PLEASE READ THIS FORM CAREFULLY, and be aware that by signing up and participating in BEAR’s ropes challenge course, you will be waiving and releasing all claims for injuries arising out of these programs that you might sustain. The terms “I”, “me” and “my” refer to both adult and youth participants, as well as parents or guardians of youth participants.. I understand that participants and parents share the responsibility for participants’ safety, for assessing the risks, and for determining the participant’s suitability for the program in which he/she will participate. I have accurately completed any required BEAR medical forms and have reviewed all BEAR program information provided to me. I agree to obey all BEAR rules, regulations, and policies. I have no mental or physical problems or limitations that might affect my ability to participate that have not been disclosed to BEAR in writing. I have had the opportunity to ask questions about the program activities and the risks of the program in which I will participate. I understand and acknowledge that the program(s) in which I will participate has risks and it is impossible to anticipate every activity in which I will engage. I understand I will be participating as part of a group in activities of varying physical degree and these endeavors may involve strenuous exertion. These activities may be instructional, educational, or adventurous and may include but are not limited to: ropes and/or challenge courses (traversing ropes suspended off the ground, potentially at great heights, swinging or traveling by a cable and pulleys and other such activities); physical problem solving activities; rock climbing; vehicle travel and travel by public, chartered or other conveyance; rescue scenarios; yoga, jogging, walking and stair climbing. I understand that I may engage in other activities not listed above. The planned program may be modified for any number of reasons, including convenience, weather, emergencies or unexpected conditions. I have the option to decline to participate in any activity. I acknowledge that participating in BEAR programming involves inherent risks and other risks, hazards, and dangers including some not listed above that can cause or lead to death, injury, illness, property damage, mental or emotional trauma, or disability. I understand that BEAR cannot assure my safety or eliminate all of these risks. I agree to assume all of the risks of the activities of my participation in the BEAR program. I also give permission for me or my youth participant to ride with BEAR staff and volunteers to or from program destinations. Drivers must carry auto liability insurance and seatbelts must be worn by passengers at all times. By signing below I agree to fully absolve BEAR and the driver from liability for any damages, injuries, or losses which might be sustained during transport. *