VISITOR'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISKS In consideration of the services of Rewilding Expeditions LLC, their officers, agents, employees, and stockholders, and all other persons or entities associated with those businesses (hereafter collectively referred to as “RE”) I agree as follows: Although RE has taken reasonable steps to provide me with appropriate equipment and skilled guides so I can enjoy the activities for which I may not be skilled, RE has informed me this activity is not without risk. Certain risks are inherent in each activity and cannot be eliminated without destroying the unique character of the activity. These inherent risks are some of the same elements that contribute to the unique character of this activity and can be the cause of loss or damage to my equipment, or accidental injury, illness, or in extreme cases, permanent trauma or death. RE does not want to frighten me or reduce my enthusiasm for this activity, but believes it is important for me to know in advance what to expect and to be informed of the inherent risks. The following describes some, but not all, of those risks: [Off-trail hiking, rugged terrain and the hazards of walking on uneven terrain; slips and falls; river crossings and drowning; wild animal encounters and the risk of exposure to insect bites and tick-borne diseases; scrambling, loose talus and rocks, and the risks of being struck by rockfall, icefall or other objects dislodged or thrown from above; standing dead trees; forces of nature, including exposure to unpredictable weather, lightning and avalanches; extreme isolation and remoteness; cliffs and the risks of falling off rocks, mountains or into crevasses; the risks of altitude and cold, including hypothermia, frostbite, acute mountain sickness, and high altitude cerebral and pulmonary edema; loss of control, collisions, the use of climbing ropes and equipment malfunction; other man-made and natural obstacles; your own physical condition and the physical exertion association with this activity.] I am aware that the activities of camping, backpacking, hiking, climbing, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, backcountry snowboarding, mountaineering, packrafting, and/or orienteering with equipment and/or services provided by RE entails risks of injury or death to any participant. I understand the description of these inherent risks is not complete and that other unknown or unanticipated inherent risks may result in injury or death. I agree to assume and accept full responsibility for the inherent risks identified herein and those inherent risks not specifically identified. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary; no one is forcing me to participate, and I elect to participate in spite of and with full knowledge of the inherent risks. I acknowledge that engaging in this activity may require a degree of skill and knowledge different from other activities and that I have responsibilities as a participant. I acknowledge that the staff of RE has been available to more fully explain to me the nature and physical demands of this activity and the inherent risks, hazards, and dangers associated with this activity.
I understand that the activities that I am participating in may be photographed or video recorded solely for RE promotional purposes. I certify that I am fully capable of participating in this activity. Therefore, I assume and accept full responsibility for myself, including all minor children in my care, custody, and control, for bodily injury, death, or loss of personal property and expenses as a result of those inherent risks and dangers identified herein and those inherent risks and dangers not specifically identified, and as a result of my negligence in participating in this activity. I have carefully read, clearly understood, and accepted the terms and conditions stated herein and acknowledge that this agreement shall be effective and binding upon me, my heirs, assigns, personal representative, and estate and for all members of my family, including minor children. |