LIABILITY RELEASE AND PARENTAL CONSENT

Keweenaw Nordic Ski Festival

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MICHIGAN TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
 
Understanding and assumption of risk.  I understand there are inherent risks that cannot be eliminated in this activity.  I have been advised of probable risks regarding the activity provided by the Program.  I affirm that I have sufficient knowledge of the risks involved in this activity and understand that there are risks not specifically identified which are a part of the activity.  I am aware of these risks and I agree to follow all safety instructions and to ask questions if I do not understand.  I also acknowledge that, despite careful precautions, there are certain inherent risks of injury in this activity which each participant must assume if he or she desires to participate.  Therefore, I assume and accept all risks of and full responsibility for bodily injury, death, loss of personal property and any expenses which may be suffered by me resulting from any identified or unidentified dangers and risks and any negligence associated with my participation in this activity. Release of all claims.  I do hereby fully and forever release and discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Michigan Technological University, its Board of Control, employees and agents from any and all claims, demands, damages, or causes of action, present or future, whether the same be known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, for bodily injury, death or property damage resulting from or arising out of or in connection with my participation in the Program; excepting only such claims or causes of action arising from the willful misconduct by Michigan Technological University, its officers, agents or employees. I grant permission for the use of my name and/or likeness relating to my participation in this event, and I waive all rights to any future compensation to which I may otherwise be entitled as a result of the use of my name or likeness. By signing this form I acknowledge that I have read and understand this form.