HORSEBACK RIDING LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY – THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT
By Electronically signing this form, I (the undersigned participant or parent/legal guardian of the participant), agree to the following on behalf of myself and/or the minor child named below:
This Waiver and Release of Liability (the “Agreement”) is entered into by the undersigned participant (the “Participant”) in favor of High 5 Birmingham Oddesty K & Associates, its employees, agents, officers, directors, partners, sponsors, affiliates, and all other persons or entities involved in the operation and management of the event "Saddle Up for Autism: A Day of Connection" (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Releasees").
1. Acknowledgment of Risk
I understand that participation in the Saddle Up for Autism: A Day of Connection event involves a variety of activities including, but not limited to:
• Horseback riding
• Moon walk / bouncy houses
• Train rides
• Carnival-style games
• Other physical, recreational, and interactive activities
I acknowledge that participation in these activities involves inherent risks, including but not limited to the risk of physical injury, emotional distress, and property damage.
2. Release of Liability
In consideration of being allowed to participate in the event, I, on behalf of myself and/or the minor named below, hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, AND DISCHARGE High 5 Birmingham, Oddesty K & Associates, all event partners, volunteers, staff, agents, sponsors, and affiliated organizations from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury that may be sustained during or as a result of participation in this event.
3. Assumption of Risk
I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risk of bodily injury, death, or property damage that may occur as a result of participating in any and all event activities.
4. Medical Treatment
I authorize event staff or volunteers to secure medical treatment in the event of an emergency and agree to be responsible for any associated costs.
5. Insurance: The Participant understands that the Releasees do not provide insurance coverage for the Participant, and it is the Participant’s responsibility to obtain adequate insurance coverage for any risks associated with horseback riding and related activities and other activities at this event.
6. Media Release: By signing this Agreement, the Participant grants permission to High 5 Birmingham Oddesty K & Associates and its affiliates to use any photographs, video, or other media taken during the event for promotional purposes, without compensation or approval.
7. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Alabama, without regard to its conflicts of law principles. Any legal action related to this Agreement shall be filed in the appropriate court in Jefferson County, Al.
8. Acknowledgment and Understanding: The Participant acknowledges that they have read and fully understand the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The Participant is aware of the risks associated with horseback riding, voluntarily accepts those risks, and agrees to be bound by this waiver.
9. Binding Agreement
I certify that I am at least 18 years of age and fully competent to enter into this waiver. If signing on behalf of a minor, I confirm that I am the child’s parent or legal guardian and have the legal authority to sign this waiver.