Fly Through the Canyons 5K

Visitor Acknowledgment of Risk

In consideration of the services of Jewel Cave National Monument their officers, agents, employees, and stockholders, and all other persons or entities associated with those businesses (hereafter collectively
referred to as “ Jewel Cave”) I agree as follows:

Although Jewel Cave has taken reasonable steps to provide me with appropriate equipment and skilled guides
so I can enjoy an activity for which I may not be skilled, Jewel Cave has informed me this activity is not without risk. Certain risks are inherent in each activity and cannot be eliminated without destroying the unique
character of the activity. These inherent risks are some of the same elements that contribute to the unique character of this activity and can be the cause of loss or damage to my equipment, or accidental injury, illness,
or in extreme cases, permanent trauma or death. _ Jewel Cave _does not want to frighten me or reduce my
enthusiasm for this activity, but believes it is important for me to know in advance what to expect and to be
informed of the inherent risks. The following describes some, but not all, of those risks.
 Slips, Trips, and Fall on uneven, rocky terrain
 Environmental Hazards such as wildlife, changes in weather and temperature, and dehydration
I am aware that Fly Through the Canyons 5K Fun Run and Walk entails risks of injury or death to any participant. I
understand the description of these inherent risks is not complete and that other unknown or unanticipated
inherent risks may result in injury or death. I agree to assume and accept full responsibility for the inherent risks
identified herein and those inherent risks not specifically identified. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary; no one is forcing me to participate, and I elect to participate in spite of and with full knowledge of the
inherent risks. I acknowledge that engaging in this activity may require a degree of skill and knowledge different from other
activities and that I have responsibilities as a participant. I acknowledge that the staff of
Jewel Cave has information available to more fully explain to me the nature and physical demands of
this activity and the inherent risks, hazards, and dangers associated with this activity.
I certify that I am fully capable of participating in this activity. Therefore, I assume and accept full responsibility for myself, including all minor children in my care, custody, and control, for bodily injury, death, or loss of
personal property and expenses as a result of those inherent risks and dangers identified herein and those inherent risks and dangers not specifically identified, and as a result of my negligence in participating in this
activity.

I have carefully read, clearly understood, and accepted the terms and conditions stated herein and acknowledge
that this agreement shall be effective and binding upon me, my heirs, assigns, personal representative, and estate
and for all members of my family, including minor children.