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Description of risks

I am aware that there are physical risks and hazards inherent in running and walking and in my participation in these activities with the Second Wind Walk & Run Club (referred to in this document as the Club).

Some of these risks, dangers and hazards are foreseeable, and others are not. The risks and hazards of running and walking include, but are not limited to:

• Injuries resulting from vigorous physical exertion and strenuous cardiovascular workouts
• Injuries resulting from falls to the ground due to icy, uneven or irregular terrain surfaces
• Extremes of weather and temperature which may result in heatstroke, sunstroke or hypothermia
• Injuries from colliding with or being struck by other participants, spectators, equipment or vehicles
• Risk of getting lost if running or walking in unfamiliar areas
• Risk of travelling to and from meeting locations for the purposes of running, walking, volunteer or social activities

Furthermore I am aware:

• Injuries sustained running or walking can be severe and even fatal.
• Participation in any volunteer activity with the Club is strictly voluntary and I am under no obligation to participate. Should I wish to participate I do so as an individual and not as a member of the Club.
• Participation in any social activity with the Club is strictly voluntary and I assume responsibility for any loss or damage should I choose to participate.
• In the event that I require medical attention, I consent to be transported to the nearest emergency centre and receive medical treatment, including by ambulance if necessary, and accept that I am responsible for any costs of such ambulance service.

Condition of membership

It is understood that the Club and Debbie Murphy are in no way responsible for any injury, loss or damage that may result from my participation in the Club; furthermore, it is a condition of my acceptance in the Club that they are not to be held responsible for any injury, loss or damage. This condition shall be binding on my heirs, executors and assigns.

Release

I agree to be solely responsible for any injury, loss or damage that I might sustain while participating in running, walking, volunteer or social activities with the Club. I agree to release the Club, Debbie Murphy and all members from all responsibility for such injury, loss or damage.

Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that I have read this agreement and that I fully understand, appreciate and accept the risks associated with my participation in all activities with the Club.

Photo and web posting consent (optional)

The Club may take group photos or video at walks, runs and social events and share them on its website, social media and flyers. This section is optional and does not affect your membership. On the form you tick one box:

• Yes, I consent to the Club using photos or video in which I appear on its website, social media and printed materials.
• No, I do not consent to the Club using my image.

Whichever box you tick, you are responsible for removing yourself from group photos, for example by stepping out of the frame or telling the photographer before a photo is taken. You can change your choice at any time by telling the organizer.