I am aware that skiing, snowboarding, race events and related activities are HAZARDOUS and involve many RISKS and DANGERS including, but not limited to: boarding, riding and disembarking ski lifts; falls from lifts or from evacuation equipment, encounters with on-going snow making and grooming; changing weather conditions; contact with exposed rock, earth, ice and other natural objects including but not limited to trees, tree stumps, and forest dead fall; snow or ice on or beneath the skiing surface; changes or variations in the skiing terrain which may create blind spots or areas of reduced visibility; changes or variations in the skiing surface or subsurface, including changes due to man-made or artificial snow, variable and difficult snow conditions; slick walking surfaces including, but not limited to sidewalks and parking lots, the presence of streams, creeks and exposed holes in the snow pack; snowcat roads, road-banks or cut-banks; impact or collision with lift towers, trees, manmade features, pipes, rails, jumps, fences, ropes, buildings, posts, boundary markers, snow making equipment, snow grooming equipment, snowmobiles or other vehicles, equipment or structures; impact or collision with other skiers; negligence of other skiers and; negligence on the part of Caberfae, its employees, owners, officers, representatives, directors, shareholders, agents, and vendors. I am aware that the RISKS, DANGERS and HAZARDS referenced above exist throughout the resort and that many risks, dangers and hazards are unmarked. I agree to conduct myself within the limits of my individual ability while at “Caberfae” (also known as Caberfae Skiing Company T.M. Inc., MacKenzie Lodging, South Branch Properties, Caberfae Management Corporation, TPMGR Inc and Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf) and agree not to act, ski or snowboard in a manner that might contribute to injuries. I understand that I am the sole judge of my ability to negotiate a track, trail or slope. The Holder understands that he/she is solely responsible for reading and understanding all signage and instructions on the premises and for complying with them and being familiar with the Skiers Responsibility Act. In consideration of Caberfae accepting me as a guest and permitting me to use Caberfae’s ski lifts, parking and other facilities, and to participate in races and special events, I HEREBY EXPRESSLY ASSUME AND ACCEPT ANY AND ALL RISKS AND DANGERS ASSOCIATED WITH MY PARTICIPATION IN SKIING, SNOWBOARDING OR OTHER ACTIVITIES AT CABERFAE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURIES, DEATH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. IN FURTHER CONSIDERATION OF USING THIS PASS AND THE CABERFAE FACILITIES THE PURCHASER AND USER OF THE PASS AGREES NOT TO SUE CABERFAE, ITS EMPLOYEES, OWNERS, OFFICERS, REPRESENTATIVES, DIRECTORS, SHAREHOLDERS, AGENTS AND VENDORS. ADULT/PARENT/GUARDIAN: In further consideration, I hereby Release, Hold Harmless, Indemnify and Defend Caberfae and its employees, owners, officers, representatives, directors, shareholders and vendors from any and all claims, actions, losses, suits, damages, and allegations, and claims related to or arising from incidents that occurred prior to, on and/or following the date of this release, including, but not limited to: allegations of negligence, including the negligence of Caberfae, breach of contract, breach of any statutory duty or other duty of care and breach of express or implied warranty. I specifically RELEASE and DISCHARGE, in advance, the persons or entities mentioned above from any liability whether known or unknown, even that liability which may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of persons or entities mentioned above. I further agree to Indemnify, Hold Harmless and Defend Caberfae from any damage, costs or expenses, including actual attorney fees and costs, without limitation, which Caberfae may sustain in relation to or arising out of my participation in skiing, snowboarding, racing, special events or other activities at Caberfae. To be clear, this is an ongoing and continuing release. I recognize that situations may rise where emergency or emergent medical or dental care may be necessary for me. I authorize Caberfae to render first aid and to call for medical and/or dental care if, in their opinion, such medical or dental care is needed. I agree to pay for all expenses and costs associated with such care and related transportation. I understand this Release and Indemnification Agreement shall be binding upon my assignees, subrogors, distributees, heirs, next of kin, executors, personal representatives and administrators and may be pled by Caberfae as a complete bar and defense against any and all claims, demands, or causes of action by or my behalf. Any provision of this Release and Indemnification Agreement proven to be invalid, void or illegal in no way affects, impairs or invalidates any other provision hereof, and such other provisions shall remain in full force and effect. I acknowledge that this activity is taking place in the State of Michigan and I further agree that only the laws of the State of Michigan shall apply in the construction or application of this Agreement. I understand that season passes/lift tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. I understand that legal action will be taken against HOLDERS found to be using season passes/lift tickets fraudulently. BY COMPLETING THIS PURCHASE ONLINE, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE FOREGOING RELEASE OF LIABILITY, INDEMNITY AGREEMENT AND MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION. I UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS AND THAT IT IS BINDING DURING THE ENTIRE SKI SEASON AND INTO THE FUTURE. I HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO IT AND I VOLUNTARILY SIGN IT WITH NO RESERVATIONS AND WITH FULL KNOWLEDGE OF ITS SIGNIFICANCE. RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
FOR CADILLAC AREA SKI CLUB
In consideration of participating in ski racing and training, and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability arising from negligence Cadillac Area Ski Club and its owners, directors, officers employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Releasees"), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows: 1. I acknowledge that ski racing and training involves known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death, and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, actions that might result in injury; medical conditions resulting from physical activity; and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. 2. I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the Releasees. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate despite the risks. In addition, if at any time I believe that event conditions are unsafe or that I am unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately discontinue participation. 3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney's fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs. 4. I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may suffer or cause while participating in this activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I have no medical or physical condition which could interfere with my safety in this activity, or else I am willing to assume - and bear the costs of - all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition. 5. In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state where Releasees is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply. 6. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. By signing this document, I agree that if I am hurt or my property is damaged during my participation in this activity, then I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against the parties being released on the basis of any claim for negligence. I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and, should I choose to do so, consult with legal counsel prior to signing. Also, I understand that this activity might not be made available to me or that the cost to engage in this activity would be significantly greater if I were to choose not to sign this release, and agree that the opportunity to participate at the stated cost in return for the execution of this release is a reasonable bargain. I have read and understood this document and I agree to be bound by its terms. Today's Date: August 22, 2026 |
