You must read and agree to this Release of Liability Form before registering for the event. If you do not agree to this Release of Liability Form, your registration will be canceled.

In consideration of being permitted to attend GameSchoolCon, and on behalf of myself and my minor children as well as any minor children attending with me and identified on my registration form (collectively “Participants”), I hereby:

 

1. Agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless Blind Chicken Enterprises LLC, DBA GameSchoolCon, their directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents (collectively "GameSchoolCon") from any liability, loss, damage or cost that may occur or be incurred due to the Participants' participation in GameSchoolCon Events;


2. Release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue GameSchoolCon from all liability to Participants for any loss or damages, and any claim or demands on account of injury to or resulting in death of Participants, whether caused by the negligence of GameSchoolCon or of any other person;


3. Assume full responsibility for and risk of bodily injury or death, whether due to the negligence of the GameSchoolCon or otherwise. I expressly acknowledge and understand that accidents and injuries may occur while at GameSchoolCon Events and expressly assume all of the risks due to the negligence of GameSchoolCon and any others participating or contributing to GameSchoolCon Events;


4. Expressly agree, permit and assume the risk of any medical treatment which may be rendered and agree to expressly release and indemnify GameSchoolCon from any liability for providing, or failing to provide, any emergency medical treatment;


5. I understand that I am solely responsible for the welfare and safety of myself and my minor children or any minor children accompanying me to GameSchoolCon Events, and I agree to supervise my minor children or any minor children accompanying me to GameSchoolCon events, and that GameSchoolCon shall have no obligation to supervise Participants or any other individuals attending GameSchoolCon Events. I further understand that GameSchoolCon will not provide insurance for Participants at GameSchoolCon Events, and that Participants' personal insurance will apply;

                                                                                                                         
6. I agree to help encourage a safe and respectful atmosphere at GameSchoolCon Events by discussing with my family the responsibilities of being in a group that consists of a variety of ages -- young children, teens and adults. I agree to refrain from engaging in illegal activities of any kind, and I understand that I am solely responsible for the activities of myself and my minor children and any minor children accompanying me to GameSchoolCon Events;


7. I understand that Participants often take photos during GameSchoolCon Events and I agree that these photos may be used on GameSchoolCon’s website, on related websites, and in GameSchoolCon publications. I further expressly agree that the foregoing release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of California, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

All registered guests, exhibitors, staff members, volunteers, speakers, demo teams, Gamerunners, and other participants are expected to demonstrate respect for the space we are occupying and the other people who are sharing it.  Specifically, this means abiding by the following rules:
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- All attendees must wear their badge so that it is visible to staff members and volunteers.

- Please do not bring outside food (not purchased from the hotel) into conference space, and be mindful of food and drink in gaming areas.

- Return all Board Game Library game components to their box and return games to the Board Game Librarian before the BGL closes each evening.

- Be respectful of the hotel space and their hardworking staff.  They are our partners in creating this event for all of us. 

- There is no childcare provided at GameSchoolCon.  Make sure you know where your children are and what they are doing.  

- Monitor your belongings and turn found items in to the info/registration desk.  GameSchoolCon is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

- Underage alcohol or marijuana use will result in expulsion and no refund will be issued.

- No illegal drug use of any kind at GameSchoolCon.  Violation may result in expulsion and no refund will be issued.

- There is no smoking or vaping allowed anywhere within the hotel building.  Go outside and use designated smoking areas.

- No weapons are allowed at GameSchoolCon, including tasers, "decorative" knives, or sword canes.  Violation may result in expulsion and no refund will be issued.

- Cosplay weapons (only nonfunctional props allowed!) are subject to inspection and tagging by GameSchoolCon staff.  

- Cosplay and street clothes alike must, at minimum, cover body parts usually covered by a bathing suit.  

- LARPing, Quiddich, Nerf battles, etc. must be organized by conference staff or volunteers.  Violation may result in expulsion and no refund will be issued.

- GameSchoolCon strives to be a safer environment for all people regardless of race, gender, class, religion, size, or ability.  If you are not able to leave your racism, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, ableism, classism, or any other form of bigotry at home, we suggest you stay at home and do not attend GameScholCon.  Harassment, bullying, or mistreatment of other GameSchoolCon guests, staff, volunteers, Gamerunners, demo teams, or hotel staff may result in expulsion and no refund will be issued.