I understand that during my participation in this Gila Resources Information Project (GRIP) event, I may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent in each event and cannot be eliminated without destroying the unique character of the event. These inherent risks include, but are not limited to, the dangers of serious personal injury, property damage, and death from exposure to the hazard of travel and the GRIP has not tried to contradict or minimize my understanding of these risks. I know that Injuries and Damages can occur by natural causes or activities of other persons, animals, event members, event leaders and assistants or third parties, either as a result of negligence or because of other reasons. I understand that risk of such Injuries and Damages are involved in volunteers events such as this GRIP event and I appreciate that I may have to exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me in the face of such hazards. I further understand that on this event there may not be rescue or medical facilities or expertise necessary to deal with the Injuries and Damages to which I may be exposed. In consideration for my acceptance as a participant in this event, I confirm my understanding that: The event officially begins and ends at the location(s) designated by the GRIP. The event does not include carpooling, transportation, or transit to and from the event, and I am personally responsible for all risks associated with this travel. If I decide to leave early, and not to complete the event as planned, I assume all risks inherent in my decision to leave and waive all liability against the GRIP arising from that decision. This Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by law. If any provision or any part of any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or legally unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby and shall remain valid and fully enforceable. To the fullest extent allowed by law, I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY GRIP, its officers, directors, employees, agents, field trip leaders, and volunteers from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from, Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence of GRIP, its officers, directors, employees, agents, leaders, and volunteers, in any way connected with this event. I further agree to HOLD HARMLESS GRIP, its officers, directors, employees, agents, field trip leaders, and volunteers, from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by my own negligence while a participant in this event. I understand and intend that this assumption of risk and release is binding upon my heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, and includes any minor accompanying me in this event. I have read this document in its entirety and I freely and voluntarily assume all risks of such Injuries and Damages and notwithstanding such risks, I agree to participate in this event. Photography Release - I grant GRIP permission to use my likeness in a photograph or video in any and all of its publications, including but not limited to all of GRIP’s printed and digital publications. I understand and agree that any photograph or video using my likeness will become the property of GRIP and will not be returned. I acknowledge that since my participation is voluntary, I will receive no financial compensation. |