Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement
For and in consideration of Acres of Hope Youth Ranch (6665 Rickreall Rd.; 97351) allowing me, the undersigned, to participate as a member or volunteer in any and all events and activities; I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Agreement (the "Agreement"): A. RULES AND REGULATIONS: I hereby agree to be subject to, bound by, and observe, verbal or written, all applicable provisions of the bylaws, rules, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and any other applicable governing documents of Acres of Hope Youth Ranch. B. STATEMENT OF HEALTH AND SAFETY: I understand that archery, horses, and all other ranch activities are physically demanding and hereby certify that I am in good health and in proper physical condition and do not have any mental or physical conditions or impairments which would preclude my ability to safely participate in such activities. I further agree that I am responsible for my own health and safety at any Events/Activities on the premises, and thatI will immediately discontinue participation in any Events/Activities if I have any health or safety concerns. C. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: I knowingly, willingly and voluntarily acknowledge the inherent risks associated with participation in the sport of archery, horses, all other ranch activities, and my presence on the property (6665 Rickreall Rd I understand that my participation in anything on the ranch involves risks and dangers including, without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, sickness and disease (including communicable diseases, virus or bacteria), trauma, pain & suffering, permanent disability, paralysis and death; loss of or damage to personal property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; facilities or premises issues, including hazards resulting in slips, trips and falls; accidents involving other participants, staff, volunteers, spectators or the general public; contact or exposure to other participants, including participants of varying skill levels; adverse weather conditions; travel risks; equipment failure, including protective equipment; inadequate safety measures; situations beyond the immediate control of the organizers; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers ("Risks" Under Oregon Law, ORS 30.687 to 30.697, an Equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities. D. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that the aforementioned Risks may be caused in whole or in part or result directly or indirectly from the negligence of my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in or volunteering at the ranch, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby voluntarily and knowingly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my presence on the property (6665 Rickreall Rd E. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNITY: In conjunction with my participation, or my minor's participation, in any Events, I hereby release, waive and covenant not to sue, and further agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the following parties: Acres of Hope Youth Ranch, participants (including youth, parents, guardians, and families), the owner, organizer, promoters, sponsors or advertisers of any Event or Events; any charity or other beneficiary associated with the Events; the owners, lessors or managers of any facilities or premises where an Event takes place; and all directors, officers, agents, administrators, contractors, employees or volunteers of any of the aforementioned parties (Individually and Collectively, the "Released Parties" or "Event Organizers"), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss or expense