Release of Liability Waiver

In consideration of the services of Learning Escapes LLC d.b.a. Learning Escapes, and its owners, directors, employees, agents, contractors, and all other persons or entities associated with those businesses (hereinafter collectively referred to as "LE"), I agree to the following release:

I fully understand that participation in events or travel whether in civilized or remote areas and whether by boat, on bicycle, on foot, on horseback, or any other form of conveyance or travel contains inherent risks of illness, injury to property and person, and death.  These risks may result from the nature of the activity itself, the negligence of others, defects in equipment supplied by LE or it's associated vendors, the use and operation of such equipment, weather, road and trail conditions, my own physical condition, first-aid and emergency treatment and lack thereof, and consumption of food and drink.  I am aware that medical services or facilities may not be readily available or accessible during some of the time in which I am participating in the trip.

I am aware of the risks and dangers inherent in the activities arranged by LE that I and my family, if applicable, are involved in.  I am mentally and physically capable of participating in the activities, and willingly assume the risk of injury, loss or damage to property, or death as my sole responsibility.

I understand that LE reserves the right to make photographic or film records on any of their trips, and hereby agree that LE may use such photographic or film records for promotional and/or commercial purposes.

As lawful consideration for being permitted by LE to participate in an event, travel trip, or other activity, the undersigned hereby releases LE from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions or rights of action for any illness, injury, death, or damage to myself and to my property, which are related to or are in any way connected with my participation in activities, scheduled or unscheduled, arranged by LE.  This release specifically includes but is not limited to the negligent acts or omissions of LE.  I understand that Learning Escapes cannot be responsible for the actions of other event or travel trip participants and/or roommates which are out of their control. I agree that the foregoing obligations shall be binding on me personally, as well as upon my heirs, assigns, and all members of my family including any minors accompanying me, if any.

I am aware of the risks inherent in sharing accommodations with another member of the group, that has been arranged by Learning Escapes, and on behalf of myself, my heirs, and assigns, I promise and covenant not to sue, assert or otherwise maintain any claim against Learning Escapes for any theft, injury, death, or damage to myself or to my property arising from or in any way connected with my sharing accommodations with another member of the group. I agree to assume any financial responsibilities which arise in the event that my roommate and I are not compatible and other accommodations are made on our behalf.

Further, on behalf of myself, my heirs, and assigns I promise and covenant not to sue, assert or otherwise maintain any claim against LE for any injury, death, or damage to myself or to my property arising from or in any way connected with my participation in any activity arranged by LE.

I FULLY RECOGNIZE THAT IF ANYONE IS HURT OR PROPERTY IS DAMAGED WHILE I AM ENGAGED IN ANY ACTIVITY ON THIS EVENT AND/OR TRIP, I WILL HAVE NO RIGHT TO MAKE A CLAIM OR FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST LE EVEN IF LE NEGLIGENTLY CAUSES BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

I understand that this writing is the entire, integrated agreement between myself and LE, and that it can only be modified or changed by a writing signed by both parties.  I expressly agree that this release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as the laws of the State of Maryland allow, and that if any portion hereof is later found to be invalid or not enforceable, the balance of this release shall continue in full legal force and effect.