WAIVER
FORM

Agreement:

In consideration for the limited and revocable right to access and otherwise utilize the land commonly known as “Millican Reserve” in Brazos County, Texas, and any facilities thereon, I hereby freely agree to and make the contractual representations and agreements contained in this document (the “Agreement”). I acknowledge the inherent dangers of participating in outdoor activities including, but not limited to, activities such as bicycling, hiking, running, horseback riding, camping, canoeing, kayaking, nature walks, swimming and participating in any water sport activity. I voluntarily fully assume the risks associated with my presence at Millican Reserve, including (by way of example and not limitation) the following risks: possible collisions with pedestrians, livestock, wildlife, vehicles, bicycles, or other fixed or moving objects; potential surface hazards, equipment failure, inadequate safety equipment, fire, and hazardous weather conditions; contact with biting insects, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and mammals; the dangers of participating in any water or play activity including drowning; and the possibility of serious physical and/or mental trauma including death arising from any of the inherent dangers present at Millican Reserve. I fully understand that accidents are not uncommon when participating in outdoor activities. I acknowledge it is impossible for the non-profit corporation known as Millican Reserve, its management, or the owners of the land on which it operates (together, “Millican”), its “Program Partners” (Millican approved organizations operating at Millican Reserve for the purpose of education and recreation), or any other parties affiliated with Millican Reserve to anticipate and prevent all conceivably hazardous situations that can occur while participating in outdoor activities. I understand permanent disabling injuries and even death can occur when participating in such activities. I acknowledge that due to the inherent danger related to the outdoor activities to be undertaken at Millican Reserve, Millican cannot and will not guarantee the safety of any person on the property or loss of any personal property. Furthermore, I understand that Millican does not guarantee the safety or quality of the facilities, the safety or quality of the program, or any of the equipment located on the property. I agree that it is my sole responsibility to be familiar with the conditions of the land and facilities at Millican Reserve, and I accept them in their as-is where-is condition. I understand and agree that situations may arise during participation in activities at Millican Reserve that may be beyond the immediate control of Millican, and I will not partake in any activities which endanger myself or others. I accept responsibility for the condition and adequacy of my bicycle, horse equipment, camping equipment, or any other equipment I may use at Millican Reserve. When participating in any outdoor activity including, but not limited to, riding a bicycle, riding a horse, canoeing, or kayaking at Millican Reserve, I will wear the proper safety equipment including, but not limited to, a properly rated helmet or life jacket, and I assume all responsibility and liability for the selection and fit of this safety equipment. I confirm that I have no physical or mental condition which would endanger myself or others if I participate in any event at Millican Reserve, or which would interfere with my ability to participate in any activities at Millican Reserve. I agree I will only enter Millican Reserve with the limited and revocable written permission of Millican or under the supervision of a Program Partner, and I will abide by any rules promulgated by Millican. My access to Millican Reserve is limited to the times and areas specifically permitted by separate agreement with Millican or Program Partners.

Insurance (not provided):

My signature on this document below indicates that I understand my need to have a comprehensive health, accident, and disability insurance plan that will pay for my complete care in the event I am injured or disabled while at Millican Reserve. Furthermore, I fully understand that neither Millican nor its affiliates maintain an insurance policy on my behalf nor will they provide insurance covering any circumstance arising from my access to Millican Reserve or my participation in an activity at Millican Reserve.

Pandemics/covid-19

Unfortunately, we live in a world where pandemics are a real threat. COVID-19 is an extremely dangerous virus and can lead to severe illness, injury and death. The undersigned acknowledges that the facilities located within Millican Reserve are not maintained, cleaned or sanitized in a way to control the spread of the COVID-19 virus and other viruses or disease and the use of the facilities located within Millican Reserve could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19 and other viruses or disease. The undersigned further acknowledges that the undersigned and all members of his/her household will follow any and all guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, federal, state or local governments or authorities concerning the use of the facilities located within Millican Reserve and limiting the spread of the COVID-19 virus and other viruses or disease. This includes, but is not limited to, adhering to capacity limitations, washing and disinfecting your hands, no parties or gatherings, not using the facilities located within Millican Reserve if you have been in close contact with a person who is lab confirmed to have the COVID-19 virus or other viruses or disease, or if you have a cough, shortness of breath, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, diarrhea, fever or other symptoms of illness, and maintaining at least six (6’) feet between you and other people who are not a part of your household, and wearing a facemask if required. The undersigned acknowledges and agrees that the release, indemnification and waiver provisions contained herein also include claims relating in any manner to the COVID-19 virus and other viruses or disease whatsoever whether or not associated with a pandemic.

Medical authorization

I understand Millican and its affiliates cannot be expected to anticipate or control all of the risks associated with the outdoor activity at Millican Reserve and may need to respond to emergency situations including but not limited to serious injury. I hereby give my consent to receive medical treatment, as determined by Millican, a Program Partner, other affiliates, or medical professional, during or resulting from my participation in an activity at Millican Reserve. I, my heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, assigns and successors in interest understand that the cost of any treatment will be my sole responsibility and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Millican and its affiliates for any costs incurred to treat me.

Media release:

I grant permission to Millican and its affiliates to take and use photographs/digital images, videotape, and/or audio recording or quoted remarks of me while at Millican Reserve. I agree to my image, voice and likeness being used in promotional or educational materials. These materials might include printed or electronic publications, websites or other electronic communications. I acknowledge that the picture or recording taken for this project becomes the sole and exclusive property of Millican. I hereby irrevocably consent to the unlimited use by Millican of my photograph and all likenesses, photographs and reproductions of my face and/or body in any form, together with all accompanying sound recordings, without limitation regarding the territorial, time or factual range of use. I release Millican from any and all liability arising out of the use of my video reproductions and sound recordings, including without limitation any claims arising out of my right of privacy or right of publicity and any claims based on any distortions, optical illusions or faculty mechanical reproductions of any such images. No compensation will be paid for this use.

Voluntary signature and binding of heirs and assigns:

I acknowledge and represent that I have read, understand, fully consent to, agree with all of the preceding warnings and information, and voluntarily accept all terms and restrictions contained in this Agreement. Furthermore, I agree for myself and my successors, that the representations contained herein are contractually binding and are not mere recitals. I acknowledge that I have not relied on any oral representations or statements from Millican nor any Program Partner apart from the terms contained in this Agreement. It is my express intent that this Agreement shall bind the members of my family and my spouse, if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representatives, if I am deceased, and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas. This Agreement may not be modified orally and a waiver of any provision shall not be construed as a modification of any other provision herein or as consent to any other provision herein or as consent to any subsequent waiver or modification.