Liability Waiver, Assumption Of Risk, And Medical Authorization and Release
The Refuge at Living Water LLC dba Mountain View Christian Camp (“MVCC”)
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK
I understand and acknowledge that participation in activities operated, managed, or hosted by The Refuge at Living Water LLC dba Mountain View Christian Camp may include, but not be limited to: Outdoor recreation and hiking; Sports and group games; Campfire activities; Worship services and group gatherings; Team-building initiatives; Transportation on and off camp property; and/or, Exposure to natural terrain, wildlife, and varying weather conditions. I also understand and acknowledge that these activities involve inherent risks including, but not limited to, physical injury, illness, allergic reactions, emotional stress, property loss, or, in rare cases, serious injury or death.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I knowingly, willingly, and voluntarily assume, without compunction or undue influence, all risks associated with my child’s participation in MVCC activities, whether such risks are known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable.
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
This release includes claims based on negligence, except where prohibited by law. In consideration of the opportunity afforded me to participate in the activity described herein (Mountain View Christian Camp and all ordinary and reasonable activities typically included at a commercially operated summer camp including but not limited to, participation in MVCC camps, programs, or activities, Use of MVCC facilities or equipment,Transportation arranged or provided by MVCC; or, Acts or omissions of other participants, and any other activities listed above under Acknowledgement of Risk), I, the undersigned participant (or parent/guardian), freely agree to make the following contractual representations and agreements. I, the undersigned participant (or parent/guardian) do hereby knowingly, freely and voluntarily assume all risk and liability for any damage or injury that may occur as a result of my (or my dependent’s) participation in the activity and agree to release, waive, discharge, acquit, and covenant not to sue the Mountain View Christian Camp, its directors, officers, agents, employees and volunteers, ministry partners, and representatives (all for the purposes herein referred to as "MVCC”) from any and all liability to myself, my heirs, legal representatives and assigns, or a third party directly or indirectly in connection with, or arising out of, my (or my dependent’s) participation in the activity, whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence of MVCC. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mountain View Christian Camp from any and all liability resulting from claims, causes of action, or losses sustained or arising out of, my and/or my child's / ward's participation in activities sponsored, hosted, or operated by Mountain View Christian Camp.
MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION
In the event of illness or injury, I authorize MVCC staff or representatives to:
Administer basic first aid; Obtain emergency medical treatment; or, Transport my child to a medical facility when reasonably necessary. I understand that reasonable efforts will be made to contact me as soon as possible. I accept full financial responsibility for all medical care provided to or for my child by medical providers engaged by MVCC pursuant to this Medical Authorization.
INSURANCE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I understand that MVCC does not provide medical insurance coverage for campers and that I am responsible for maintaining adequate medical insurance for my child.
SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
GOVERNING LAW
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which MVCC operates, manages, or hosts camps and other such activities hereinabove referenced.