Event Release & Waiver
I, {name}, hereby declare that I freely and voluntarily choose to attend and participate in the Iowa Leather Weekend event (ILW), owned and operated by The Blazing Saddle, Inc. 416 E 5th St. Des Moines, IA 50309, held at THE BLAZZING SADDLE, THE GARDEN NIGHTCLUB, AND OTHER IOWA LEATHER WEEKEND VENUES on 10/7/2022 to 10/9/2022 and organized by Iowa Leather Weekend and associated organizations by my own consent.
I am aware that activities related to this event are sexually explicit and are meant for the safe, sane, and consensual interaction of adults (regardless of gender identity or sexual preference). I am aware that such activities involve activities of a sexual nature. I am not offended by the behaviors, lifestyles, and/or objects used therein, nor am I offended by the terms, methods, and/or objects used to convey such information. I understand and fully agree that any and all activities taking place during the event are intended for recreation and/or entertainment.
I understand that this event may involve activities that carry certain risks and/or dangers, including the risk of serious injury or death. I accept the risks of injury and/or death and I release, hold harmless, and indemnify Iowa Leather Weekend; its members and volunteers; other event participants; co-hosting organizations and their members, sponsors, and their staff; and the owners, management, and staff of the hosting venue(s) from liability for any and all injury and/or harm that may occur during the event. I declare that I have taken all possible steps to reduce chances of injury and/or harm to myself and to others. I agree to have read the safety rules and abide by the safety rules posted at the event and to obey event staff, owners, and volunteers.
I agree to personally inspect all available premises, facilities, and equipment and make my own independent judgement as to the use thereof. I further understand that Iowa Leather Weekend and its affiliates are not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen personal property.
I am not a member of a religious, political, governmental, law enforcement, or activist group whose purpose is to prevent or oppose such events listed above.
I agree to not take any pictures or video of the events listed above or its participants without the permission of Iowa Leather Weekend and/or individual consent. I agree that official pictures from the above listed events may be used for marketing and/or advertising purposes.
This release is binding to my heirs, successors, and assigns. If any provisions or clauses of this Event Release & Waiver are found to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason by a court of law, the remaining provisions and clauses shall continue in full force or effect. Any disputes regarding this Event Release & Waiver shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Iowa District Court for Polk County.
I certify, by way of state issued identification, that I am 21 years of age or older. I hereby agree to be bound by the terms of this Event Release & Waiver.