Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability

I, (“Volunteer”) desire to provide volunteer services for Living Streams Ranch, 2375 Schukraft Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951, (“LSR”).

1. Scope of Relationship. I understand that the scope of my relationship with Living Streams Ranch is limited to a volunteer position. No compensation will be provided in return for services provided by me, nor will I be entitled to any employee benefits. I understand that I am responsible for my own insurance coverage in the event of personal injury or illness as a result of my volunteer services to Living Streams Ranch.
2. Release and Waiver. I hereby release and forever discharge and hold harmless Living Streams Ranch and its successors and assigns from any and all liability, claims and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from my volunteer services with Living Streams Ranch. I understand that this release discharges Living Streams Ranch from any liability with respect to bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or property damage, whether caused by the negligence of Living Streams Ranch or its officers, directors, employees, agents, or otherwise.
3. No Insurance. I understand that Living Streams Ranch does not provide medical, health, or disability benefits or insurance, nor does Living Streams Ranch provide any financial or other assistance, in the event of injury or illness.
4. Medical Treatment. I hereby release and forever discharge Living Streams Ranch from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any medical treatment or services, including first-aid or similar services, rendered in connection with my volunteer services with Living Streams Ranch.
5. Assumption of Risk.I understand that participation in volunteer activities involves certain risks, including but not limited to serious injury and death. I am voluntarily participating in the volunteer activities with knowledge of the danger involved, and I agree to accept all risks of participation.
   Additionally, I understand that equines have the propensity to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm or death to persons on or around the equine; have unpredictable reactions to such things as sounds, sudden movement and unfamiliar objects, persons or other animals; are susceptible to certain hazards such as surface or subsurface conditions, collisions with other equines or objects; propensities include kicking, biting, stamping, stumbling, rearing, and others; tack equipment can fail resulting in falling or loss of control; and activities have the potential of a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the equine or not acting within the participant’s ability. Equine activities are INHERENTLY DANGEROUS.
6. Indemnification. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Living Streams Ranch for all claims, accusations, notices, judgments, rulings, liabilities or expenses arising out of my actions, inactions, errors, acts, or omissions as a volunteer.
7. Miscellaneous. I understand that this document is a contract which grants certain rights to, and eliminates the liability of Living Streams Ranch. This Release and Waiver of Liability shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania This Release and Waiver of Liability is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by law. In the event any provision of this Release and Waiver of Liability shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such provision shall not otherwise affect the remaining provisions of this agreement, which shall continue to be enforceable.

By signing below, I express my intent to enter into this Release and Waiver of Liability, and I do so willingly and voluntarily. I understand that by signing this form, I am giving up legal rights and remedies.

Today's Date: April 4, 2025