In addition to the learning objectives set forth by the coaches, students are expected to contribute to the success of the experience by doing their fair share of work, by listening to and respecting TrekNorth staff and peers, and by making decisions based on safety of self, others, and the environment.  Students are also expected to abide by the rules set forth in the TrekNorth High School Student Handbook and the Principles of Expedition Behavior: putting the needs of the group over your own.

Clothing:
Closed toed shoes for archery
Weather appropriate clothing

Other:
Water bottle
Snacks as needed

Gear:
Archery equipment will be provided for students. If a student has their own bow and arrows, they may bring it, but they are responsible for its care and may NOT allow others to use their personal gear.
Fishing equipment will be provided for students. A student may bring their own gear only when we have a planned fishing trip on the river during fishing season.

Students do not need to wear a mask in the building or in vehicles when we travel unless the school policy changes. We will follow normal school day policies for masking.

Archery and Fishing may be going to off campus sites to partake in different opportunities, such as going to a shooting range, and fishing on local lakes.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT (hereinafter the “Release Agreement”)
BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THE RISKS INHERENT IN Archery and Fishing AND WILL WAIVE OR GIVE UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE OR CLAIM COMPENSATION FOLLOWING AN ACCIDENT.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!

Archery takes place at school in the field, and will expose the student to risks, dangers and hazards if not done safely. Falls and collisions occur. Bows and arrows and related equipment may be placed under extreme stress and can malfunction. As with many activities, archery involves the risk of injury, including serious injury, head injury, paralysis or death. Although the risk of injury can never be completely eliminated, the student can manage the risk through using the equipment properly, always pointing the arrow down the shooting lane, and following instruction. Fishing will take place in various locations: school classroom, school field, local river banks, and will expose the student to risks, dangers and hazards if not done safely. While they will learn the safety of the outdoor activity and gain essential skills a student must conduct themselves and the equipment with the utmost care. As with many activities, fishing involves the risk of injury, including serious injury, head injury, paralysis or death. Although the risk of injury can never be completely eliminated, the student can manage the risk through using the equipment properly, and following instruction.

I agree and understand that I will be held to assume the risk of all aspects of archery and fishing, including but not limited to weather conditions and risk associated with equipment.

I agree to waive any and all claims and to release TrekNorth from any and all liability for any loss, damage, expense or injury, including death, that I or my next of kin may suffer as a result of fishing and archery which Releasees (TrekNorth), due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence, gross negligence, breach of contract or breach of any statutory or other duty of care on the part of the Releasees (TrekNorth).  I understand that the foregoing release covers failure on the part of the Releasees (TrekNorth) to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect me from or warn me of the risks, dangers and hazards of archery and fishing.  I also realize that Releasees (TrekNorth) may not have wilderness first aid and CPR training or that Releasees’(TrekNorth) first aid and CPR training might have expired; that Releasees (TrekNorth) are not trained as medical doctors, nurses, or emergency medical technicians; that all Releasees (TrekNorth) may be able to do in case of an accident is attempt to call the appropriate medical personnel; and that Releasees (TrekNorth) have no control over how long it will take for the medical personnel to arrive at the scene of an accident.

I acknowledge that the decision to attempt any archery and or fishing while participating with Releasees, was made entirely by me, without coercion or influence by Releasees (TrekNorth), and with a full understanding and awareness of the risks to me associated with such activities related to archery and fishing. I waive any right to a jury trial for any claims arising from or related to any services provided by Releasees (TrekNorth), and I acknowledge that claims shall be submitted to binding arbitration under the commercial arbitration rules and that the agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the state of Minnesota.  I acknowledge and agree that should any part of the Agreement be determined to be void or unenforceable by a court of law, the remainder of the waiver will remain binding on the parties.

I represent and warrant that I am in good health and have no medical conditions or disabilities that restrict or impede my ability to participate in archery and fishing.  I acknowledge that I have all necessary medications or aids that I might require in the event of a known medical issue (such as allergy medications, epi-pens, etc.).  I acknowledge that I’m not relying on Releasees (TrekNorth) for medications; and I am not relying on Releasees (TrekNorth) to provide first-aid or any other medical treatment, and I waive any claim against Releasees (TrekNorth) to provide medical treatment or care of any kind during archery and fishing. I agree that the Releasees are authorized to obtain medical care for me or to arrange for transportation to a medical facility or hospital if, in the opinion of Releasees, medical attention is needed.  I further agree that upon arrival at the medical facility or hospital, Releasees shall have no further responsibility to me.  I agree to pay all costs associated with such medical care and related transportation and to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees (TrekNorth) from any costs or claims arising from such medical care and related transportation.  I have, and agree to maintain, valid and sufficient medical and accident insurance that will cover any harm or injuries I suffer while part of archery and fishing.  I understand that this is my sole responsibility and release the Releasees (TrekNorth) from any claim or responsibility for not providing such coverage, or any failure to obtain and maintain such coverage.

I further agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Releasees (TrekNorth) from any and all claims brought by third parties which arise in whole or in part from archery and fishing with Releasees (TrekNorth).

This Agreement shall be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law.  If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall be enforceable.  If this Agreement is being signed by a parent or legal guardian on behalf of a child who is a minor, the undersigned parent or legal guardian acknowledges that he/she is signing this Agreement on behalf of him/herself and on behalf of the child, and that the child is bound by all the terms of this Agreement.  This Agreement shall be binding upon the parent’s and child’s assignees, subrogees, distributors, heirs, next of kin, executors and personal representatives.

I am signing below because I have read and agree to this Release Agreement.

I’m signing because I, the minor, acknowledge that I was involved in the decision process of accepting the above described conditions of this Waiver and Release.

Consent is hereby given for the student to attend a TrekNorth High School Experiential Education, Classroom Field Trip Event, or participate in an extracurricular and permission is given for any emergency anesthesia, operation, hospitalization, or other treatments that might become necessary.  

I understand that all information will remain confidential, except when shared with professional medical personnel.  I understand that students with medical/psychological difficulties successfully participate in TrekNorth’s programs, and TrekNorth must be aware of these conditions.  I understand that failure to disclose such information could result in serious harm to the student and/or the group.