Smokin' Showdown Palmer Paddle Waiver of Liability

In consideration accepting this entry, I, the participant, intending to be legally bound, I agree as follows:

1. I hereby waive and forever release any and all rights and claims for damages or injuries that I may have against Awake Palmer Lake and the Town of Palmer Lake, and all of their agents assisting with the event, sponsors and their representatives, volunteers and employees for any and all injuries to me or my personal property. This release includes all injuries and/or damages suffered by me before, during or after the event. I recognize, intend and understand that this release is binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, or assignees.
2. I know that this race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter the race unless I am medically able to do so. I assume all risks associated with this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, water, debris, traffic, and course conditions, and waive any and all claims which I might have based on any of those and other risks typically found on the water. I acknowledge all such risks are known and understood by me. I agree to abide by all decisions of any race official relative to my ability to safely complete the race. Life jackets are REQUIRED.
3. In the event of an illness, injury or medical emergency arising during the event I hereby authorize and give my consent to the Event Director to secure from any accredited hospital, clinic and/ or physician any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care. I agree that I will be fully responsible for payment of any and all medical services and treatment rendered to me including but not limited to medical transport, medications, treatment and hospitalization.
4. Further, I grant permission to all the foregoing to use my name, voice and images of myself in any photographs, motion pictures, results, publications or any other print, videographic or electronic recording of this event for legitimate purposes.
5. I understand that all entry fees are non-refundable. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control such as a natural disaster or emergency or as required to protect the safety of participants and staff. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. We reserve the right to change the details of the event without prior notice. I understand that my entry fee is nonrefundable. Fees will be deemed donations to Awake Palmer Lake for community projects.
6. I have read the foregoing Waiver fully. By signing below, I understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights and signed it freely and voluntarily without inducement.