READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE AGREEING. THIS IS A GENERAL RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION OF CLAIMS.
Consideration. I acknowledge the personal benefits accruing to me (and my child, as applicable) by reason of participation in the above described event and am aware of the activities in which I, or my child, will be involved through said participation.
Release / Indemnification. I hereby, in consideration of such benefits and other good and valuable consideration received, consent to the above listed participation and release absolutely, forever discharge, hold harmless and covenant not to sue HARBOR HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA MARITIME MUSEUM, GEORGETOWN WOODEN BOAT SHOW, its directors, employees, agents, volunteers, and affiliates ("HHA" and “SCMM” and “GWBS” from any and all present or future liability, claims, demands, actions or rights of action, whether asserted by me or a third party arising out of my (or my child's) participation in event activities (the "Claims"). I agree to indemnify and hold harmless HHA and SCMM and GWBS for any such Claims brought by me or a third party from any costs associated with defending or litigating such claims, including but not limited to attorney fees, costs and legal expenses.
Assumption of Risk. I am aware of the risks associated with participation in the above event and do hereby voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risk of loss, property damage or personal injury, including death, that may result from participation in event activities.
Medical Emergency. I release HHA and SCMM and GWBS from any and all liability related to medical treatment. In addition, I assume the risk and financial responsibility for any injury resulting from the attendee’s participation in all HHA and SCMM and GWBS events.
Understanding. I represent and acknowledge that I have completely read and understand this document and all its terms and all matters referred to herein, and I signed voluntarily as my free act and deed, that I have had an ample opportunity to obtain the advice of counsel and that, by signing this document, I understand that I am relinquishing legal rights and remedies that may have otherwise been available to me. I understand that this Waiver and Release shall be construed as broadly and inclusively as is permitted by applicable law and agree that if any portion of this document is held invalid, the remaining shall continue in full force and effect. To the extent the restriction on filing lawsuits is deemed unlawful, I agree to submit any Claims to a mediation organization for binding resolution.
Media Consent. I give my consent and permission for the taking of photographs and/or video of me (or my child) during the described program or event and waive and/or assign any and all rights (including copyright) in such media to HHA. HHA, as the sole owner of such media, shall have the exclusive right to control and determine the use, display, performance, reproduction and dissemination of any such photographs and/or videos.
Copy. It is understood and agreed that a copy of this form shall be treated as authentic and binding as the original.