Liability Waiver ROOTS & RELICS LLC PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT IMPORTANT: THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT. BY COMPLETING YOUR TICKET PURCHASE AND PROVIDING YOUR INFORMATION, YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE TERMS BELOW AND WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING OR SUBMITTING.
This Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between the undersigned participant (“Participant”) and Roots & Relics LLC, its owners, officers, directors, managers, members, employees, contractors, volunteers, agents, sponsors, promoters, event organizers, landowners, affiliated entities, and any and all other persons or entities associated with the event (collectively, the “Released Parties”). In consideration of being permitted to participate in the event known as Roots & Relics (the “Event”), the Participant acknowledges and agrees as follows:
1. Assumption of Risk
The Participant fully understands and expressly assumes all risks associated with participation in the Event, including but not limited to:
• Terrain hazards (e.g., wooded areas, rocky or uneven ground, depressions, and holes),
• Wildlife or livestock encounters (e.g., snakes, bears, cows, bulls, deer),
• Environmental exposures (e.g., heat stroke, dehydration, poisonous plants),
• Physical exertion,
• Equipment-related incidents,
• Medical emergencies, and
• The negligence or gross negligence of the Released Parties.
2. Waiver and Release
The Participant, on behalf of themselves and their heirs, assigns, personal representatives, successors, and next of kin (collectively, the “Successors”),
does hereby voluntarily, fully, and forever waive, release, discharge, hold harmless, and covenant not to sue the Released Parties from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses (including attorney’s fees), and causes of action, whether in law or equity, that may arise directly or indirectly from participation in the Event, including any claims caused in whole or in part by the negligence, gross negligence, acts, or omissions of any Released Party.
3. Medical Fitness The Participant affirms that they are in good physical condition and have no known medical or physical conditions that would interfere with or endanger their participation in the Event. The Participant acknowledges that they are solely responsible for determining their fitness to participate and for the condition of their equipment.
4. Site-Specific Risks and Conduct
The Participant acknowledges that the Event is conducted on active farming and undeveloped land, which may pose inherent hazards. The Participant agrees to:
• Exercise caution,
• Refill any holes dug during the Event,
• Properly dispose of trash in designated receptacles, and
• Leave the premises promptly upon request if found in violation of site rules. Failure to comply may result in the removal from the property without refund.
5. Parking and Property Parking is provided at the Event site.
The Participant assumes full responsibility for their motor vehicle and personal property. The Released Parties are not liable for theft, damage, or towing of any vehicle parked outside designated areas. Towing may occur without prior notice, and all associated costs shall be borne by the Participant.
6. Alcohol and Substance Use
The consumption or possession of alcohol or illegal substances is strictly prohibited while on the Event premises.
7. Valuable Finds
The Participant agrees that any single item or collection of items with a fair market value of $25,000 or more shall be surrendered to Roots & Relics LLC for sale at public or private auction. Net proceeds shall be divided as follows:
• 50% to the landowner
• 50% to the Participant
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8. Indemnification
The Participant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all claims, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of their participation in the Event or arising from any breach of this Agreement.
9. Binding Effect
This Agreement is binding on the Participant and their Successors. If any provision herein is determined to be unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect. This Agreement may not be modified orally and may only be amended in a written document signed by all parties.
10. Legal Recourse
In the event that the Participant or their Successors bring any claim in contravention of this Agreement, the Participant agrees to be responsible for all legal fees and costs incurred by the Released Parties in defending such claim.
BY COMPLETING REGISTRATION OR SUBMITTING TICKET INFORMATION, THE PARTICIPANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT.