2026 Steiner Ranch Turkey Trot — Participant Waiver, Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Medical Authorization
In consideration for being permitted to participate in the 2026 Steiner Ranch Turkey Trot, including the 5K, Kids K, related activities, packet pickup, pre-race and post-race activities (collectively, the “Event”), I acknowledge and agree to the following:
I understand that participation in running, walking and related Event activities involves inherent and other risks that may result in injury, illness, disability, death or damage to property. These risks include, but are not limited to, falls; uneven, wet or slippery surfaces; road and trail conditions; curbs; vehicles and traffic; other participants, spectators or animals; weather, heat, cold or humidity; physical exertion; dehydration; equipment; course hazards; and the acts or omissions of others.
I voluntarily choose to participate and knowingly and freely assume all risks associated with participation in the Event, whether known or unknown and whether caused by me, another participant, a third party or otherwise.
IMPORTANT RELEASE OF LIABILITY
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, I HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE AND DISCHARGE A HEALTH AND WELLNESS LLC, THE STEINER RANCH TURKEY TROT, THE STEINER RANCH MASTER ASSOCIATION, EVENT DIRECTORS, PROPERTY OWNERS, SPONSORS, VENDORS, CONTRACTORS, TIMING PROVIDERS, VOLUNTEERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS AND REPRESENTATIVES (COLLECTIVELY, THE “RELEASED PARTIES”) FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, DAMAGES, LOSSES, LIABILITIES OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO MY PARTICIPATION IN THE EVENT, INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING FROM THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF ANY RELEASED PARTY, TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY TEXAS LAW.
This release is intended to be binding upon me and my heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and assigns.
I represent that I am physically capable of participating in the Event and am responsible for determining whether I am sufficiently healthy and prepared to participate. I understand that the Event organizers do not provide medical advice and that I should consult a medical professional if I have questions concerning my ability to participate.
I agree to follow all Event rules, course markings, traffic controls and instructions from Event officials, law enforcement, medical personnel and volunteers. I understand that Event officials may remove me from the Event if they reasonably believe continued participation presents a safety concern.
If I become injured or ill during the Event and am unable to provide consent, I authorize Event personnel to obtain emergency medical evaluation, treatment and transportation that they reasonably believe necessary. I understand that I am responsible for any costs associated with medical care or transportation provided to me.
I understand that the Event may be modified, postponed or canceled because of weather, emergency conditions, public safety concerns, governmental action or other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the organizers. Registration fees are non-refundable unless otherwise expressly stated by the Event organizers. Bibs and registrations may not be transferred except through an official transfer process authorized by the Event.
I grant A Health and Wellness LLC and the Event permission to photograph, record and otherwise capture my image, likeness and voice during the Event and to use such materials for legitimate Event-related promotional, informational and archival purposes without compensation to me.
I acknowledge that personal property brought to the Event is at my own risk and that the Released Parties are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged property except to the extent required by law.
For participants under 18 years of age:
I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor participant identified in this registration, or that I otherwise have legal authority to provide this consent. I have read and understand this waiver and consent to the minor's participation in the Event. I agree to the assumption of risk, medical authorization and other terms above on behalf of myself and, to the extent permitted by law, on behalf of the minor participant.
By electronically signing or accepting this agreement, I acknowledge that I have carefully read and understand it, that I am giving up substantial legal rights, including certain rights to sue, and that I agree to its terms voluntarily.
