In consideration for being permitted to participate in the identified Muppies DC Ski Event activity, I, for myself and for my personal representative, assigns, heirs, and next of kin, do:
- ACKNOWLEDGE that I understand the nature of skiing activities, that I am physically and mentally qualified to participate in such activities, and that it is my own responsibility to be appropriately clothed and equipped for that activity. I understand that the activity may be conducted over public roads and may involve facilities open to the general public and that hazards of traveling are to be expected. I agree that it is my responsibility to immediately discontinue participating in the activity if at any time I believe conditions to be unsafe or that I do not have the requisite skills for a particular trail or activity.
- ACKNOWLEDGE that skiing and other outside winter sports involve risks and the danger of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis, and death. I understand that the volunteer trip leader and Muppies are not responsible for screening participants for ability, proper attire, or equipment. I understand that there may be additional risks and expenses incurred as a result of participating in this activity, such as car breakdown expenses, stolen or damaged equipment, to name but two examples. I fully assume and accept all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damage I may incur as a result of my participation in the activity. It is my responsibility to obtain in advance any insurance coverage that I may want to cover the risk of such losses, costs, and damage.
- ACKNOWLEDGE that the Muppies DC is an unincorporated association of individuals organized and brought together by a common interest in enjoying the healthful sport of skiing in the wintertime. Muppies DC is uninsured. Those who agree to take part in its activities and scheduled trips do so at their own risk. Muppies DC Ski Event is affiliated with Muppies, Inc.. Those who participate in Muppies DC activities and who are not members of the Muppies have no legal interest in or claim to any insurance benefits that may exist in favor of members of Muppies who suffer injury while participating in a Muppies activity.
- ACKNOWLEDGE that Muppies Inc., Muppies DC, and all Muppies-related activities are not affiliated with the ski resort and its accommodations in any way.
- RELEASE, DISCHARGE, AND AGREE TO HOLD HARMLESS Muppies DC and Muppies Inc., their officers, administrators, directors, agents, and the volunteer trip leader for this activity, from all liability, claim, or demand relating to loss or injury on my account. In the event that any suit or action is brought directly or indirectly on my behalf against any of the named parties in connection with any loss or injury sustained in connection with an Muppies-sponsored activity, I agree to indemnify the named parties as regards any expenses that may be incurred in defending against such suit or action.
- I grant permission for Muppies DC and Muppies Inc. to use my photograph, videotape, motion picture recording or any other record of my use of its facilities for legitimate purposes.
I have read this agreement form, fully understanding its terms and conditions and the waiver of rights contained herein. I SIGN IT FREELY OF MY OWN VOLITION. If any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect.