In consideration of you accepting this entry, I, the participant, intending to be legally bound do hereby waive and forever release any and all rights and claims for damages or injuries that I may have against the Event Director, RunSignup.com, and all of their agents assisting with the event, sponsors and their representatives, volunteers and employees for any and all injuries to me or my personal property. This release includes all injuries and/or damages suffered by me before, during or after the event. I recognize, intend and understand that this release is binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, or assignees.

I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able to do so and properly trained. I assume all risks associated with running in this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, traffic, and course conditions, and waive any and all claims which I might have based on any of those and other risks typically found in running a road race. I acknowledge all such risks are known and understood by me. I agree to abide by all decisions of any race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I certify as a material condition to my being permitted to enter this race that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained for the completion of this event and that a licensed Medical Doctor has verified my physical condition.

In the event of an illness, injury or medical emergency arising during the event I hereby authorize and give my consent to the Event Director to secure from any accredited hospital, clinic and/ or physician any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care. I agree that I will be fully responsible for payment of any and all medical services and treatment rendered to me including but not limited to medical transport, medications, treatment and hospitalization.

As it applies to my participation in this race, I agree to abide by the Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s recommendations for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 and attest to having read the CDC’s guidance at: https://www.cdc.gov. I also agree to abide by any COVID-19 distancing and other safety guidelines issued by the state, the community or by this race for my participation in this race.

Further, I grant permission to all the foregoing to use my name, voice and images of myself in any photographs, motion pictures, results, publications or any other print, videographic or electronic recording of this event for legitimate purposes.

This event follows the standard running industry policy: All entry fees are non-refundable. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control such as a natural disaster or emergency or as required to protect the safety of participants and staff. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. We reserve the right to change the details of the event without prior notice. I understand that my entry fee is nonrefundable and bib numbers are non transferable.

By submitting this entry, I acknowledge (or a parent or adult guardian for all children under 18 years) having read and agreed to the above release and waiver including the no refund policy.

I acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to participate in the 2025 Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike a race event in the Verdugo Mountains, on May 4, 2025, from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon ("the Race"), co-sponsored by the City of Glendale's Community Services & Parks Department ("the City") and the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation ("the Foundation").
I understand and agree that I will be running and hiking in the Race, which will take place outdoors in the Verdugo Mountains on hiking trails, fire roads, or other "off-trail" areas which often contain steep and uneven natural surfaces. Running and hiking in those areas have risks, including (but not limited to) the risk of: falling; heat exhaustion; cold or hot weather conditions; insect or animal bites; poisonous plants; cuts and scrapes; falling rocks or trees; and collision with other runners, hikers, spectators, motor vehicles, or fixed objects. The City will offer a shuttle or van, operated by a private firm, which I may ride to and from the finish line. I understand and acknowledge that Ready, Set...Time! LLC ("Ready Set Time") will time me in the Race. I agree to bring drinking water and food, and to wear my own protective body clothing and closed-toe shoes for trail running and hiking.
I represent that: (1) I am in good physical condition and emotional health; (2) I am not suffering from any condition, disease, or disability that can hinder or endanger my participation in the Race; (3) a licensed medical doctor has examined me, and I am qualified to participate in trail running and hiking; (4) I have sufficiently trained for this Race; and (5) I am capable of participating in the Race without accommodation.
AND HAVE A RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH. I AM FULLY AWARE THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THIS TRAIL RUNNING AND HIKING ACTIVITY WITH MY KNOWLEDGE OF THE INHERENT RISKS AND HAZARDS INVOLVED. I HEREBY AGREE TO ACCEPT ANY AND ALL RISKS OF INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AS LAWFUL CONSIDERATION for the City's and the Foundation's permitting me to participate in this Race, I HEREBY AGREE that I, my heirs, distributees, guardians, legal representatives, and assigns WILL NOT MAKE A CLAIM AGAINST, SUE, OR PROSECUTE the City, the Foundation, RaceWire, or their officers, directors, contractors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, or affiliates for injury, death, or damage arising out of the negligence or other acts, howsoever caused, by the City, the Foundation, RaceWire, or their officers, directors, contractors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, or affiliates, as a result of my participation in this Race.
In addition, I HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, AND AGREE TO "INDEMNIFY" (TO COMPENSATE AND TO DEFEND) the City, the Foundation, RaceWire, and their officers, directors, contractors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, or affiliates from and against ALL ACTIONS, CLAIMS, OR DEMANDS that I, my heirs, distributees, guardians, legal representatives, or assigns now have, or may later have from today, for injury, death, or damage arising out of my participation in this Race.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT TO INDEMNIFY BETWEEN MYSELF, THE CITY, THE FOUNDATION, AND RACE WIRE; AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL. Check All Boxes That Apply: I am signing this form for myself. I am the Participant. Name (Printed):

I am signing this form for my child(ren). I am the Parent or Guardian. Child(ren)’s Name(s) (Printed):

By my signature below, I certify that I am eighteen (18) years of age or older: