I am participating voluntarily in Meewasin Valley Authority’s (Meewasin’s) public programming, and acknowledge that I am aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with this activity including, but not limited to:

• falling;
• contact with, or colliding or being struck by equipment, other individuals or other fixed objects;
• failing to participate within one’s abilities and within designated areas;
• becoming lost or separated from the group;
• failure to properly use any piece of equipment or from the mechanical failure of any piece of equipment;
• sudden extreme weather conditions which may result in heat exhaustion, heat stroke, frostbite, hypothermia, and/or unsafe travel conditions;
• encounters with animals or plants including allergic reactions;
• participants may experience anxiety or embarrassment while challenging themselves during the program;
• that the risk of injury increases as the participant becomes fatigued;
• that the risk of injury is reduced if the participant follows all rules established for participation;
• injuries sustained may be severe and/or cause death; and,
• that there is a risk that I could be exposed to COVID-19 while attending public programming being offered by Meewasin.

I agree to assume the above risk or personal injury, or property loss resulting from participation in the Meewasin public programming, and any acts or omissions of any Meewasin employee or representative or anyone acting for or on their behalf. I also consent to permitting Meewasin staff to administer first aid treatment in the event of illness or injury.

On behalf of myself, my heirs, personal representatives, and executors, I hereby release, discharge, indemnify, and hold harmless Meewasin and its officers, directors, agents, and employees from any and all claims, causes of action, or demands of any nature related to my services as a volunteer; including but not limited to accidents or injuries.