WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT In consideration of Equestrian Vaulting USA (“the EVUSA”) allowing the undersigned ("Participant"), or on behalf of my child/ward, if Participant is under the age of 18 ("a Minor"), to participate in any capacity (i.e. vaulter, longeur, lessee, owner, agent, coach, official, trainer or volunteer) in any EVUSA event or activity, including but not limited to clinics, practices, fests, competitions and/or related or incidental activities (“EVUSA Event(s)”; I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors, and/or assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Agreement (the “Agreement”): A. RULES AND REGULATIONS: I hereby agree to be bound and abide by the rules, regulations, and policies of the EVUSA and on the website at www.equestrianvaulting.org, as amended from time to time. B. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: I knowingly, willingly, and voluntarily acknowledge the inherent risks associated with the sport of equestrian vaulting and know that equestrian vaulting (individually and as a pair/team), and all related equestrian activities and/or gymnastic activities are inherently dangerous, including practicing on a barrel, doing acrobatic exercises (individually and as a pair/team), and that participation in any EVUSA Event(s) involves risks and dangers including, without limitation: the potential for serious bodily injury (including, broken bones, head or neck injuries), sickness and disease (including communicable diseases), trauma, pain & suffering, permanent disability, paralysis and death; and loss of or damage to personal property (including to my horse(s) & equipment). I acknowledge that incidents arising out of but not limited to: the unpredictable behavior of horses; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; accidents involving other participants, event staff, volunteers or spectators; contact or collision with other participants and horses, natural or manmade objects; adverse weather conditions; facilities issues and premises conditions; failure of equipment; inadequate safety measures; and any and all situations beyond the immediate control of the EVUSA and EVUSA Event(s)’ organizers and or competition management; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (collectively, the “Risks”). C. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that the Risks may be caused in whole or in part directly or indirectly from the negligence of my own or others’ actions or inactions, or the negligent acts or omissions, including but not limited to gross negligence, of the Released Parties defined below, and I do voluntarily and knowingly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses that I incur as a result of my participation in any EVUSA Events. I also agree to be responsible for any injury or damage caused by me, my horse, my volunteers, employees, vaulters, lungers, or contractors under my direction and control at any EVUSA Event. D. WAIVER AND RELEASE: I hereby release, waive and covenant not to sue, and further agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the following parties: the EVUSA; EVUSA subordinates; EVUSA clubs; EVUSA members; EVUSA regions; all event participants (including athletes/vaulters, coaches, trainers, judges/officials, and other personnel); competition managers; the promoters, sponsors, or advertisers of any EVUSA Event; any beneficiary of an EVUSA event; the owners, managers, or lessors of any facilities or premises where an EVUSA Event may be held; all directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, and volunteers of any of the aforementioned parties (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss, or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorney fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the EVUSA Events, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligent, gross or otherwise, acts or omissions of the Released Parties. I agree that I am not entitled to any refund of any money paid by me or on my behalf for my or my minor child’s participation in any EVUSA Event(s) unless expressly specified otherwise. E. PHOTO RELEASE. I give my permission the EVUSA to use my and/or my minor child’s photo or image and/or videotaping and/or artwork for use in general information, promotional materials, YouTube, Facebook, and any other marketing activities or promotional materials as the EVUSA exclusively determines without limitation. All photos, videos, images, etc. loaded onto the EVUSA’s website or posted on any EVUSA social platform become the sole property of the EVUSA for the EVUSA’s use, distribution, benefit, and determination. VOLUNTARY AND KNOWING CONSENT: I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS DOCUMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY, UNDERSTAND ALL OF ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND KNOW IT CONTAINS AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER FROM LIABILITY, AS WELL AS A HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION OBLIGATIONS. I expressly agree that the foregoing assumption of risk, release of claims and indemnity are intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by law and do hereby voluntarily and knowingly agree to the same. This agreement may be electronically signed, and any electronic signatures appearing on this agreement are the same as handwritten signatures for the purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility. May 20, 2025 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION WAVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT For and in consideration of United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. dba US Equestrian (“USEF”) allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in any capacity (including as a rider, driver, handler, vaulter, longeur, lessee, owner, agent, coach, official, trainer or volunteer) in a USEF sanctioned, licensed or approved event or activity, including but not limited to equestrian clinics, practices, shows, competitions and related or incidental activities and Oak Hills Classic (“USEF Event” or “USEF Events”); I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors,, and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Agreement (the “Agreement”): A. RULES AND REGULATIONS: I hereby agree that I have read, understand, and agree to be bound by all applicable Federation Bylaws, rules, and policies including the USEF Safe Sport Policy and Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) as published at www.usef.org, as amended from time to time. B. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: I knowingly, willingly, and voluntarily acknowledge the inherent risks associated with the sport of equestrian and know that horseback riding and related equestrian activities are inherently dangerous, and that participation in any USEF Event involves risks and dangers including, with-out limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury (including broken bones, head or neck injuries), sickness and disease (including communicable diseases), trauma, pain & suffering, permanent disability, paralysis and death; loss of or damage to personal property (including my mount & equipment) arising out of the unpredictable behavior of horses; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; accidents involving other participants, event staff, volunteers or spectators; contact or collision with other participants and horses, natural or man made objects; adverse weather conditions; facilities issues and premises conditions; failure of protective equipment (including helmets); inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the USEF Event organizers and competition management; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). EQUINE ACTIVITY LIABILITY ACT WARNING: CAUTION: HORSEBACK RIDING AND EQUINE ACTIVITIES CAN BE DANGEROUS. RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Under the laws of most States, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for any injury to, or the death of, a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities. C. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that the aforementioned Risks may be caused in whole or in part or result directly or indirectly from the negligence of my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the USEF Events, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby voluntarily and knowingly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses that I incur as a result of my participation in any USEF Events. I also agree to be responsible for any injury or damage caused by me, my horse, my employees or contractors under my direction and control at any USEF Event. D. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNITY: In conjunction with my participation in any USEF Event, I hereby release, waive and covenant not to sue, and further agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the following parties: USEF, USEF Recognized Affiliate Associations, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), USEF clubs, members, Event participants (including athletes/riders, coaches, trainers, judges/officials, and other personnel), the Event owner, licensee, and competition managers; the promoters, sponsors, or advertisers of any USEF Event; any charity or other beneficiary which may benefit from the USEF Event; the owners, managers, or lessors of any facilities or premises where a USEF Event may be held; and all directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, and volunteers of any of the aforementioned parties (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss, or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorney fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the USEF Events, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties. E. COMPLETE AGREEMENT AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE: This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS DOCUMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY, UNDERSTAND ALL OF ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND KNOW IT CONTAINS AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER FROM LIABILITY, AS WELL AS A HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION OBLIGATIONS. By signing below, I (as the participant or as the Parent/Legal Guardian of the minor identified below) hereby accept and agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement in connection with my (or the minor’s) participation in any USEF Event. If, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf or the minor’s behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities as the result of such claim. The parties agree that this agreement may be electronically signed. The parties agree that the electronic signatures appearing on this agreement are the same as handwritten signatures for the purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility. See participant info with regard to the designations: _RIDER/DRIVER/HANDLER/VAULTER/LONGEUR __OWNER __TRAINER __OFFICIAL __STAFF __VOLUNTEER __COACH (If Applicable) May 20, 2025 UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION : 4001 WING COMMANDER WAY : LEXINGTON, KY 40511 : 859.810.8733 : FAX 859.721.1151 : USEF.ORG
© United States Equestrian Federation® All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION FEDERATION ENTRY AGREEMENT
By entering a Federation-licensed Competition and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Driver, Rider, Handler, Vaulter or Longeur and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am subject to the Bylaws and Rules of The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the “Federation”) and the local rules of Oak Hills Classic. I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Rules of the Federation and of the competition. I will accept as final the decision of the Hearing Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to release and hold harmless the competition, the Federation, their officials, directors and employees for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of entry, the Federation and/or the Competition may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cable - casts, broadcasts, internet, film, new media or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of the competition, sport, or the Federation. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of Federation rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York, and any action instituted against the Federation must be filed in New York State. See GR908.4. If not currently a USEF Active Competing member or Subscriber, I acknowledge that I will be enrolled for no cost as a USEF Fan and my USEF Fan Account will continue to annually automatically renew in USEF's sole discretion. Additionally, I acknowledge that the benefits of a USEF Fan are subject to change without notice. USEF may in its sole discretion, at any time, terminate my USEF Fan status. BY SIGNING BELOW, I AGREE,that I have read, understand, and agree to be bound by all applicable Federation Bylaws, rules, and policies including the USEF Safe Sport Policy and Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) as published at www.usef.org, as amended from time to time, as well as the terms and provisions of this Prize List. If I am signing and submitting this Agreement electronically, I acknowledge that my electronic signature shall have the same validity, force and effect as if I affixed my signature by my own hand.
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Waiver, Release And Hold Harmless For Equine Activities Agreement Oak Hills Stables I, ("Participant"), in consideration for the opportunity to participate in the following equine activity: Equestrian Vaulting (the "Activity"), on behalf of myself, my heirs, assigns, personal representative, and estate, hereby agree as follows ACCEPTANCE OF RISKS AND RESPONSIBILITY: I acknowledge that the Activity is not without Inherent Risks, Inherent Risks means those dangers or conditions which are an integral part of equine or livestock activities, which may include: (a) the propensity of the animal to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm, or death to persons on or around them; (b) the unpredictability of the animal's reaction to outside stimulation such as sounds, sudden movement, and unfamiliar objects, persons, or other animals; (c) collisions with other animals or objects; or (d) the potential of a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to the injury to the participant or other, such as failing to maintain control over the animal or not acting within his or her ability. See Utah Code 78B-4-201(5). I also acknowledge that loss or damage to property of injury, illness, or death to myself or others may result from (a) the negligent acts of Activity participants or organizers (including Oak Hills Stables, the Trustees of Oak Hills Stables, and/or its or their departments, affiliates, employees, officers, agents or insurers) and (b) the elements that contribute to the unique character of the Activity. I voluntarily accept the Inherent Risks and other risks and dangers described above or otherwise associated with the Activity. I agree that I will be personally liable for any damages that occur as a result of my participation in the Activity, including my actions or the actions of any animals under my stewardship or control. During my participation in the Activity, I agree to adhere to appropriate safety standards to ensure the safety of myself, others, animals, and associated property. RELEASE: I hereby voluntarily release and forever discharge Oak Hills Stables from any and all liability, claims, demands, attorney fees, actions or right of action which are related to arise out of or are in any way connected with my participation in the Activity, including specifically, but not limited to, the negligent acts or omission of Oak Hills Stables for any and all bodily injury, death, illness, disability, or damage to myself or to my property. I agree that Oak Hills Stables is not liable for Inherent Risks, negligent acts, or any other liability that may arise in connection with my participation in the Activity. INDEMNIFICATION: I hereby agree to hold harmless and indemnify Oak Hills Stables and hold the Released Parties harmless against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs or expenses (including but not limited to reasonable attorneys' fees and other litigation costs and expenses) incurred by any of the Released Parties as a result of any claims or suits that I (or anyone claiming by, under or through me) may bring against any of the Released Parties to recover any losses, liabilities, costs, damages, or expenses which arise during or result from my participation in the Activity, regardless of whether or not caused in whole or part by the negligence or other fault of any of the Released Parties. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION: The laws of the state of Utah shall govern the validity, construction, and enforceability of this Agreement, without giving effect to its conduct of laws principles. All suits, action, claims and causes of action relating to the validity, construction and enforcement of this Agreement. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT: I understand and acknowledge that by signing this Agreement, I am agreeing to be bound by its terms and conditions. I acknowledge that by this Agreement, I have freely and voluntarily (a) given up certain legal rights and/or possible claims that I might otherwise assert or maintain against Oak Hills Stables, including specifically, but not limited to, rights arising from or claims for the negligent acts or omissions of Oak Hills Stables; and (b) assumed responsibility and legal liability for the claims or other legal demands, including defense costs, which may be asserted by third parties against me as a result of my participation in this Activity. MY SIGNATURE BELOW INDICATES THAT I HAVE READ THIS ENTIRE AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND THAT IT AFFECTS MY LEGAL RIGHTS, AND UNDERSTAND THAT IT WAIVES MY RIGHT TO SUE OAK HILLS STABLES. May 20, 2025
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