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NORTHERN NEW MEXICO HORSEMEN’S ASSOCIATION

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

This is a legally binding document. Please read carefully before signing.

Copyright @2025 NNMHA

This Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (“Agreement”) is executed on  February 22, 2025   by the named Participant, or the parent or legal guardian of Participant if Participant is a minor, in favor of Northern New Mexico Horsemen’s Association (“NNMHA”), its officers, directors, employees, agents and volunteers. In consideration of Participant’s execution of this Agreement, NNMHA agrees to allow Participant to participate in its Event.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

PARTICIPANT WAIVES ANY CLAIM HE/SHE MIGHT HAVE AGAINST NNMHA AS A RESULT OF PHYSICAL INJURY INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH ANY EVENT SPONSORED OR CO-SPONSORED BY NNMHA, INCLUDING TRAIL RIDES, EQUESTRIAN TRAINING AND SAFETY CLASSES. Participant understands that an “event” includes observing or participating in any activity which takes place before, during or after the event itself.

VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

Participant certifies that he/she is voluntarily participating in equestrian activities provided by the NNMHA and knowingly assumes all risks associated with these activities, both known and unknown. Participant acknowledges that he/she has been advised to wear appropriate safety equipment, including helmets. Participant further certifies that he/she: 

  • Has supplied his/her mount’s tack, including saddle and bridle, and is solely responsible for securing and adjusting such equipment.
  • Has not prior to, and will not during, any Event consumed any alcohol or drugs.
  • Has not been advised by any health care professional to avoid equestrian activities.

INHERENT DANGERS

Participant acknowledges and understands that activities involving horses are inherently dangerous and carry risks, including, but not limited to, the risk of serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis, or death. Risks include, but are not limited to:

  • The unpredictable nature, behavior and reaction of horses to sounds, sudden movements, unfamiliar objects, persons or other animals.
  • Natural hazards, including terrain, weather conditions, wildlife, and plants.
  • Risks associated with riding, handling, grooming, and proximity to horses.
  • Potential equipment failure or inadequacy.

Participant acknowledges that under New Mexico law (NMSA § 42-13-1 et seq.), an equine activity sponsor is not liable for injury to or death of a participant resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities. By signing this Agreement, the Participant is aware of and accepts the limitations of liability as provided by New Mexico law.

INDEMNIFICATION

The Participant agrees to indemnify and hold NNMHA harmless from any claims, demands, or causes of action brought by third parties arising from Participant’s actions or omissions while engaged in NNMHA sponsored activities.

PHOTO RELEASE

I hereby grant NNMHA permission to use Participant's image, likeness, or photograph taken at an NNMHA event in any and all of its publications, including print, digital, and online media, without compensation, for promotional purposes.

MEDICAL CONSENT AND EMERGENCY TREATMENT

Participant authorizes NNMHA to secure emergency medical treatment on his/her behalf if necessary and agrees to assume all costs associated with such treatment.

SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Mexico. Any legal action or proceeding arising under this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of the State of New Mexico.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings, or representations.



NNMHA Representative: Howard Gershon, President

February 22, 2025              

Howard Gershon
Staff Signature

Date of Event

Month / Day / Year *
For what event are you signing this waiver?*
First Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*

Phone*
First Participant's Age Acknowledgment*
First Participant's Date of Birth*
I certify that I am 18 years of age or older
First Participant's Signature*
Second Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Second Participant's Date of Birth*
Third Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Third Participant's Date of Birth*
Fourth Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Fourth Participant's Date of Birth*
Fifth Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Fifth Participant's Date of Birth*
Sixth Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Sixth Participant's Date of Birth*
Seventh Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Seventh Participant's Date of Birth*
Eighth Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Eighth Participant's Date of Birth*
Ninth Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Ninth Participant's Date of Birth*
Tenth Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*
Tenth Participant's Date of Birth*
Parent or Guardian's Email Address

Email*

Confirm Email*
Emergency contact

Emergency contact name

Emergency phone number

Parent(s) or Court-Appointed Legal Guardian(s) must sign for any participating minor (those under 18 years of age) and agree that they and the minor are subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.

I am the PARENT or GUARDIAN of the above named minors. 



By signing below the Parent or Court-Appointed Legal Guardian agrees that they are also subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.
Parent or Guardian's Name

First Name*

Last Name*

Phone*
Parent or Guardian's Age Acknowledgment*
Parent or Guardian's Date of Birth*
I certify that I am 18 years of age or older
Parent or Guardian's Signature*
Electronic Signature Consent*
 By checking here, you are consenting to the use of your electronic signature in lieu of an original signature on paper. You have the right to request that you sign a paper copy instead. By checking here, you are waiving that right. After consent, you may, upon written request to us, obtain a paper copy of an electronic record. No fee will be charged for such copy and no special hardware or software is required to view it. Your agreement to use an electronic signature with us for any documents will continue until such time as you notify us in writing that you no longer wish to use an electronic signature. There is no penalty for withdrawing your consent. You should always make sure that we have a current email address in order to contact you regarding any changes, if necessary.


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