Privacy Consent
By becoming a member of the SCCC, I accept the use of required personal information for the administration of SCCC activities and where this information may be viewed by other members, such as on the SCCC website and on SCCC notice boards. I also consent to the use of any photos which included me in SCCC activities, unless expressly declined by me at the time the photo was taken and the publication of club activities in which my name was included, such as game results, which may also be used for promoting the organization. The complete Privacy Policy is available by clicking on the 'Privacy' link displayed at the bottom of each screen. I agree that I have read and understood the Privacy Policy.
Awareness and Assumption of Risk
All sports including curling have risks. The risks and hazards of curling can be severe resulting from accidental contact
with another player, with a rock or from a fall on the ice. Obviously bumping one’s head or having a spinal cord or other injuries can be disastrous. Some of the many potential risks, hazards, or injuries are listed below:
- Slipping and falling while stepping onto the ice surface from or to the walkway;
- Being struck by a broom, brush, or curling stone;
- Falling because of slippery ice, or uneven or irregular surfaces;
- Falling while delivering the curling stone, skipping or sweeping;
- Physical contact with other participants, spectators, or equipment;
- Running or sliding on the ice surface;
- Strenuous cardiovascular workouts and demanding physical techniques such as sweeping;
- Exerting and stretching various muscle groups;
- Failure to use one’s equipment properly or the mechanical failure of one’s equipment.
Furthermore, I am aware that:
- A safe practices information guide is available recommending the techniques and available equipment to protect
myself and reduce the risk of injury to myself and others while enjoying the sport. - The risk of injury is reduced if I follow all rules and safe practices established for participation; and
- The risk of injury increases as I become fatigued or my abilities are impaired for any reason.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AGREEMENT TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MYSELF:
I am participating voluntarily in these activities, events, and programs. I agree that there are risks in curling as described above and by participating I am exposed to these risks and hazards. I voluntarily agree to accept these risks and be responsible for any injury, damage, or other loss that I might receive while participating in these events, activities, and programs.
Release, Indemnification, and Hold Harmless Agreement
In consideration of participating in curling, and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability arising from negligence St. Croix Valley Youth Center (At St. Mary's Point) and St. Croix Curling Center both Minnesota non-profit corporations and its founders, directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Releasees”), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows:
- I acknowledge that curling involves known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death, and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, falling on the ice; medical conditions resulting from physical activity, and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity.
- I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the Releasees. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary and I elect to participate despite the risk. In addition, if at any time I believe that event conditions are unsafe or that I am unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately discontinue participation.
- I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action with are in any way connected with my participation in this activity, or my use of their equipment or facilities, arising from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be required to incur attorney’s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs.
- I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may suffer or cause while participating in this activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I have no medical or physical condition which could interfere with my safety in this activity or else I am willing to assume and bear the costs of – all risks that may be created directly or indirectly, by any such condition.
- In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so solely in the state where Releasees’ facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply.
- I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.
By signing this document, I agree that if I am hurt or my property is damaged during my participation in this activity, then I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against the parties being released on the basis of any claim for negligence.
I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and, should I choose to do so, consult with legal counsel prior to signing. Also, I understand that this activity might not be made available to me or that the cost to engage in this activity would be significantly greater if I were to choose not to sign this release, and agree that the opportunity to participate at the stated cost in return for the execution of this release is a reasonable bargain. I have read and understood this document and I agree to be bound by its terms.