Riding Academy of Mann Castle

AGREEMENT FOR RELEASE AND WAIVER The undersigned “Student”, does hereby acknowledge and assume the risk of participation in any and all horse, camp, party and farm, maintenance or construction related activities in association with The Ajax Riding Academy Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “TARA”), and/or Pine Point Farms Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Spirit Run”) of Ontario. The Student voluntarily assumes all risk of loss, damage, illness, or injury that may be sustained while so engaged or as a result thereof, including death. The Student agrees to hold harmless, release, and indemnify TARA and Spirit Run from any claim. The Student further agrees to release and agrees not to make or bring any claim of any kind against TARA or Spirit Run, or their respective shareholders, officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents and/or other persons making property available for the Student, and agents in any location where these activities are conducted, and/or property are used, of and from all claims which may hereafter accrue on account of any injury, loss, or damage, which the Student may suffer, because of any matter, thing, condition, negligence or default whatsoever. The Student agrees not to make any claims against any other person or entity which might claim contribution from, or to be indemnified by, any of the above parties. The Student hereby accepts the full risk and danger of any hurt, injury, or damage that may occur through or by reason of any matter, thing, condition negligence or default, of any person or persons whatsoever, including death. The Student accepts and assumes all the above risks of injury, including death for any child (or children) of the Student. I represent and warrant that I have the authority to give this release. The Student has been fully informed that they can better protect against injuries by wearing approved protective equestrian head gear with a fixed harness, riding boots and chest protection while mounting, riding, dismounting and being around horses and other animals. The Student has been informed that many areas of the farm including, but not limited to, the creek, the ravine, the older barns, etc. are not to be entered under any circumstances due to the risk of injury. I fully accept all responsibilities for my actions and that of my child or children and guests. I understand that saddle girths may loosen during a ride and that we must alert the nearest guide as quickly as possible so action can be taken to avoid slippage of saddle and a potential fall from the animal. There are inherent risks of riding horses to the safety of unborn children and the Student must not ride or be around horses during pregnancy. The person executing this release acknowledges that there is a valid consideration in executing this release. The invalidity of any statement or waiver of rights above under law does not invalidate any other statement or waiver of rights. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES The Student understands that horses are independent living beings with their own minds and, as such, can never be entirely predictable and that there are risks in Equestrian activities including permanent disability or death. I am aware that at all times when in the stables or working around horses it is my responsibility to be alert and respectful of horses’ intentions signaled with their ears and eyes and carried out with their teeth and hooves, speak in a reassuring tone when approaching horses and avoid sudden movements or noises, never leave horses unattended with stall door open, in the stable aisles, while they are cross tied, or in the riding arena, always lead horses properly with a lead shank, always wear appropriate clothing including rugged boots and approved helmet, pick up and replace tack equipment in the barn or arena, know the locations of emergency telephones, ambulance and veterinarian’s phone numbers, and farm staff on duty, know all fire emergency procedures and never smoke or be intoxicated in the stable or allow others to do so, read and obey all posted information and warnings, comply promptly with all verbal directions of stable personnel, officers, and instructors unless I believe that by so doing I will endanger myself, other people, or horses, in which case I will immediately express my opinion to the person involved, refrain from acting in any manner that may cause or contribute to my injury or the injury of other people or horses, never ride alone or at night, check all equipment and tack including the saddle, girth straps, bridle, bit and curb strap prior to use for signs of weakness and proper adjustment, use proper equipment and attire including approved headgear with the chin harness snugly fastened at all times and approved boots with heels, ride in control only on horses rated with my ability level, be constantly aware of, anticipate, and be able to avoid nearby horses, people, and obstacles, natural and man - made hazards, never tailgate and always audibly alert riders and people on the ground in advance of changes in direction or when overtaking another horse, read and abide by all TARA and Spirit Run Safety Manuals and posted warnings. I understand that this is only a partial list, and I must be safety conscious and exercise should judgment at all times. Anyone found to be endangering themselves, other people, or horses faces immediate revocation of riding privileges. Please sign and date to verify that you have read and understand the above Student responsibilities: