ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Read this Acknowledgment of Risk and Waiver of Liability carefully and in its entirety. It is a binding legal document. If you are under the age of 18, this form must be signed by you as the participant AND by your parent or legal guardian.
I, the undersigned, am aware that Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club, while recognized by Boise State University as a student organization and/or club, is separate and apart from the university. I further understand that Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club does not legally represent the university or have authority to bind the university in contract or by other means.
I, the undersigned, am aware that participation in Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club activities, dates and name of activity listed above (“Activity”) may include activities that are risky and dangerous. Both participant and their parent(s)/guardians (”I”) acknowledge and accept the risks and give permission for participation in the
Activity. I acknowledge that participation in this Activity has the following, non-exhaustive list, of risk and dangers from which bodily injury to myself, or my child, up to an including mortal injury, may occur: strenuous exertions of movement and strength using various muscle groups resulting in stress to the cardiovascular and/or skeletal systems, the presence of inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to: lightening, wind, rain or water, dangerous snow conditions, trees, rocks and rock fall, conditions and risks associated with hiking and backcountry locations; animals or other environmental hazards; risk associated with individual use of fire arms/archery/crossbow equipment within group activities; risk associated with individual use of fishing and tackle equipment within group activities; risk associated with transportation, if applicable; rendering of first-aid, emergency treatment or other services; consumption of food or drink; and other unknown or unanticipated risks
or dangers. I voluntarily accept full responsibility for any loss, property damage, physical or mental injury, death, and all other damages that may be sustained by me or my dependent, including without limitation loss or damage to property owned by me or my dependent or in my or my dependent’s possession, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and emotional harm, as a result of participation in the Activity. I further assume full responsibility for all such damages caused to others by my or my dependent’s conduct.
In consideration of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club permitting me or my dependent to participate in the Activity, I voluntarily consent to and accept all risks associated with participation. I agree to indemnify, defend, save, hold harmless, discharge and release the State of Idaho, Boise State University, Backcountry
Hunters and Anglers Club, their agents, officers and employees (“Releasees”) from any and all liability, claims, causes of action or demands of any kind and nature whatsoever, including attorney’s fees incurred by Releasee, that may arise from Releasees’ negligent conduct or from my own negligent or intentional conduct or
that of my dependent, in connection with my or my dependent’s participation in any activities related to the Activity.
I am aware that if I provide a vehicle to, at or from the activity site, or if I am a passenger in such a vehicle, the State of Idaho, Boise State University and/or Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club is not responsible for any damage or injury caused by or arising from my use of such transportation. Furthermore, I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for any action that I take that is outside the scope of the scheduled Activity, regardless if occurring before, during or after the period of the Activity. It is my express intent that this Acknowledgment of Risk and Waiver of Liability shall serve as a release, discharge and acceptance of risk for my heirs, estate, executor, administrator, assigns, and all members of my family.
MEDICAL INFORMATION
I hereby certify that, with or without accommodation, I have no health-related reasons or problems that preclude or restrict my participation in the Activity. I hereby consent to first aid, emergency medical care, and, if necessary, admission to an accredited hospital for executing such care or treatment for injuries that I may sustain while participating in the Activity.
I UNDERSTAND THAT I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL MEDICAL EXPENSES.
If I have a disability requiring accommodation, I will contact Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club’s advisor prior to the start of the Activity.
PHOTOGRAPHY RELEASE
I agree that you may photograph me in connection with the Activity. I agree that you shall be the exclusive owner of the photograph and all copyright and other rights of the photograph. I agree that you may use the photograph in any medium you wish, related to Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Club activities.
I GIVE PERMISSION TO PHOTOGRAPH:
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