In consideration of the rights and privileges associated with membership in the United States Ski Association, I acknowledge and agree to be bound to the following:

1. Identification of Risks. I understand that participation in any skiing activity, including but not limitied to preparation and competitions ("the Activity") involves risks of serious injury, including permanent disability, death, and other losses, both to me and my property. I understand that these injuries and losses might result not only from my actions, but the actions, inactions or negligence of others.

2. Assumption of Risk. I agree that I am responsible for my safety while participating in the Activity and that such responsibility includes participation in the Activity only; a) when I am both physically and psychologically prepared to participate safely; b) after fully familiarizing myself with the venue before beginning the Activity; c) while using equipment of a type and condition reasonably necessary to safely participate in the Activity. I assume all risks connected with responsibility for any injury or loss connected with my participation in the Activity.

3. Waiver. Aware of the risks and willing to assume them I hereby waive, release and hold harmless Kachemak Nordic Ski Club and its affiliates, officers, directors, officials, event organizers, or sponsors ("Released Parties") from all claims by me for any liability, injury, loss or damage in any way connected with my participation in the Activity, except where caused by gross negligence or willfull or wanton misconduct of any of the Release Parties. I intend for this waiver and release to also apply to my relatives, personal representatives, heirs, beneficiaries, next of kin, or assigns who might pursue any legal action on my behalf.

4. Applicable Law. This waiver and release is formed under and is to be interpreted consistent with the laws of the State of Alaska.

5. Insurance. I currently have, and agree to maintain throughout the time I train and compete, valid and sufficient medical and accident insurance. I understand that this is my sole reponsibility and release all persons and entities from providing this coverage for me.

I have read this waiver and release carefully, and having done so I am signing it voluntarily.

Participant’s signature______________________________________Date____________

Participant’s name(please print)______________________________________________

For participants of Minority Age.

If participant is less than 21 years of age as of Saturday, March 11, 2002, and a resident of West Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, or Wyoming, or less than 18 years of age and a resident of any other state, the parent or guardian must sign below.

This is to certify that, as parent/guardian of this applicant, I do consent to his/her agreement to be bound by each of the terms and conditions identified above.

Parent/Guardian signature__________________________________________Date________________

Parent/Guardian name (please print)__________________________Relationship___________________