ORK & River's Alive Liability Release

I acknowledge that I am participating in the River's Alive Liberty County volunteering event with the Ogeechee Riverkeeper (ORK) in partnership with Keep Jenkins Beautiful (KLB) and the Jenkins Chamber of Commerce on December 3, 2022, related activities and other Ogeechee Riverkeeper events (referred to as the “Event”) involves an above average risk of personal injury to me and my property, and I knowingly and voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this CONSENT, WAIVER AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY. In consideration and exchange for being permitted to participate in this event, I agree to the following:

I am over eighteen (18) years of age, in good health and have no physical conditions that affect my ability to participate in the Event and have not been advised otherwise by a medical practitioner. I am covered by medical insurance, individually or as part of an organization. I agree that before I participate in any portion of the Event, I will inspect the related facilities, site, and equipment. I will immediately advise Event personnel of any unsafe condition that I observe. I will refuse to participate in the Event until all unsafe conditions have been remedied. I will abide by any safety guidelines made available to me. I consent to the use and publication of my name and image in all forms of media while participating in the Event.

I assume full responsibility for all risks associated with my participation in the Event and the risk of injury or damage caused by the condition of any property, facilities, or equipment used during the Event, which may not be foreseeable by anyone at any time. I hereby release, waive, discharge and agree not to sue the participants in the Event, Ogeechee Riverkeeper, and other Event sponsors or organizers, along with their parent companies, affiliates, and their successors and assigns (collectively referred to as the “Companies”), their respective employees, shareholders, members, officers, directors, agents, or volunteers for and from any injuries, death, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses that are caused or alleged to be caused by their negligent acts or omissions, or the condition of the property, facilities or equipment used for the Event.

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless all participants in the Event and the Companies and their employees, shareholders, members, officers, directors, agents, and volunteers from and against any claims, causes of action, damages, judgments, liabilities, fees (including attorney’s fees), costs and expenses incurred by Companies as a result of my unlawful actions or failures to act during the Event.

I agree to wear appropriate safety equipment, as may be established by industry or community standards and common safety practices, during all activities and competitions at the Event. In connection with any injury or other medical conditions I may experience during the Event, I authorize medical treatment deemed necessary by medical personnel if I am not able to act on my own behalf. I agree not to sue any applicable medical practitioners who may provide medical treatment to me for malpractice.

This waiver and release is a legally binding agreement and will be construed broadly to provide a waiver and release to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law. Any provisions found to be void or unenforceable shall be severed from this agreement, and not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provisions. The provisions of this agreement shall apply to the current Event and to any future Event.

I hereby release, waive, discharge and agree not to sue Ogeechee Riverkeeper and other Event sponsors or organizers and their affiliates, successors, assigns, employees, shareholders, members, officers, directors, agents, for and from any injuries, death, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses that are caused or alleged to be caused by their negligent acts or omissions, or the condition of the property, facilities or equipment, related to the Event.

Rivers Alive Waiver Portion:

Please read the following safety points and procedures and sign below.
1) Never work alone.
2) Always wear work gloves, shoes, and protective clothing.
3) Know the location of the first aid kit for your cleanup site.
4) Be careful when handling broken glass, sharp objects aerosol cans, and containers that may
contain chemicals or chemical residues. When in doubt - DON’T PICK IT UP!
5) Watch out for snakes, wasps, and hornets in debris piles and other vegetated areas.
6) Watch out for poison ivy and poison oak. If you are uncertain what it looks like, ask the event
organizer to point it out.
7) Do not disturb any large drum-like containers. Report the locations of such items to your zone
captain and/or event organizer.
8) Use common sense about lifting heavy objects. Get help. Don’t try and remove objects that
cannot be removed safely.
9) Stay clear of all and any animals in the area including dogs.
10) Report any accidents or injuries to your zone captain and/or event organizer immediately.
11) Be aware of river flow - fast moving water can be dangerous. Do not wade in water over your
knees.
12) Stay away from the water if you cannot swim.

I have read the above safety procedures that I am to follow while participating in this waterway cleanup. I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in this event and that I am responsible for my own safety. In case of emergency, please contact the person I have listed on this form.

MEDICAL RELEASE, PHOTO RELEASE, & LIABILITY WAIVER FORM
Voluntary - My participation in this River Cleanup is voluntary. I will select the activities in which I will participate. I will choose activities that are within my physical capacities. I will stay away from the water if I cannot swim and/or if I have any open cuts.
Assumption of Risk - I realize that during this Cleanup, there are several ways that I could potentially hurt myself if I am not careful or choose a task that I am not capable of doing. For example, I might choose to (a) clean up slippery stream and river banks, (b) canoe in or wade in streams or rivers that may contain strong currents or uneven bottoms, (c) clean up near highways or roads, (d) cut vegetation with sharp tools, (e) pick up sharp items, and (f) clean up in or near a stream or river that may contain harmful pollutants, bacteria, or parasites. I realize that my participation in any of these activities is strictly voluntary and that I assume the risks associated with these activities. I could: (a) receive cuts and abrasions, (b) lose personal property such as watches or jewelry, and (c) suffer serious bodily injury.
Waiver - I release the sponsors, organizers, volunteers, and site property owners (as well as all of their affiliates, directors, officers, trustees, employees, representatives, or agents) from all actions or claims of any kind that relate to my participation in the Cleanup. I understand and acknowledge that this waiver binds my heirs, administrators, executors, personal representatives, and assigns.
Hold Harmless - I hold the sponsors, organizers, volunteers, and site owners harmless and indemnify them against all actions or claims (including reasonable attorneys' fees, judgments and costs) with respect to any injuries, death, or other damages or losses, resulting from my participation in the Cleanup.
Medical Treatment - If I am injured during the Cleanup, the organizers or volunteers of the Cleanup may render medical services to me or request that others provide such services. By taking such action, the organizers and volunteers are not admitting any liability to provide or to continue to provide any such services and that such action is not a waiver by the organizers or volunteers of any rights under this release and waiver. Should I require transport to a medical facility as a result of an injury, I am financially responsible for such transportation and medical treatment costs. If I am injured during the Cleanup, it is my responsibility to seek appropriate medical care and to notify the Cleanup organizers. I understand that this waiver will have no bearing on any workers compensation claims that I may make as a result of my participation in this event.
Pictures - I agree that any pictures or videos taken of me or my children/dependents during the Cleanup can be used by Rivers Alive for future promotional campaigns.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE WITH THE CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT. ANY QUESTIONS I MAY HAVE HAD ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT WERE ANSWERED TO MY SATISFACTION.

I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING BELOW, I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS. I HAVE VOLUNTARILY SIGNED THIS RELEASE. I AGREE THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT ONLY BINDING ON ME BUT WILL ALSO BE BINDING UPON MY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, EXECUTORS, HEIRS AND NEXT OF KIN.