Acknowledgement of Risks, Assumptions of Risk and Responsibility, and Release of Liability WARNING: There are significant elements of risk in any adventures, sports or activity associated with leadership training, risk-taking, team building initiatives or ropes course activities, whether conducted in the outdoors or in classrooms (referred to herein as “activity”) and the use of any related equipment. Although, we have taken reasonable steps to provide you with appropriate equipment and/or skilled instructors so you can enjoy an activity for which you may not be skilled, we wish to remind you this activity is not without risk. Certain risks cannot be eliminated without destroying the unique character of the activity. The same elements that contribute to the unique character of the activity can be causes of loss or damage to your equipment or accidental injury, illness, or in extreme cases, permanent trauma or death. We do not want to frighten you or reduce your enthusiasm for this activity, but we do think it is important for you to know in advance what to expect and to be informed of the inherent risks.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISKS: I acknowledge that the following describes some, but not all of those risks: 1) Falls or collisions; 2) cold weather and heat related injuries and illnesses; 3) natural hazards including but not limited to inclement weather, lightning, wind gusts, severe and/or varied wind, temperature or weather conditions; 4) balance, coordination, physical capabilities and ability to follow instructions; 5) equipment malfunctions; 6) the actions of others; and 7) physical/mental or psychological stress, fatigue, chill and/or dizziness, which may diminish reaction time and increase the risk of accident. I UNDERSTAND THE DESCRIPTION OF THESE RISKS IS NOT COMPLETE AND THAT OTHER UNKNOWN OR UNANTICIPATED RISKS MAY RESULT IN INJURY, ILLNESS OR DEATH.
EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY: My participation in this activity is purely voluntary. No one is forcing me to participate. I elect to participate in spite of the risks. I am capable of participating in the activity and using the equipment. Therefore, I agree to assume full responsibility for myself, including any minor children for which I am responsible, for bodily injury, accidents, illness, death, or loss of personal property, and any related expenses. I acknowledge that I may decline to participate in any activity. Any participation will be voluntary. I assume the risk(s) of personal injury, accidents, any or illness, including but not limited to sprains, torn muscles or ligaments, fractured or broken bones, eye damage, cuts, wounds, scrapes, abrasions or contusions; dehydration, drowning, oxygen shortage (anoxia) or exposure; head, neck or spinal injuries, bite or attack by animal, insect, or marine life; allergic reactions; shock, paralysis or death.
AUTHORIZATION: I hereby authorize any medical treatment deemed necessary in the event of any injury while participating in the activity. I either have appropriate insurance, or in its absence, agree to pay all costs of rescue and/or medical services as may be incurred on my behalf. I agree that any film or photographs of me, as participant, become your property and may be used for promotional or commercial purposes.
RELEASE: In consideration of services or property provided, I for myself and any minor children for which I am parent, legal guardian or otherwise responsible, any heirs, personal representatives or assigns, do hereby release: ADVENTURES BY THE SEA, INC., its principals, directors, officers, agents, employees and volunteers, and each and every land owner, municipal and/or government agency upon whose property an activity is conducted, from all liability and waive any claim for damages arising from any cause whatsoever (except that which is the result of gross negligence). I HAVE READ THE FOREGOING WARNING, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISKS, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY, AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY. I UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT I MAY BE WAIVING VALUABLE LEGAL RIGHTS. Today's Date: January 15, 2025 |