In consideration of you accepting this entry, I, the participant, intending to be legally bound do hereby waive and forever release any and all rights and claims for damages or injuries that I may have against the Event Director, RunSignup.com, and all of their agents assisting with the event, sponsors and their representatives, volunteers and employees for any and all injuries to me or my personal property. This release includes all injuries and/or damages suffered by me before, during or after the event. I recognize, intend and understand that this release is binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, or assignees.

I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able to do so and properly trained. I assume all risks associated with running in this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, traffic, and course conditions, and waive any and all claims which I might have based on any of those and other risks typically found in running a road race. I acknowledge all such risks are known and understood by me. I agree to abide by all decisions of any race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I certify as a material condition to my being permitted to enter this race that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained for the completion of this event and that a licensed Medical Doctor has verified my physical condition.

In the event of an illness, injury or medical emergency arising during the event I hereby authorize and give my consent to the Event Director to secure from any accredited hospital, clinic and/ or physician any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care. I agree that I will be fully responsible for payment of any and all medical services and treatment rendered to me including but not limited to medical transport, medications, treatment and hospitalization.

As it applies to my participation in this race, I agree to abide by the Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s recommendations for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 and attest to having read the CDC’s guidance at: https://www.cdc.gov. I also agree to abide by any COVID-19 distancing and other safety guidelines issued by the state, the community or by this race for my participation in this race.

Further, I grant permission to all the foregoing to use my name, voice and images of myself in any photographs, motion pictures, results, publications or any other print, videographic or electronic recording of this event for legitimate purposes.

This event follows the standard running industry policy: All entry fees are non-refundable. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control such as a natural disaster or emergency or as required to protect the safety of participants and staff. No refunds will be issued under these circumstances. We reserve the right to change the details of the event without prior notice. I understand that my entry fee is nonrefundable and bib numbers are non transferable.

By submitting this entry, I acknowledge (or a parent or adult guardian for all children under 18 years) having read and agreed to the above release and waiver including the no refund policy.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

READ THIS DOCUMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. THIS DOCUMENT HAS LEGAL CONSEQUENCES AND WILL AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND WILL LIMIT OR ELIMINATE YOUR ABILITY TO BRING FUTURE ACTIONS.

In consideration of being permitted by Flys For Good, LLC (The LLC) to participate in or volunteer for this athletic event I hereby waive and forever release any and all rights and claims for damages or injuries that I may have against the LLC, RunSignup.com, City of East Grand Rapids, EGR Public Schools and any or all of their agents assisting with the event, sponsors and their representatives, volunteers and employees for any and all injuries to me or my personal property. This release includes all injuries and/or damages suffered by me before, during, or after the event. I recognize, intend, and understand that this release is binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, or assignees. including related programs or events (collectively the “Event”). I understand and acknowledge by signing below, that I am agreeing to the statements in the following Release and Waiver of Liability and Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (The “Agreement”) and that these statements are being accepted and relied upon by the RELEASED PARTIES (as defined below). I hereby freely and voluntarily acknowledge and/or take action for myself and on behalf of my spouse, children, parent, guardian, heirs, next of kin, and any legal or personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, or anyone else who might claim or sue on my behalf, as follows:

1. I hereby acknowledge and assume all of the risks of participating in or volunteering for this event. Running, walking, swimming, bicycling and all other portions of this event are inherently dangerous and are an extreme test of my physical and mental limits that carries with them the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and death and property damage or loss. I acknowledge and agree that it is my responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy enough to safely participate in or volunteer for the Event, which I elect to enter or volunteer for. I certify that I have not been advised against participating in or volunteering for the Event by any healthcare provider. I have no physical or medical condition that would endanger myself or others if I participate in or volunteer for the Event, or would interfere with my ability to safely participate in the Event. I accept responsibility for the condition and adequacy of my competition equipment and my conduct in connection with the Event. I understand and acknowledge that there may be vehicular (or other motorized units) or pedestrian on the course route and I assume the risk of participation or volunteering on the course and all other portions of this Event under these circumstances. I also assume any and all other risks associated with participating in or volunteering for this Event, including but not limited to the following: falls, dangers of equipment, and any hazards that may be posed by spectators, other participants and volunteers, and weather conditions. I agree to FULLY comply and abide by the Center of Disease Control’s (CDC’s) recommendations for the prevention and the spread of COVID-19 and attest to having read the CDC’s guidelines at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html. I also agree to FULLY comply and abide by COVID-19 guidelines and instructions from event organizers. I understand and agree that my failure to comply in ANY way can and will result in my removal from the event with no refunds nor any other recourse.  I further acknowledge that these risks include risks that may be the result of negligent acts, omissions and/or carelessness of the RELEASED PARTIES as defined herein. I understand that I will be participating in or volunteering for the Event at my own risk and that I am responsible for the risk of participation in or volunteering for the Event. 

2. I understand and acknowledge the dangers associated with the consumption of alcohol and/or drugs (including prescription drugs) before, during and after the Event and I recognize that consumption of alcohol and/or drugs (including prescription drugs) might impair my judgement and motor skills. I assume any injury, loss or damage associated with my consumption of alcohol and/or drugs (including prescription drugs). 

3. I WAIVE, RELEASE AND FOREVER DISCHARGE THE LLC, USA Track & Field, RunSignUp Inc (ETAL), event sponsors, organizers, promoters, producers, race directors, officials, staff, advertisers, property owners, other volunteers, administrators, contractors, vendors all other persons or entities involved with the Event, all municipal and other governmental bodies and municipal/governmental agencies whose property and personnel is used and in any way assist in locations in which the Event or segments of the Event take place and each of their respective parent, subsidiaries, and affiliated companies, licensees, officers, directors, partners, board members, shareholders, members, supervisors, insurers, attorneys, agents, employees, volunteers and other participants and representatives (individually and collectively, the “RELEASED PARTIES”), from any and all claims, liabilities of every kind, demands, damages (including direct, indirect, incidental, special and/or consequential), losses (economic and non-economic) and causes of action, of any kind or any nature, which I have or may have in the future, including court costs, attorney’s fees, and litigation expenses (individually and collectively, the “Claims”). That may arise out of result from or relate to my participation in or volunteering for the Event or my traveling to or from the Event, including my death, personal injury, partial or or permanent disability, negligence, property damage and damages of any kind, property theft, and claims relating to the provision of first aid, medical treatment or medical decisions (at the Event site or elsewhere) and any claims for medical or hospital expenses even if such claims are caused by the negligent acts, omissions, or the carelessness of the RELEASED PARTIES.

4. I FURTHER COVENANT AND AGREE NOT TO SUE any of the RELEASED PARTIES for any of the claims that I have waived, released or discharged parties, I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS the RELEASED PARTIES from any and all expenses incurred, claims made by me or any other individuals or entities, for liabilities against the RELEASED PARTIES , including but not limited to court costs, attorneys’ fees and litigation, deposition and subpoena expenses arising out of or resulting from, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, my breach or failure to abide by any part of this agreement, rules or direction, my breach or failure to abide by any rules of competition or instruction and information provided by any of the RELEASED PARTIES relative to the Event and my actions or omissions which cause injury or damage to any other person.

5. I agree to read and abide by all traffic and pedestrian laws. I agree that prior to participating in or volunteering for the Event, I will inspect the race course, facilities, equipment and areas to be utilized and if I believe or become aware that if anything is unsafe, I will immediately advise the Race Director.

6. I HEREBY GRANT TO THE LLC AND RELEASED PARTIES the right, permission and authority to use my name, image, voice and likeness, without compensation, captured during the Event by the LLC, RELEASED PARTIES, all affiliated entities, or contractors and the media in any photographs, videotapes, CD’s, DVD’s, broadcast, telecast, podcast, webcast, recordings, motion pictures, commercial advertisement, promotional materials and any other record of this Event for the sole purpose of promoting this Event in a legal and moral manner. I ALSO HEREBY GRANT TO THE LLC AND RELEASED PARTIES permission to contact me prior to and after the Event by mail or e-mail. This includes providing post-race details, results, photos/videos and sponsor/vendor services and products. 

7. I acknowledge and agree that the LLC, in its sole discretion, may delay, modify or cancel the event if it’s believed the conditions on race day are unsafe. In the event the Event is delayed, modified or cancelled for any reason, including but not limited to acts of God or the elements (including without limitation, wind, rough water, rain, hail, lightning, hurricane, tornado, earthquake), acts of terrorism, fire, threatened or actual strike, labor difficulty, work stoppage, insurrection, war, public disaster, flood, unavoidable casualty, race course conditions, or any other cause beyond the control of the LLC, there shall be no refund of the entry fee or any other costs incurred in connection with the Event. 

8. I understand that the LLC reserves the right, in its sole and complete discretion, to deny entry, revoke the entry application of any applicant or volunteer at any time and/or to disqualify any individual from participating in or volunteering for the Event. Applicant expressly waives any claim for damages arising from the denial or revocation of an entry application and will forego his or her entry fee. 

9. A legal guardian who signs this agreement on behalf of a minor, incapacitated and/or mentally challenged person (hereinafter “Said Person”), hereby acknowledges that he or she has the legal capacity and authority to act on behalf of Said Person and to legally bind Said Person to the agreement. The legal guardian who signs this agreement agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the RELEASED PARTIES for any expenses incurred, claims made, or liabilities assessed against them, as a result of any insufficiency of legal capacity or authority to act on behalf of Said Person in the execution of this Agreement.

10. This agreement supersedes any other agreements between the parties, weather written or oral, and which is intended to provide a comprehensive release of liability, but it is not intended to asset any claims or defenses which may result in any waiver of rights of the LLC. The internal laws of the State of Michigan govern this agreement, exclusive of any conflicts of law provisions. If any part of this agreement is unenforceable, all other parts shall still be given full force and effect.

For and in consideration of USA Track & Field, Inc. (“USA Track & Field” or “USATF”) allowing me, the registrant, to participate in the USA Track & Field sanctioned event I
am registering for herein (the “Event” or “Events”); I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal
representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release
of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”);
1. I hereby represent that (i) I am at least eighteen (18) years of age (or this Agreement is also agreed to by my parent, natural guardian, or legal guardian (the “Guardian”));
(ii) I am in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) I am not under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs
which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree that it is my sole responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy
enough to participate in the Event, that I am responsible for my own safety and well-being at all times and under all circumstances while at the Event site.
2. I understand and acknowledge that participation in track & field, road running, race walking, cross country, mountain, ultra, and trail running Events is inherently
dangerous and represents an extreme test of a person’s physical and mental limits. I understand and acknowledge the risks and dangers associated with participation
in the Event and sports of track & field and related activities, including without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, sickness and disease (including
communicable disease), permanent disability, paralysis and loss of life; loss of or damage to equipment/property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances;
contact with other participants, spectators, animals or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse weather conditions; imperfect course or track
conditions; land, water and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control
of the Event Organizers (as defined in Section 4 below); and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand
that these Risks may be caused in whole or in part by my own actions or inactions or the actions or inactions of others participating in or organizing the Event, and I
hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in any Event,
except to the extent caused by the gross negligence and/or willful misconduct of any of the Released Parties (as defined in Section 4 below).
3. I agree to be familiar with and to abide by the Rules and Regulations established for the Event, including but not limited to the Competition Rules adopted by USA
Track & Field and any safety regulations established for the benefit of all participants. I accept sole responsibility for my own conduct and actions while participating in
the Event, and the condition and adequacy of my equipment.
4. I hereby release, waive and covenant not to sue, and further agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the following parties, as relevant and applicable in each
instance: USATF, its members, clubs, associations, sport disciplines and divisions; United States Olympic Committee (USOC); the event directors, the host organization
and the facility, venue and property owners or operators upon which the Event takes place; and any other organizers, promoters, sponsors, advertisers, coaches and
officials for this Event; law enforcement agencies and other public entities providing support for the Event; and each of their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated
companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees and volunteers (Individually and collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event
Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss or expense (including court costs and attorneys’ fees) of any kind
or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the Event, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence
and/or willful misconduct of any of the Released Parties. I further agree that if, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim for Liability against
any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities which may be incurred as the result of
such claim, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence and/or willful misconduct of any of the Released Parties, as relevant and applicable in each instance.
5. As a condition of my participation in the Event, I hereby grant USA Track & Field, the event director and host organization a limited license to use my name, likeness,
image, photograph, voice, video, athletic performance, biographical and other information (collectively, “Likeness”), in any media platform or format whatsoever, and
to distribute, broadcast and exhibit these without charge, restriction or liability, but only for the purposes of advertising or promoting the Event, USATF, or the sport of
Athletics. The foregoing grant, however, does not constitute consent for USATF or any third party to use my Likeness in an endorsement of any product or service
without my specific written consent.
I hereby warrant that I (or the Guardian, if I am under the age of 18) am of legal age and competent to enter into this Agreement, that I have read this Agreement carefully,
understand its terms and conditions, acknowledge that I will be giving up substantial legal rights by accepting it (including the rights of my spouse, children, guardians, heirs
and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns), acknowledge that I have accepted this Agreement without
any inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my acceptance to serve as confirmation of my complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and
provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements
or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that
provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.
If the participant is under the age of 18, the Guardian hereby agrees to release and discharge the Released Parties as follows: a) The Guardian acknowledges and
understands that the Event is inherently dangerous and represents an extreme test of a person’s physical and mental limits. Further, the Guardian acknowledges and
understands the Risks, as defined above. b) The Guardian acknowledges the rights waived by both the Guardian and the participant by accepting this Agreement. c) The
Guardian acknowledges that the Guardian will indemnify the Released Parties from any and all Liability which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to the
participant’s participation in the Event, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence and/or willful misconduct of any of the Released Parties.