THE CITY OF FREDERICK EVENT WAIVER

I wish to enter and participate in an event in The City of Frederick Watershed. I agree with the rules and any decision made by the Event Director. I’m aware that this is a hazardous event with variable weather conditions and rocky dangerous terrain. I acknowledge this event carries the potential for my death, serious injury, and property loss. I hereby assume the risks of participating.

I understand that if I am operating a chainsaw, I have the necessary chainsaw certification training, shall wear all PPE (personal protective gear) including proper footwear, hard hat, eye and ear protection, and chainsaw chaps when operating. I shall work with a team of at least two individuals and at least one of the crew is certified CPR/First Aid. I will not fell any trees. I certify that I am physically fit for this event. In return for permitting me to participate in this event, I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next of kin, successors, and assign as follows to waive, discharge, and agree not to sue from any and all liability for my death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft, or action of any kind which may accrue to me as a result of my participation and my traveling to and from the event, the following persons or entities: Event Director, event sponsors, volunteers, cities, counties, states, Maryland Department of Natural Resources, and The City of Frederick. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the persons or entities mentioned in this paragraph from any and all liabilities or claims made by other individuals or entities as a result of my actions in this event. I hereby consent to receive medical treatment at my expense in the event of injury, accident, or illness during this event.