IMPORTANT: THIS DOCUMENT WAIVES CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING.
Assumption of Risk
I understand that participating in activities at Blue Sky Acres (“BSA”) involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- surface or subsurface hazards;
- the propensity of equines to behave unpredictably;
- sudden sounds, movements, or unfamiliar objects or animals;
- collisions with equines, animals, people, or objects;
- the actions of other participants, including failure to control an equine.
- I acknowledge these risks for myself and/or my child/ward and voluntarily choose to participate.
Release of Liability
In consideration of participation in activities at BSA, I, for myself, my child/ward, and our heirs, executors, and assigns, hereby release and hold harmless Blue Sky Acres, its Board of Directors, employees, volunteers, instructors, contractors, and affiliated organizations from any and all claims of injury, loss, or damage arising out of participation in BSA activities, including activities occurring outside the primary program such as property maintenance, work projects, transportation, caregiving, or horse exercising.
Georgia Equine / Farm Animal Liability Law
I acknowledge the following warning under Georgia law:
“Under Georgia law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in an equine activity resulting from the inherent risk of equine activity.”
(O.C.G.A. Title 4, Chapter 12)
Acknowledgment
By signing below, I acknowledge that:
- I have read and fully understand this document.
- I am signing voluntarily and without coercion.
- I understand that I am waiving certain legal rights.