2022 Pumpkin Carving at Reiman Gardens

1407 University Blvd,Ames IA 50011

19 October, 2022

Description

Stenciling & Carving Pumpkins at Reiman GardensReiman Gardens is gearing up for our annual pumpkin stenciling and carving event this October. Every year, hundreds of jack o' lanterns are featured throughout the Gardens during our annual Spirits in the Gardens community event (October 21-23, 2022). Volunteers from around the community make this event so special by stenciling and carving pumpkins with unique designs and creations. Join the fun this year! If carving pumpkins isn't your style, check out our other volunteer need: prepping the gardens and grounds for winter and Spirits! If you'd like to pass out candy to visitors during Spirits in the Gardens (October 22-23), you can sign up for that volunteer opportunity here! Individuals and groups are welcome to volunteer! Stenciling materials, carving tools, and pumpkins provided by Reiman Gardens. All pumpkins must stay onsite. Volunteers must be 13+ years old to carve. Space is limited! Event DatesStenciling Pumpkins:Friday, October 14, 12-6pmSaturday, October 15, 10am-6pmSunday, October 16, 12-6pm (or until finished)Carving & Gutting* Pumpkins:Wednesday, October 19, 10am-8pmThursday, October 20, 10am-8pm Friday, October 21, 10am-8pm (once pumpkins are all carved, later groups may help with other tasks to prepare the pumpkins and grounds for the event)*This activity can get messy, so we have goggles, lab coats, gloves, and head and shoe covers available for volunteers to use. No gutting on Friday, October 21. On registration page, activities will appear as "Sold Out" on days they are unavailable. LocationReiman Gardens is located at 1407 University Blvd in Ames on the Iowa State University campus, just south of Jack Trice Stadium. Free parking is available in the S1 Parking Lot. Reiman Gardens is around 1.4 miles/30 minute walk from the Memorial Union. The Gardens is close to several CyRide bus stops including #3 Blue (near Beach Ave. and Jack Trice Stadium), #6 Brown (near Beach Ave. and University Blvd.), #9 Plum (near University Blvd. and 16th St.), and #23 Orange (near Beach Ave. and Jack Trice Stadium). Bike racks are also available onsite. See the map below for more details. COVID-19 & SafetyFace coverings are not required, but encouragedEvent is outdoors with room for physical distancingOutdoor volunteer entrance and exit to limit time indoorsOutdoor hand washing stations and indoor restrooms both availableIn case of severe weather, this event may be moved indoorsVolunteers must be 13+ years of age to carvePumpkin Stenciling & Carving ResourcesWatch a video with pumpkin stenciling instructions. Watch a video with pumpkin carving instructions. For even more resources, including downloadable and printable instructions, please click here. Good Things To KnowThis volunteer activity takes place outdoors, in the case of severe weather, may be relocated indoors (when possible) or cancelled (all volunteers will be notified via email of any schedule changes)Volunteers should wear close-toe/heel shoes (sneakers, hiking or steel-toe boots are a good choice)Reiman Gardens will provide all necessary equipmentVolunteers should be prepared to get dirty!Volunteers must pre-register for these event - Sorry, we cannot accommodate any walk-ins.Thank You!We could not hold Spirits in the Gardens without all the support from volunteers every year. As a thank you for volunteering, you will receive a free admission coupon to the Jack O-Lantern Walk Behind-the-Scenes Preview on Friday, October 15, from 7:00 to 9:00pm. Volunteers will receive a coupon at the end of each shift during check-out. Questions?Email [email protected] with any questions or concerns. Reiman Gardens – Pumpkin Carving Iowa State University Participation Agreement PLEASE READ THIS PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. It is a LEGAL AGREEMENT and it affects any rights you/your child may have if you/your child is injured or otherwise suffers damages while participating in Pumpkin Carving at Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University. Parents and legal guardians of minor participants are responsible for carefully reviewing all program materials and for selecting programs that are appropriate for their child. ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, INDEMNIFICATION, AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY PERMISSION The Participant identified in this Agreement desires to voluntarily participate in Pumpkin Carving at Reiman Gardens. As a condition of and in consideration for allowing Participant to participate, Iowa State University, on behalf Reiman Gardens, requires that the Participant (and the Participant’s parent/legal guardian if under 18years of age) agree to the terms of this Agreement. Participant (and minor participant’s parent or legal guardian) hereby agrees to the following terms and conditions: 1. I understand that there are inherent risks associated with pumpkin carving that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. These risks and injuries include, but are not limited to: cuts, use of sharp blades and instruments. I assume full responsibility for any risk of loss, property damage, or personal injury that may be sustained by me, or any loss or damage to property owned by me as a result of my participation in this activity. 2. I hereby voluntarily RELEASE FROM LIABILITY, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE Reiman Gardens; Iowa State University; Board of Regents, State of Iowa; the State of Iowa and any of the officers, servants, agents and employees of the above-mentioned entities (hereinafter referred to as RELEASEES) for any liability, claim and/or cause of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage or injury, including death, that occurs as a result of my participation in the specified activities. This release includes claims based on the negligence of RELEASEES to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, but does not include claims based on the intentional misconduct or gross negligence of RELEASEES. 3. I also ASSUME THE RISKS of my participation in the specified activities and agree to not hold the RELEASEES responsible for any loss, damage or injury, including death that occurs as a result of my participation in the specified activities. 4. I further agree to INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND the RELEASEES for any liability, claim and/or cause of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage or injury, including death that occurs as a result of my alleged conduct or failures during my participation including claims based on my alleged negligence, gross negligence, and/or intentional conduct. 5. I further agree that this PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT shall bind the members of my family and spouse, if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representatives, if I am deceased, and shall be deemed as a RELEASE, WAIVER, DISCHARGE, COVENANT NOT TO SUE, AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT with respect to the above-named RELEASEES. I hereby further agree that this PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Iowa. 6. If an injury or other medical condition occurs or arises, I HEREBY GIVE PERMISSION to the ISU representative to seek medical treatment or service, including without limitation first aid, hospitalization, and emergency ambulance service for me (participant). In the event of an emergency where the Emergency Contact(s) listed below cannot be reached and/or timing does not allow, I hereby give permission to the physician/hospital selected by the ISU personnel in charge to secure and administer treatment, including without limitation hospitalization and other services deemed medically necessary. I understand that Iowa State University does not provide health or accident medical insurance for participants in campus activities. Accordingly, I understand and agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of any medical or health treatment and services, and hereby agrees to make full payment for such to the attending medical personnel and/or health care facility rendering such treatment and services. 7. PHOTO AUTHORIZATION AND RELASE FORM: In consideration for my permitted attendance/participation in the above identified event, I hereby agree and authorize Iowa State university of Science and Technology on behalf of its department/unit identified above (together, "ISU") to, without any restriction, record, use, publish, edit, and distribute my photograph, image, or likeness, and/or a recording of my voice or the event in whole or in part, and authorize others to do so. This authorization is provided to ISU wither used individually or in conjunction with other photographs or recordings from this event or other events, in any manner or form, in any medium whether now known or developed in the future, at any time or place desired by ISU, including the publication on the internet and inclusion in promotional materials regarding ISU programs. Further, I hereby agree to: RELEASE AND DISCHARGE ISU from any liability or claim that arises out of or is related to any use or alteration that may occur in the use, marketing and editing of the event or use of my image, voice, or likeness.INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS ISU from any liability or claim arising out of or related to the use of dissemination of my image, voice or likeness. WAIVE any right to inspect, approve, restrict or improve the finished version, including written copy that may be created in connection with the photographs, images and/or voice recordings. I agree that I am to receive no further consideration, other than that already received, for any use or future uses by ISU. I intend for this agreement to be binding on my heirs and successors, and it represents the entire agreement between ISU and me regarding the matters herein agreed. BY SIGNING THIS PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, I STATE THAT I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO THE CONDITIONS SET FORTH HEREIN AND THAT I SIGN THIS FORM FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY.