By signing this Gravel Adventure Field Guide Release and Waiver of Liability (“Waiver”), and for consideration of participation in any Gravel Adventure Field Guide social ride or activities (“Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities”) including but not limited to social rides, clinics, rides, and programs, currently scheduled or forthcoming, I fully and completely waive and release Gravel Adventure Field Guide (“GAFG”), its partners, volunteers, and representatives, all state and local governments, sponsors, their representatives and successors and other persons (collectively, the “Releasees”), from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, and/or causes of action arising out of an injury to me (or my dependent) and from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, and/or cause of actions arising from, or relating to, my (or my dependent’s) participation or attendance in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. 

I understand that Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities involve strenuous physical activity associated with bicycling on varied terrain and/or over long distances potentially over the course of several days. I understand that physical activity, by its very nature, carries with it certain inherent risks. I assume all risks associated with participating in GAFG Activities relating to the risk of strenuous physical activity, collisions with other riders, vehicles, and pedestrians, or falling off my bicycle. I acknowledge that I (or my dependent) may incur minor injuries, major injuries, and catastrophic injuries including paralysis and death. I assume all risks from contact with other participants and volunteers (including, but not limited to, contracting a disease), negligent or wanton acts of other participants and volunteers, any defects of conditions of road surfaces (including uneven, wet, or frozen road surfaces, gravel on the road surface, or technical trail features and natural debris on natural surface trails), failure of cyclists, vehicles, and non-participants to observe traffic signals or laws, and the effects of weather including high heat, thunderstorms, lightning, precipitation, cold temperatures, high winds, and/or humidity. To the extent that applicable statute or case law does not prohibit releases for negligence, this release is also for negligence on the part of the Releases. I acknowledge that electric assisted bicycles may be permitted at GAFG Activities provided that such bikes are classified as bicycles under applicable state law. If I choose to ride an electric assisted bicycle in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, I understand the risks and requirements associated with use of an electric assisted bicycle. I assume all risks associated with consuming any food or drink available at the Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I am solely responsible for any adverse health effects from food or beverage consumption, regardless of any allergy, known or unknown, that I (or my dependent) may have. I agree not to consume alcohol or narcotics prior to or while cycling in the Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I acknowledge that my participation in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities may involve an overnight stay and time off my bicycle where I am still attending the Activities. I assume all risk for any and all activities in addition to cycling that I (or my dependent) engage in throughout the entirety of Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, including my (or my dependent’s) safety for the entirety of Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I agree to dress myself (or my dependent) appropriately as to mitigate risk of physical injury to myself (or my dependent) including, but not limited to: wearing shoes appropriate for strenuous cycling involved in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities; and dressing in conjunction with the weather. I understand that wearing a helmet that satisfies Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) standards is a requirement to participate in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I agree to wear a helmet that satisfies CPSC standards for the entirety of my participation in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I agree that the Releasees are not responsible for any personal items or property lost or stolen before, during, or after the Event. I agree to alert a volunteer if I leave the mapped route at any time and to check back in if I return to the route. I understand that Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities are unsupported. I understand that if I ride an unsupported route, I assume all associated risks therewith, including but not limited to the lack of law enforcement and traffic control, poor visibility, and a lack of assistance in case of an emergency. Weapons are strictly prohibited at all Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I agree not to bring a weapon of any kind to Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, including all Gravel Adventure Field Guide sponsored pre and Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. 

I attest that I (or my dependent) am medically and physically able to participate in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. If I experience any doubt as to my (or my dependent’s) ability to successfully and safely participate in and/or complete Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, I take full responsibility for consulting a physician. I attest that, if I (or my dependent) am pregnant, disabled in any way, or have recently suffered an illness, injury, or impairment, I (or my dependent) should have or did consult a physician prior to participating in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. 

I consent to emergency medical care and transportation in the event of injury to me (or my dependent) as medical professionals may deem appropriate. This Waiver extends to any liability arising out of, or in any way connected with, the medical treatment and transportation provided in the event of an emergency, including, but not limited to, negligent emergency rescue operations. Voluntary Participation I am fully aware of the risks connected with participation in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, whether specifically listed in this Waiver or not, and I voluntarily elect to participate in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities knowing that my participation involves these risks. My voluntary participation and waiver also acknowledge any additional risks occasioned by any inherent or previously-existing physical limitations, whether known to me or not, that I or my dependent may have. 

In consideration for being permitted to participate in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, I voluntarily agree for myself, my family, heirs, assigns, executors, and administrators to the following: 

1. TO ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS OF LOSS, OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH that may be sustained by me (or my dependent), or any loss or damage to property owned by me (or my dependent), as a result of participating in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. 

2. TO RELEASE, WAIVE, HOLD HARMLESS, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the Releasees from any and all liability, claims, actions, demands, expenses, attorney fees, breach of contract actions, breach of statutory duty or other duty of care, warranty, strict liability actions, and causes of action whatsoever, that I might have or may acquire in the future, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me (or my dependent), or to any property belonging to me (or my dependent), while participating in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities including, but not limited to, any claim that the act or omission complained of was caused in whole or in part by the negligence or carelessness of the Releasees.

I agree to observe all rules and safety procedures that accompany Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities and to abide by any decision of an event official relative to my (or my dependent’s) ability to safely participate in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities. I agree to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times and to obey all laws, including all applicable state and local laws and regulations governing cyclists. Gravel Adventure Field Guide and event officials may dismiss me (or my dependent), without refund, should my (or my dependent’s) behavior endanger the safety of or negatively affect an event, person, facility, or property of any kind. Contagious or Infectious Disease Acknowledgement I hereby acknowledge and understand my participation includes the possible exposure to and illness from contagious or infectious diseases, such as the 2019 novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”). I accept the risk of life-threatening illness, temporary or permanent disability, or even death. I understand that the Gravel Adventure Field Guide cannot guarantee that I will not become infected with a contagious or infectious disease and that being at this event may increase my risk of contracting such disease or illness. Further, I knowingly and voluntarily agree to follow all required and relevant federal, state, local, and Gravel Adventure Field Guide guidelines and recommendations to maintain the health and safety of event attendees. I will not participate in the ride if I am sick or if I have knowingly been exposed to someone with symptoms of an infectious or contagious disease. Prior to the event, I acknowledge and agree that I will fully and truthfully fill out and sign any waivers, releases, and/or questionnaires that may be required of me by the Gravel Adventure Field Guide as a condition to volunteering at the event. 

I agree that if any portion of this Waiver is deemed to be invalid, the remainder of the Waiver will still be binding and enforceable. 

By marking my initials in the Photography and Website Release section below, I hereby grant full permission to Grassroots Gravel Ltd. to use, reuse, reproduce, publish, or republish any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of my participation in Gravel Adventure Field Guide Activities, including all Gravel Adventure Field Guide sponsored pre and post event activities, in any medium now known or hereafter developed, alone or in conjunction with other material, without restriction as to changes or alterations, as well as to use my name, voice, likeness, and/or other indicia of identity, for editorial, educational, promotional, advertising, and commercial purposes, including without limitation in connection with the solicitation of contributions and the furtherance of the corporate objectives of the Gravel Adventure Field Guide I grant permission for Gravel Adventure Field Guide to publish and recognize my participation in Gravel Adventure Field Guide.