hereby agree to the terms set forth in this Waiver, Agreement and Liability Release.
All parts of this agreement shall apply to me, and the children/legal wards listed above. (We will collectively call ourselves "I," "Me," or "My" throughout this agreement). The Waiver, Agreement and Liability Release is intended to be valid and binding at all times, now and in the future when Stable permits me (directly or indirectly) to engage in any or all of the activities.
IT IS HEREBY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
I have requested to engage in any or all of The Activities, per the agreement to the terms of this Waiver, Agreement and Liability Release, I can confirm that I am aware of the following: Under North Carolina law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting exclusively from the inherent risks of equine activities. Chapter 99E of the North Carolina General Statutes.
1. RISKS
a. I understand that anyone riding or near an equine ("equine" refers to a horse or pony) can suffer bodily and other injuries. Among other things, equines are unpredictable by nature. For example, when frightened, angry or under stress, an equine's natural instincts are to jump forward or sideways or run away from danger by trotting or galloping. Equines are also known to kick, buck, bolt (run away with or without a rider or handler), rear up, strike or bite. I know that equine can do these and other dangerous things without warning. I also understand that all equines are powerful and potentially dangerous.
b. Furthermore, I understand that riding or being near an equine can expose me to numerous hazards, which could include, for example; the possibility of an equine behaving in ways that may result in injury, hard or death to person(s) on or around them; the unpredictability of an equine's reaction to such things as sounds, sudden movement, unfamiliar objects, persons or other animals. I understand these risks and dangers inherent in equine activities and I agree to assume them. I also understand that these are just some of the risks and agree to assume others. I am not relying on Oakwood Sport Horses LLC to list all possible risks.
c. Have you ever had a prior riding related accident? If yes, you are confirming that you have disclosed in full context your past history of any equine riding related accidents, and have fully informed the agents of Oakwood Sport Horses, LLC. It is understood that as a precaution, it will be strongly recommended to purchase a properly fitted safety riding vest to continue riding in our program, or you waive the right to hold any agents of Oakwood Sport Horses, LLC, liable for any potential risks associated with horseback riding and for lack of recommended safety gear.
2. LIABILITY RELEASE
a. As consideration for riding or being near horses (regardless of who owns them) and/or receiving riding instruction or guidance from Riding Instructor or any other approved agents of Oakwood Sport Horses LLC at any location, I agree to assume full responsibility for any and all bodily injuries or damages which I may sustain at any time before, during or after receiving these services. The term "damages" means, for example, medical expenses; any losses incurred because of bodily injury or property damages and/or personal property damages. I, for my administrators, personal representatives, trustees, trust members, heirs, assigns and others acting on their behalf of and form any and all claims, demands, damages, actions, omissions, suits or causes of action (present and future), whether the same be known or unknown, anticipated and unanticipated, resulting from or arising out of my bodily injury or damage that may be sustained, or property damage which may occur at any time - now or in the future - as a result of engaging in any or all of The Activities at any location (except is such injury or damage is directly caused by the Stable's gross negligence or willful misconduct)
b. WARNING: Under North Carolina law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting exclusively from the inherent risks of equine activities. Chapter 99E of the North Carolina General Statutes.
3. INDEMNIFICATION
I also agree to indemnify and hold harmless Oakwood Sport Horses LLC, Victoria Kalvacev, Rhianne Gregory, and their respective officers, members, employees, agents, representatives, trustees, trust members, heirs, assigns and others acting on their behalf against all damages which are sustained or suffered by any third person(s) ("Third Persons" are any and all people who are not party to this Agreement, including but not limited to my relatives, guests, other stable visitor or patrons, etc, including any and all injuries or damages whatsoever that I may cause, directly or indirectly, while engaging in any or all of The Activities at any time and at any location. This indemnification shall include reimbursement or Stable's reasonable attorney fees.
4. ASTM/SEI HEADGEAR
I agree to be fully responsible for my own safety at all times while on or off the Stable property or under Stable's discretion. Stable has advised me that, for my own protection, I should purchase and wear properly fitted and secured ASTM-standard SEI-certified protective equestrian headgear for use when riding or when near equines. I am not relying on the Stable to provide a certified helmet for me, to check any helmet or helmet strapI may wear, or to monitor my compliance with this suggestion at any time - now or in the future. Helmets are required for anyone participating in any equine related activity, no exceptions.