Pony Camp

READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY, ASK ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE SIGNING, AND RETAIN A COPY.  YOUR SIGNATURE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT YOU FULLY UNDERSTAND THE TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT, BELIEVE IT IS FAIR AND REASONABLE, AND AGREE TO ITS TERMS. 
 I, the Undersigned user, in consideration of participation in horse, equine and barn related activities at Mile High Equestrian agree as follows:   ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: I understand and agree that horse-related events and barn facilities are potentially hazardous activities that can cause serious injury or death.  I agree and understand that by engaging in these activities I am subject to risks, both known and unknown.  Those risks include, but are not limited to being injured by a horse, pig, goat, chicken, dog, by equipment or by the negligent or reckless acts or omissions of others or of Mile High, its officers, agents, directors, shareholders, members, managers, owners, partners, employees, subcontractors or independent instructors (“Protected Parties”).  I further understand and agree that the above list is not inclusive of all possible risks associated with horse-related events, and that the above list in no way limits the extent of this Release, Waiver, Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement (“Agreement”).  RELEASE AND WAIVER: I understand the terms of this agreement serve as a full and complete release of liability and an express assumption of risk associated with participating in activities at Mile High.   I voluntarily participate in equine activities knowing the dangers involved, and I voluntarily assume all known and unknown risks of injury that may arise.  I release, discharge and agree not to sue or make any claim against the Protected Parties based upon any and all foreseen and unforeseen injuries, death, loss, or damages of any kind,  which I, my heirs, personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns may have now or in the future against the protected parties arising from equine activities and the use of the equine facilities, including those that may arise from my being a spectator.  This release shall be effective even if the loss, injury or death results from the negligent or reckless conduct of Mile High or another protected party.  Further, I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for my own safety and well-being, for the safety and well-being of my children and guests, and for any damage to equipment, the facilities, other participants or animals that I, my children or my guests may cause.    I consent to emergency medical treatment for myself, my children or my guests in the event of injury or illness and agree to be financially responsible for such treatment.  Any equipment or animals used by me at Mile High Equestrian are accepted in “AS IS” condition and I accept full responsibility for the care of the equipment while in my possession. I understand and agree that I am responsible for the full replacement value of any equipment or horse not returned and I agree to pay for any damage to the equipment that exceeds normal wear and tear. I represent and warrant that I, the rider, am in good health and have no problems that hinder my ability to safely participate in Activities. If I am signing this liability release on behalf of a minor (less than 18 years of age) (“the Child”) the Child shall be bound by all terms of this release of liability and I represent and warrant that I am the parent and/or legal guardian of such Child and that the Child is in good health and there are no special problems with the care of the Child.  INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS: I agree to hold harmless, defend, indemnify and reimburse Mile High and the Protected Parties from all claims, damages, third party claims and losses including its own losses, expenses, damages, attorney fees and court costs that arise from my participation in horse-related events and activities at or associated with Mile High.   GOVERNING LAW: This release of liability supersedes any other agreement or representations by or between the parties and is governed by the laws of the State of Colorado and is intended to be interpreted as broadly as possible. I agree that exclusive jurisdiction and venue for any legal action shall be in the district court of Arapahoe County, Colorado OR the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. If any part of this agreement is determined to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall be an enforceable contract between the parties. It is the Undersigned’s intent that this agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the Undersigned.  I have read and understand this release of liability and its contents and agree to be legally bound by its content.  I agree to follow the barn rules set forth below. SIGN BELOW. *Warning: Under Colorado law, an equine professional is not liable for any injury to or death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities, pursuant to Section 13-21-119 Colorado Revised Statutes.