases, and other purposes related to Atlantic Challenge USA.

Note: If you are not comfortable with our use of media in which you appear, you are not required to sign this release. However, doing so enables us to share our good work and mission with others who are interested.
Signature

ACUSA Volunteer Workparties 2026 Season

Work Projects

Projects will be different for each program but could include:

Boat Maintenance

Island Projects

Participant Responsibilities:

Transportation:

Food:

What to Bring:

Lodging Options:

Health History and Medical Information

MINOR (Aged 17 and under) Acknowledgment of Risk Agreement, Youth Protection, Photo Release, and Authorized Pick-up List

Authorized Pick-Up List:

ADULT (aged 18 and up) Participant Waiver,Youth Protection, and Photo Release

Help cover the costs of your participation.