MAR Y AVENTURAS /
SEA & ADVENTURES Topete #564 Interior E/5 de Febrero y Navarro, La Paz,
B.C.S. MEXICO / PO Box 6673, Bozeman, MT 59771
VISITOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISKS AND WAIVER
Print name:___________________________________________________________________________________
Date of trip__________________________________________________________________________________
In consideration of my participation in an adventure-travel
trip in connection with Mar Y Aventuras and Sea & Adventures, their
officers, agents, employees and stockholders and all other persons or
entities associated with those businesses (thereinafter collectively referred
to as "the concessionaire"), I hereby agree to the following:
Although the concessionaire has taken reasonable steps to provide me with
appropriate equipment and/or skilled guides so I can perform an activity
for which I may not be skilled, the concessionaire has informed me that
these activities are not without risk.
Certain risks are inherent in each activity and cannot be eliminated without
destroying the unique character of the activity. The same elements that
contribute to the unique character of the activity can be the cause of
loss or damage to my equipment, or accidental injury, illness or, in extreme
cases permanent trauma or death. It is not the concessionaire's intent
to frighten me or reduce my enthusiasm for this activity, but the concessionaire
believes that it is important for me to know in advance what to expect
and to be informed of the inherent risks.
The nature of sea kayaking, hiking, snorkeling, camping, riding in other
water craft or other outdoor activities, included, but are not limited
to the following risks:
1) Changing water flow, tides, currents or waves;
2) Falling out of, getting into or out of sea kayak or other craft or
vehicles;
3) Collision, with other participants, any portion of the interior of
the craft, other watercraft, human made or natural objects, including
overhanging, submerged and/or semi-submerged trees, branches, rocks and
boulders;
4) Conditions associated with rugged and remote terrain-such as primitive
trails, rocks, cliffs, and steep grades may cause you to lose control
and fall;
5) Cold and heat related injuries and illnesses including hypothermia
(rapid and medically serious loss of body temperature), heat exhaustion,
heat cramps, sun stroke, dehydration and sun burn;
6) Immersion in water may cause drowning or the aforementioned hypothermia;
7) Loss of sense of balance, physical coordination, ability to swim, and
/or failure to follow directions;
8) Loss of control of the craft, collision, capsizing, and sinking of
the craft with can result in wetness, injury, exposure to the elements,
hypothermia, and/or drowning;
9) Inclement weather, variances and extremes of wind, weather and temperature
may create slippery trails, risks of exposure or trip delays;
10) Latent defects or conditions in equipment supplied by the concessionaire
or various outfitters;
11) Contact with hazardous terrestrial or marine plants or animals;
12) Limited first aid, emergency treatment or other services in the field;
13) Food or drink;
14) The guides arranged for by the concessionaire or other outfitters
may misjudge the risks of weather, terrain and condition or the equipment
or my ability;
15) Travel, including hiking, snorkeling and travel to or from the activity;
16) Fatigue, illness, chill and/or dizziness, which may diminish reaction
time and increase the risk of accident.
I am aware these activities entail risk of injury or death to myself and
to any minors under my supervision or control. I understand the description
of these inherent risks is not complete and that other unknown or unanticipated
inherent risks may result in injury, illness or death. I further understand
that the consequences of such hazards and/or accidents may be exacerbated
by virtue of their occurrence in remote places where rescue and medical
attention may not be readily available. I agree to assume and accept full
responsibility for the inherent risks identified herein and those inherent
risks not specifically identified. My participation in this activity is
purely voluntary. No one is forcing me to participate. I elect to participate
in spite of and with full knowledge of the inherent risks involved.
I acknowledge that, in most cases, guides will be available to more fully
explain to me the nature and physical demands of this activity and the
inherent risks, hazards, and dangers associated therewith.
I certify that I and any minors under my supervision and control are fully
capable of participating in these activities. Therefore, I assume and
accept full responsibility for myself, including any minor children for
whom I am responsible, for bodily injury, accidents, illness, death, loss
of personal property and expenses thereof as a result of those inherent
risks and dangers and those inherent risks and dangers not specifically
identified, and of my negligence related to this activity.
I understand that I am completely responsible for any medical treatment
and/or necessary emergency evacuation resulting from my participation
on this trip.
I have read, clearly understood and accepted the terms and conditions
stated herein and acknowledge that this agreement shall be effective and
binding upon myself, my heirs, assigns, personal representative, and estate
and for all members of my family, and specifically for any minor children
for whom I am responsible.
Signature_____________________________________________________________
Date__________________________________
If participant is under 18, the parent or legal guardian must also sign.
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