Waver of Liability
I recognize that this Friends of the St. Clair River event involves walking along forested trails in low light conditions and in areas of uneven terrain. I understand that my participation in the event carries with it the potential for serious injury, death, and property loss. The risks include those caused by low light conditions, uneven trail surface, weather, and actions of other people including participants, volunteers, event officials, the event organizer, and spectators. I realize that dangerous weather conditions may occur. It is my sole responsibility to be prepared for any road and weather conditions that may arise during the event and to be familiar with the event and its course.
I agree to follow the rules of the event and directives of event officials and volunteers.
WHAT I AM GIVING UP
I wave, release, and discharge from any and all claims, losses, or liabilities for death, personal injury, partial and permanent disability, property damage, medical and hospital bills, and theft or damage of any kind, which in the future may arise out of or relate to my participation in, or traveling to and from, the event, and any other activities connect with the event in which I may voluntarily participate, the following entities and persons (the Released Parties) even if such claims, losses, or liabilities are caused by negligent acts or omissions or any other person or entity, including the Released Parties:
1. Friends of the St. Clair River
2. Friends of the St. Clair River's directors, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers
3. All event sponsors and their owners, directors, officers, employees, and agents4. All event service providers and volunteers
MY HEALTH
I do not know of any health condition of mine that could become worse if I participate in the event. I represent that I am physically fit and have not been advised by my physician not to participate in the event. I authorize Friends of the St. Clair River, event officials, and all volunteers to request emergency medical treatment for me during the event, and I consent to receive medical treatment that may be deemed necessary in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during the event.
PUBLICITY
I understand that I may be photographed or recorded while I participate in the event. I grant permission to Friends of the St. Clair River, and its assigns, to use my name and likeness in any photograph, video, or digital image without further consent by me and without payment or any compensation to me to which I would otherwise be entitled as a result of the use of my name or likeness.
MY UNDERSTANDING OF THIS RELEASE
I have read this release, I understand it, and I sign it freely with the knowledge and understanding that it is intended to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permitted under applicable law.