PARTICIPANT WAIVER, RELEASE & ASSUMPTION OF RISK
In consideration of being permitted to participate in The Great McLean Turkey Trot, I, the participant, intending to be legally bound, hereby acknowledge and agree to the following:
I hereby waive, release, and forever discharge any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, liabilities, or rights that I may have against The Great McLean Turkey Trot, its organizers and Event Director(s), the McLean neighborhood, the McLean Homeowners Association (HOA), their respective officers, directors, agents, representatives, volunteers, sponsors, and employees, arising out of or related to my participation in the event.
This release applies to any and all injuries, illnesses, damages, losses, or claims that may occur before, during, or after the event, including claims arising from the negligence of the released parties to the fullest extent permitted by law. I understand that this release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by applicable law and is binding upon me and my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand that participating in a road race, run, or walk is a potentially hazardous activity and that participation involves inherent risks. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participating in this event, whether known or unknown, including but not limited to falls, collisions or contact with other participants, pedestrians, bicycles, or vehicles, uneven or defective road or sidewalk conditions, weather conditions, heat or cold, traffic, dehydration, illness, personal injury, and other risks ordinarily associated with running or walking events.
I represent that I am physically able to participate and that I will participate at my own pace and within my own abilities. I understand that I am responsible for stopping or withdrawing from the event if I feel that continuing would be unsafe.
MEDICAL TREATMENT
In the event of an illness, injury, or medical emergency arising during the event, I authorize the event organizers and their designated representatives to obtain or arrange reasonable emergency medical assistance or treatment on my behalf when deemed necessary. I understand that I am solely responsible for any costs associated with medical services, transportation, treatment, medications, or hospitalization.
PHOTOGRAPHY & RECORDING
I grant permission to the event organizers, the McLean neighborhood, and the McLean HOA, and their respective representatives, to photograph, record, and otherwise capture my image, likeness, voice, or participation during the event. I grant permission for such photographs, videos, and recordings to be used for legitimate purposes related to the event, including promotional, social media, community, and future event communications, without compensation to me.
EVENT CHANGES & CANCELLATION
I understand that the organizers reserve the right to modify, postpone, or cancel the event at any time due to weather, unsafe conditions, emergencies, circumstances beyond their control, or other conditions affecting the safety of participants, volunteers, or the community.
I understand that this is a free community event and that no registration fee is being charged.
AGREEMENT
By submitting my registration for The Great McLean Turkey Trot, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and voluntarily agree to this Waiver, Release, and Assumption of Risk.
For participants under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must complete the registration and acknowledge this waiver on behalf of the minor participant. By registering a minor, the parent or legal guardian represents that they have the authority to provide this consent and agree to the terms of this waiver on behalf of the minor and themselves, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
