The Finger Lakes Runners Club welcomes you to Forge the Gorge (“the Event”). To participate in the Event, you must agree that you understand the risks involved, would be considered physically capable and properly trained by a certified coach, and will follow all decisions by race officials.
Risks & Hazards
I acknowledge and assume all risks associated with participating in the Event, including but not limited to: falls; physical contact with other participants, volunteers, race personnel, contract service providers, and spectators; the effects of weather including high heat and humidity, lightning and thunderstorms, strong winds and hail, poor air quality and wildfire smoke, severe storms and flash flooding, and cold temperatures and slippery surfaces; coming in contact with animals both wild and domestic; the potential for exposure to communicable diseases; and all other conditions of the course and venue.
Additional risks specific to trail races include: challenging terrain with rocks, roots, mud, and steep sections; hazardous plants including poison ivy; limited cell service and emergency access; extended response times for medical assistance; and changing weather conditions with limited shelter options.
I recognize that these risks may result in muscle strains and tears; sprains; joint injuries; broken bones; head injuries including concussion; weather-related conditions including heat exhaustion, heat stroke, hypothermia, frostbite, and harm from lightning strikes; cardiac events including strokes and heart attacks; and other serious injuries or death.
Rules & Requirements
I agree that bicycles, skateboards, baby jogging strollers, roller skates or inline skates, and animals are not allowed in races unless explicitly permitted by the race director, and I will abide by all race rules.
Release
Having read this waiver and knowing these facts, and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release the Finger Lakes Runners Club, its officers, directors, and volunteers; any medical or rescue personnel including but not limited to emergency responders, search and rescue teams, and medical volunteers; Fillmore Glen State Park, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; the Town of Moravia; the Road Runners Club of America; and their representatives and successors (collectively, “Released Parties”) from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in the Event, even though such liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the Released Parties.
Specific Authorizations
I grant permission to the Released Parties to use my name, results, photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of the Event for any legitimate purpose, including promotional materials. I am aware that the Event does not offer refunds in the event of cancellation.
I acknowledge that the Event takes place in a remote location where medical care may be significantly delayed. While the Event does not guarantee medical support, assistance may be provided by volunteers, spectators, search and rescue teams, or other emergency responders. I authorize race officials or any of the parties above to organize or secure medical treatment for me in the event of an injury or illness. I understand I am solely responsible for all costs related to evacuation, emergency care, and medical treatment.
Acknowledgment
By signing below, I confirm that I have read and agree to the terms of this waiver. I acknowledge that participating in the Event is a potentially hazardous activity that could result in injury or death, and I accept all risks associated with participating in the Event. I certify that I am medically able to perform the Event, am in good health, and have received proper training. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official regarding my ability to participate in or complete the Event safely.
I certify that I am at least 18 years of age and voluntarily forfeit my right to sue. If signing on behalf of a minor participant, I affirm that I am their parent or legal guardian and have the authority to accept these terms on their behalf.