Waiver of Liability and Release:

I, Participant, in consideration for my participation in the Event, release and forever discharge and hold harmless FoKLSS and its successors and assigns from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from the events hosted by FoKLSS that I participate in. I understand and acknowledge that this Release discharges FoKLSS from any liability or claim that I may have against FOKLSS with respect to bodily injury, personal injury, illness (including COVID-19), death, or property damage that may result from my participation in the Event.

Insurance:

Further I understand that FoKLSS does not assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health or disability benefits or insurance of any nature in the event of my injury, illness, death or damage to my property. I expressly waive any such claim for compensation or liability on the part of FOKLSS beyond what may be offered freely by FoKLSS in the event of such injury or medical expenses incurred by me.

Medical Treatment:

I hereby release and forever discharge the Releasee from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first-aid treatment or other medical services rendered in connection with an emergency during my tenure as a participant in the Event hosted by the Releasee.

Assumption of Risk:

I understand that the Event hosted by FoKLSS that I participate in may include activities that may be hazardous to me, including, but not limited to, walking, using observation equipment, boat travel, changes in weather, wildlife, working with others, exposure, work in and around water, transport to the location by vehicle, slips, trips and falls and similar inherently dangerous activities. As a participant, I hereby expressly assume the risk of injury or harm from these activities and release FOKLSS from all liability for injury, illness, death or property damage occurring while I am participating in events.

Other:

As a participant, I expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the law of British Columbia. I acknowledge that I have the right to seek independent legal advice regarding this Release and Waiver of Liability. I agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this Release is deemed invalid, the enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Release shall not be affected.

By signing below, I express my understanding and intent to enter into this Release and Waiver of Liability willingly and voluntarily.

Media Release:

In consideration for my participation in the Event, I also grant FOKLSS permission to take photos or digital recordings of me during the Event listed above. FOKLSS will retain exclusive rights to use these photos or digital recordings in publications, both print and electronic. I further consent that my name and identity may be revealed therein or by descriptive text or commentary. I understand that there will be no financial or other remuneration for recording me, either for initial or subsequent transmission or playback. I represent that I am at least 19 years of age, have read and understand the foregoing statement, and am competent to execute this agreement.