7^th Annual Mineral Belt Freestyle Nordic Tour

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE

In consideration of the rights and privileges associated with “participation in the 7^th Annual Mineral Belt 10km Freestyle Nordic Tour”, I acknowledge and agree to be bound by the following:

1.     Identification of Risks: I understand that participation in any ski activity, including but not limited to, preparation for, participation in, coaching and related activities in Nordic freestyle competitions, involve risk of serious injury, including permanent disability, death, and other losses, both to me and my property. I understand that these injuries and losses might result not only from my actions, but the inactions, or negligence of others.

2.     Assumption of Risks: I agree that I am responsible for my safety while participating in the Activity and that such responsibility includes participating in the Activity only: a) when I am both physically and psychologically prepared to participate safely, b) after fully familiarizing myself with the venue before beginning the Activity, c) while using the equipment of a type and condition necessary to participate in the Activity. I assume all risks for any injury or loss connected with my participation in the Activity.

3.     Waiver: Aware of the risks and willing to assume them. I hereby waive, release, and hold harmless Colorado Mountain College, the Ski Area Operations program, the Events Management class, officers, directors, employees, agents, trainers, doctors, officials, event organizers and sponsors from all claims by me for any liability, injury, loss or damage in any way connected with my participation in the Activity. The terms of this agreement shall serve as a release and assumption of risk for my relatives, personal representatives, heirs, beneficiaries, next of kin or assigns who might pursue any legal action or claim on my behalf.

4.     Applicable Law: This waiver and release in formed under and is to be interpreted consistent with the laws of the State of Colorado.

5.     Insurance: I currently have, and agree to maintain throughout the time that I participate, valid and sufficient medical accidental insurance. I understand that this is my sole responsibility and release all persons and entities from providing this coverage for me.

I hereby certify that I am voluntarily signing this release and assumption of risk and acknowledge that I have read this document and understand it will bind me, my sole responsibility and release all persons and entities from providing this coverage from me.

Signature: __________________________________________________________

Printed Name: ___________________________________ Date: _______________