In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the Shamrock Run & Parade Walk & related events and activities, I acknowledge, appreciate and agree that: 1. The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program can be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment and personal discipline may reduce risk, the risk of serious injury does exist and; 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releasees or others and assume full responsibility for my participation and; 3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If however I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately and; 4. I for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release and hold harmless the IAC Sports Foundation d/b/a The Athletic Club Foundation, Sequence, Inc., Indianapolis Professional Firefighters (416), The Indianapolis Firefighters Emerald Society, Tuxedo Brothers, their officers, officials, agents and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event ("Releasees"). With respect to any and all injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property, whether arising from the negligence of the releasees or otherwise.
I understand that this event may be cancelled by conditions outside of the control of event organizers for the safety and well-being of event staff, participants and the community; such as severe weather, civil unrest, pandemics, bans on public gatherings, threat of terrorism, or other unforeseen circumstances that would make the event non-viable, and if so, I consent that I am not entitled to a refund or deferral once my race registration is complete.
I have read this release of liability and assumption of risk agreement, fully understand its terms and understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it and sign it freely and voluntarily without any inducement.