Schedule a physical and send results to Pastor Mike.

1. I acknowledge that there are potential dangers associated with backpacking, hiking, camping, outdoor cooking, swimming, water crossings, etc. in the national forests and parks of the states of Wyoming and Montana, which include but is not limited to: slipping, tripping or falling on rugged, slippery or boulder-strewn trails and stream beds; hitting the water hard or striking submerged objects if you jump into water; being struck by falling tree parts or rocks; being exposed to the elements; changing weather conditions; changing trail conditions, including hiking in stream beds and rising stream waters; and equipment malfunction or failure. I understand at times I may have to traverse terrain including but not limited to crossing streams, rivers, creeks, I may have to traverse over rocks, ledges, in and over ravines, canyons, gorges, loose sand, mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, climb over large trees, bushwack through thick brush. These dangers can result in sprains, strains, torn ligaments, torn muscles, broken bones, eye and ear damage, cuts, wounds, scrapes, abrasions, contusions, head injuries, neck injuries, rib injuries, spine injuries, arm injuries, wrist and hand injuries, leg injuries, ankle and foot injuries, injuries to other parts of the body, drowning, hypothermia, exhaustion, sunburn, sunstroke, dehydration, poisoning, infection, oxygen shortage, animal or insect stings and bites, shock, paralysis, or death.

2. I acknowledge that I might develop cold weather and or heat related injuries or illnesses including but not limited to: sun burn, dehydration, heat stroke, heat exhaustion, frost bite, frost nip, hypothermia. Any of these conditions could lead to more severe injuries, illness, or even death.

I also acknowledge that there are possibilities of attacks or encounters with insects, wildlife, and or animals.

NOTE: Bridgeway Community Church does not carry an EpiPen or Inhaler for asthma or other medical issues. It is the responsibility of the participant to bring their medications and or administer medication to themselves should they need while on the trip.

3. Accept the instructions of the group leaders during the hike, backpacking trip.
4. Acknowledge that hiking and backpacking are not the same as a walk in the park.
5. Fully inform the group leaders of your ability to participate in the hike/backpack and of any physical or medical conditions that might impair your hiking skills such as vision or depth of field perception or limited movement in part of your body. If you do not feel that you will be able to complete the hike/backpack, please let the group leaders know so that (s)he may help you decide the proper course of action. Please write your medical concerns or conditions on signup form.
6. Acknowledge that a danger of hiking in undeveloped areas is the lack of immediately available medical facilities or health care professionals such as doctors and nurses and that some injuries or sicknesses which can result from participation in the backpacking trip may require medical care greater than the group leaders can provide.
7. Agree to use your common sense in enjoying the backpacking trip which includes staying with the group, staying on designated routes, avoiding short cuts, using care when crossing streams, not approaching animals, following instructions of the guide/s, using any safety equipment provided and not exceeding your physical limitations and abilities.
8. Acknowledge that equipment may malfunction, even if checked on a regular basis.
9. I certify that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage that I may cause or suffer while participating, or I agree to bear the costs of injury or damage myself, and I am willing to assume the risk of any medical or physical condition that I may have.

I understand the description of the risks associated with this trip and understand that it may not be a complete list of every possible scenario that could arise while on a backpacking trip and these unknown and unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or even death.

In consideration of participating in this backpacking trip, and for good and valuable consideration, I acknowledge that Bridgeway Community Church and group leaders have informed me of the risks and dangers associated with the backpacking trip, and that I will release Bridgeway Community Church, its employees, group leaders, and agents, and all landowners involved from any responsibility for any damage to persons or property or injury that results from the risks and dangers or in the event that I leave the backpacking group, for any resulting damage to personal property or injury that results. I also understand that I am giving up my right to bring a lawsuit against Bridgeway Community Church, its employees, group leaders, and agents, and all landowners for damages or injuries that may result from my participation in the backpacking trip.

I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees' from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees' or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney's fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold harmless for all such fees and costs.

By entering the Agreement, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the releasees, other than what is set forth in this Agreement. In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state of Michigan where Releasees' facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.

Photo Release Agreement:
I hereby grant Bridgeway Community Church , and his/her legal representatives permission to use my likeness in a photograph, video, or other digital media in any and all of its publications, including but not limited to print media, tv, webbased publications, instagram, facebook, youtube, etc, without payment or other consideration.

I furthermore and hereby declare that I am personally physically fit and that I have no physical and or mental condition/s that should preclude me from participating in my chosen activity. I am not participating against any medical advice or treatment and I have not been diagnosed by a registered doctor as having a terminal illness. I further declare that in the event that I feel ill or unwell, have any physical complaints whatsoever or if an injury is sustained of any kind during the course of backpacking activities, I will notify the group leader(s) immediately and before moving away from the immediate vicinity.