In consideration of participating in any of the activities outlined in paragraph 1 below, and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability River Town Adventures LLC, doing business as River Town Adventures as well as its owners, directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as “releasees”), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows:
1. I acknowledge that the sport of canoeing, kayaking, or paddling involve known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, death as a result of drowning or brain damage caused by near drowning; broken bones, torn ligaments or strains as a result of falls while launching or exiting the water, or while carrying a canoe or kayak; medical conditions resulting from physical activity; and damaged clothing or property. I understand such risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity.
2. I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the releasees. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate despite the risks. In addition, if at any time I believe that event conditions are unsafe or that I am unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately discontinue participation.
3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney's fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold harmless for all such fees and costs.
4. I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may suffer or cause while participating in this activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I have no medical or physical condition which could interfere with my safety in this activity, or else I am willing to assume - and bear the costs of - all that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition.
5. In the event I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state where Releasees' facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of the state shall apply.
6. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.
7. I agree to report all damage or lost items immediately at the end of the trip and pay for them at the time plus any collection or attorney fees that the livery incurs. Lost Life Vest (PFD) - $50, Lost Paddle - $100, Lost Kayak - $400, Lost Tandem Kayak - $800