I certify to the best of my knowledge that I am physically fit and have no medical condition that could likely worsen by participation in this event. I am fully aware and assume all risks associated with participation in this event. I am fully aware that the race is run on public streets and the Kewash Trail and that limited traffic control will be provided and that participation could be hazardous. I understand running with headphones, dogs, and strollers is considered hazardous to my safety and sponsoring organizations and entities have recommended against it. In participating with headphones, dogs, strollers, etc., I assume responsibility for the risks involved.
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 in consideration of this entry, I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, assigns and administrators, waive and release all rights and claims against the race committee, YMCA of Washington County, City of Washington, Washington County, officials and volunteers associated with the race and event, their representatives, successors and assigns for any injuries incurred by me during, because of, or in travel to or from race or event.
Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus/COVID-19
The coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. The Kewash Half Marathon 10K, 5K event has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, participation could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19.
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By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by participation; and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the Kewash Half Marathon 10K, 5K event may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, employees, volunteers, and program participants and their families.