OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP: ADVENTURE EDGE 2 WEEKLY SCHEDULE

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1 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP: ADVENTURE EDGE 2 WEEKLY SCHEDULE Session 1: June 22 nd June 26 th 9am-3pm Session 2: July 13 th July 17 th 9am-3pm DAY ACTIVITIES ADDITIONAL ITEMS NEEDED MON TUE WED THU Teams & High Ropes Course Climbing Tower or Crate Climbing Horseback Riding (Sarah s Pony Rides Willow Springs) Creek Trekking (Waterfall Glen - Lemont) Geocaching, Canoeing, Swimming, Archery (Northside Park - Wheaton) Teams Course Climbing Tower, Crate Climbing and/or Power Pole T-Shirt Tie Dying Comfortable Clothes & Sturdy Shoes All Forms & Waivers (see checklist) Comfortable Clothes & Sturdy Shoes Comfortable Clothes & Sturdy Shoes Swimsuit & Towel Comfortable Clothes & Sturdy Shoes FRI Teams Course Recreational Tree Climbing (Camp Manitoqua - Frankfort) *All activities take place at Lincoln Marsh unless otherwise noted. Comfortable Clothes & Sturdy Shoes Please note: While we strive to stick to the above schedule, flexibility is necessary. Activities may be adjusted due to weather and other circumstances. WAIVERS: Parents/Guardians, please sign all the forms and waivers listed on the checklist for your child s camp. All necessary forms and waivers must be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian in order for your child to participate. Suggested items to bring every day to camp: Small backpack Water bottle Sunscreen Sunglasses Bug spray Hat Lunch Snack All Outdoor Adventure Camps begin and end at the east entrance to the Lincoln Marsh. Please see the map included in your parent manual. If you have any questions, please call

2 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP: ADVENTURE EDGE 2 FORMS AND WAIVERS Below is a checklist of forms and waivers that you will need for camp. Please print, complete and bring these with you the first day of camp. These forms can also be downloaded at Health History & Emergency Form Lincoln Marsh Challenge Course Waiver Special Activities Permission Form Sarah s Pony Rides (Horseback Riding) Wheaton Park District Canoe Waiver Camp Manitoqua Waiver (Recreational Tree Climbing) Medicine Dispensing Form (if needed)* Inhaler/Epi-Pen Waiver (if needed)* *If you have a camper who needs to have medicine available at camp, please contact the Lincoln Marsh office at or you can download the Medicine Dispensing form at The Inhaler/Epi-Pen waiver must be completed in addition to the Medicine Dispensing form if your camper will selfadminister an inhaler or Epi-Pen.

3 Attach Picture Wheaton Park District 2015 Health History and Emergency Form Name of Camp: Here Session: Name Birthday Age Grade in Fall Home Address City Zip Code Parent/Legal Guardian Phone Number Address City Zip Code (If different from address above) Work Phone: Cell Phone: Second Parent/Legal Guardian Phone Number Address City Zip Code (If different from address above) Work Phone: Cell Phone: If not available in an emergency, notify: Name Relationship Cell: Home Number: Address City Zip Code Insurance Information Is the participant covered by family medical/hospital insurance? yes no If yes, indicate carrier or plan name Group # Carrier Address City Zip Code Name of Insured Relationship to participant Physician Information Name of Physician Telephone Address City Zip Code Name of Dentist Telephone Address City Zip Code Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment I authorize the Wheaton Park District to take action as necessary in case of an emergency. Date Signature of Parent or Guardian Please see back side of form for health information

4 Health History The parent/legal guardian must fill in the following information. The intent of this information is to provide camp personnel the background for appropriate care. Keep a copy of the completed form for your records. ALLERGIES List all known Medication Allergies (List) Food Allergies (List) Describe Reaction and Management of the Reaction Other Allergies (List) include insect stings, hay fever, asthma, animal dander, bug spray, etc. Restrictions (The following restrictions apply to this individual) Does not eat: Peanuts Tree Nuts Pork Poultry Seafood Eggs Dairy Other Please describe other: General Questions (Explain yes answers below) 1. Had any recent injury, illness or infectious disease? Yes No 7. Ever had back problems? Yes No 2. Have a chronic or recurring illness/condition? Yes No 8. Ever had problems with joints? Yes No 3. Ever had a head injury? Yes No 9. Have any skin problems (rash, itching. Etc) Yes No 4. Ever been knocked unconscious? Yes No 10. Have diabetes? Yes No 5. Wear glasses contacts or protective eyewear? Yes No 11. Have frequent headaches? Yes No 6. Ever been diagnosed with a heart murmur? Yes No 12.Ever have frequent ear infections? Yes No Please explain any yes answers, noting the number of the question (s). My child is up-to-date on his/her immunizations and tetanus shots: yes no Use this space to provide any additional information about the participant s behavior and physical, emotional, or mental health about which the camp should be aware: Explain any restrictions to activity (e.g. what cannot be done, what adaptations or limitations are necessary, including swimming info): My child is authorized to be picked up by the following person(s) from camp: (ID must be provided by person picking up) 1. Relationship Phone # 2. Relationship Phone # 3. Relationship Phone #

5 PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION Wheaton Park District, Lincoln Marsh Challenge Course (Teams, High Ropes, Climbing Tower, Power Pole and Crate Climbing) Participant Information & Waiver Form p f Program Date: Group Name: Birthdate / / First Name: Last Name M F Street City, State Zip Phone (Home) (work) Emergency Contact Name Relationship: Emergency Phone # Medical information: Allergies Injuries My child requires use of epi-pen Yes No Did they bring it today Yes No My child requires the use of an inhaler Yes No Did they bring it today Yes No Any other medical information we should be aware of: (ex: diabetes, epileptic, back problems, etc.) IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Wheaton Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in a safe manner and holds the safety of participants in high regard. The Wheaton Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions that are designed to protect the participants safety. However, participants and parents/guardians of minors registering for this program/activity must recognize that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreational activities/programs. You are solely responsible for determining if you or your minor child/ward are physically fit and/or adequately skilled for the activities contemplated by this agreement. It is always advisable, especially if the participant is pregnant, disabled in any way or has recently suffered an illness, injury or impairment, to consult a physician before undertaking any physical activity. On Occasion, park district staff may photograph or videotape participants in park district classes/program or at park district facilities/events. These photos and videotapes are for park district use only, and may be included in publications, brochures, pamphlets, flyers and videos. WARNING OF RISK The Lincoln Marsh Challenge Course is a series of challenging activities that engage the physical, mental and emotional resources of each participant. Despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury, including cervical spine injury and head/brain injury. Understandably, not all hazards and dangers associated with the challenge course can be foreseen. Participants must understand that certain risks, dangers and injuries due to acts of god, inclement weather, slips and falls, insects, defective equipment, failure in supervision or instruction, premises defects and other circumstances inherent to outdoor settings and recreational activities can exist. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the Wheaton Park district to guarantee absolute safety WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program/activity, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program/activity (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in the challenge course, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with or associated with the challenge course.. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program/activity against the Wheaton Park district, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees here in collectively referred to as Park District. I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the park district form any and all claims for injuries, damages or loss that my miner child/ward or I may or which may accrue to me or my miner child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with the challenge course. I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk and waiver and release of all claims. If registering on-line or via fax, my on-line or facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature. PLEASE PRINT Participant s Name Date: Participant s Signature Parent Signature: *This waiver cannot be altered in any way (18 years or older or Parent/Guardian) PARTICIPATION WILL BE DENIED If the signature of adult participant or parent/guardian and date are not on this waiver

6 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP: ADVENTURE EDGE 2 SPECIAL ACTIVITIES PERMISSION FORM Since we do not have an indoor facility at the Lincoln Marsh Natural Area, our group may travel in a Wheaton Park District van to nearby locations possibly including but not limited to Sandburg Elementary School. All activities are weather permitting and may include walking to/from Sandburg Elementary School. The following special activities are scheduled to take place: Horseback Riding at Sarah s Pony Rides Creek Trekking at Waterfall Glen Canoeing, Swimming and Archery at Northside Park T-Shirt Tie Dying Recreational Tree Climbing at Camp Manitoqua Please bring this permission slip on the first day of camp. My child,, has my permission to participate in all special activities with the Lincoln Marsh Outdoor Adventure Camp - Adventure Edge 2. Parent/Guardian s Signature Date

7 SARAH S PONY RIDES, INC & HOOVED HAVEN CO., INC Riding Participant: Name (Please Print Clearly) Participant s Address: Phone number: Emergency phone number: ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF ASSUMED RISKS AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY WARNING: Under the Illinois Equine Liability Act (1995), each Participant who engages in an equine activity (including horse riding) expressly assumes the risks of engaging in and legal responsibility for any injury, loss or damage to person or property resulting from the risk of equine activities. Horses are very large and powerful animals. While Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. chooses its rental horses for their calm dispositions and follows a rigid training and risk reduction program, nevertheless any horse may behave in an unpredictable manner, regardless of its training or past performance. Horseback riding is a rugged physical activity, which carries with it the risk of mild to the most severe of injuries. Potential risk circumstances include but are not limited to: (1) the propensity of a horse at times or in certain circumstances to behave in ways that may result in injury or even death to persons; (2) certain hazards such as surface and subsurface conditions may cause a horse to react unpredictably; (3) collisions with other horses or objects may result in injuries; (4) the potential of a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the animal or not acting within his or her ability, and (5) any and all injuries related to being on the premises including, but limited to, injuries due to biting. I understand that, by engaging in this equine activity, I am expressly and without any reservation assuming all risks associated with and which are a result of engaging in this activity and I am assuming all legal liabilities for any injury or damage to person or property resulting from this activity and I am expressly releasing and forever waiving any claims which I or my heirs may have against Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. or its owners, officers/directors, employees/agents or volunteers related to my horseback riding and related equine activities. In addition, I acknowledge that I also have reviewed the various warnings in the attached pages and that, by initialing such paragraphs, I am agreeing to the applicable provisions. Participant (or Parent/Guardian) : Date:, 20 1

8 ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS A. Riding Participant Information: 1. Age: ; Weight: lbs.; 2. Riding Experience: a. Beginner: b. Under 10 Hours: c. Experienced (Over 10 Hours): B. Initials: Activity Risk Classification. Numerous obvious and non-obvious inherent risks are always present in equine activities, despite all safety precautions. I acknowledge that I may fall off a horse or may be thrown off a horse. Horses are 5 to 15 times larger, 20 to 40 times more powerful, and 3 to 4 times faster than a human, if a rider falls from a horse to the ground it will generally be from a distance of from 3-1/2 to 5-1/2 feet, and, depending on the surface and the speed of the animal, the impact may result in harm to the rider. I knowingly and voluntarily accept and agree that I will not hold Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. or my instructor liable for my injuries, my own property damage, or damage to the property of another, or other loss, or death related to my learning a new activity as part of my horseback riding training. I understand and agree that an instructor may not be held liable for any injuries that his or her students suffer, as there are inherent risks in equine activities. C. Nature of Horses. 1. Initials: Unpredictable Reactions. I understand that even a docile and well-trained horse s reaction is unpredictable to certain sounds (e.g., loud voices or shouting by Participant or others; thunder; vehicles), to sudden movements, to unfamiliar objects, persons, or other animals and to hazards (including, but not limited to a person, another horse, another animal or an object). If a horse is frightened or provoked, it may divert from its training and act according to its natural survival instincts, which may include, but are not limited to: stopping short; spinning around; changing directions and/or speed; bucking; rearing; kicking; biting; and/or running from danger. I also acknowledge that these are just some of the risks inherent in equine activities. I agree to assume these risks and others not specifically mentioned above and I am not relying on Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. to list all possible risks for me. 2. Initials: Hazards. I am aware and understand that a horse may be hard to handle and can, without warning or any apparent cause, stop short, change directions or speed, shift its weight, buck, stumble, fall, rear, bite, kick, run, spook, jump obstacles, step on a person's feet, push or shove a person, fight with another horse, or make other unexpected or erratic movements. In addition, equipment may fail, saddles, cinches, and/or bridles may loosen, shift or even break. Any of these conditions may cause serious bodily harm or even death. I understand that the above-mentioned hazards and risks are described as examples only (as there are numerous other hazards and risks inherent in equine activities ), and that there are risks from other actions related to horseback riding, including but not limited to: non-riding activities such as approaching, handling, saddling/un-saddling, leading or walking horses, as well as other possible hazards and/or conditions at the stable, riding arenas, training areas and tack storage areas. I agree to assume these risks and others not specifically mentioned above and I am not relying on Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. to list all possible risks for me. D. Rider Responsibility. 1. Initials: Instructions. I understand that, upon mounting a horse and taking up the reins, the rider is in primary control of the horse. The rider s safety largely depends on his/her ability to carryout simple instructions and his/her ability to remain balanced aboard the moving animal. I agree that the rider shall be responsible for his/her own safety. 2. Initials: Pregnant Riders. Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co., advises pregnant women not to ride horses, unless specific permission is given under advice of their physician. If the Participant is pregnant, she hereby expressly agrees to assume any and all risks to herself and that of an unborn child. N/A : 3. Initials: Safety Policies. Sound basic training is required for all riders, but especially for novices. I hereby agree to follow any safety policies, warning signs, or rules that I am advised of, either verbally or in writing, by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. and/or its employees or agents. 4. Initials: Warnings. I understand that I have the sole individual responsibility to manage, care for, and control a particular horse and I understand that it is my duty to act with the limits of my own ability, to maintain reasonable control of the particular horse at all times, to heed all posted warnings, to ride in an area or in facilities designated by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co., and to refrain from acting in a manner that may cause or contribute to the injury of anyone or any horse. 5. Initials: Alcohol or Drugs. I am physically and mentally capable of participating in horseback riding and other equine activities, and 1 will not use or be under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs while participating in horseback riding. 6. Carry-On Objects. I understand that, when approaching, mounting and riding horses, I must not carry loose items that may fall or blow away or flap in the wind, bounce or make sharp noises, the action of which may scare horses 2

9 and cause them to react in unsafe ways. Some examples are: cameras, cell phones, hats not securely fastened under the chin, toys or purses. 7. Initials: Noises. When near or riding a horse, riders must not make sharp or loud noises, such as whistling, screaming or yelling, the sound of which may scare horses causing them to react in unsafe ways. 8. Initials: Saddle Girths. I understand that saddle girths (saddle fasteners around the horse s belly) may loosen during a ride, due to the movements of the horse. If a rider notices this, he/she must alert the nearest guide or wrangler as quickly as possible so action can be taken to avoid slippage of saddle and a potential fall from the animal. E. Initials: Conditions of Nature. I understand that Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. is not responsible for total or partial acts, occurrences or elements of nature that can scare a horse, cause it to fall or react in some other unsafe way. Some examples are: thunder, lightning, rain, wind, water, wild and domestic animals, insects, reptiles, which may walk, run or fly near, or bite or sting a horse or person and irregular footing on out-of-door groomed or wild land which is subject to constant change in condition according to weather, temperature and natural or man-made changes in landscape. I also acknowledge that these are just some of the risks and I agree to assume others not mentioned above. I am not relying on Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. to list all possible conditions for me. F. Initials: Accident/Medical Insurance. I hereby authorize any emergency medical treatment deemed necessary in the event of any injury to me while participating in horseback riding or other equine activities at Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. facilities or nearby trails. I either have appropriate insurance or, in its absence, I agree to pay all costs for medical services as may be incurred on my behalf. Should emergency medical treatment be required, I and/or my own accident/medical insurance company shall pay for all such incurred expenses. G. Initials: Minors. As a parent or legal guardian of the above-named Participant who is under age 18, I understand that I am acknowledging and assuming the inherent risks of equine activities as described above on behalf of the Participant and that, on behalf of the minor Participant, I am waiving/releasing any and all claims of liability against Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. or its owners, officers/directors, employees/agents and volunteers with respect to any and all injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property, to the fullest extent permitted by law. N/A: H. Helmets. Parent/Guardian Signature Name: Address: Parent: Legal Guardian: 1. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS UNDER AGE 18. a. Initials: Protective Headgear/Helmet Warning. I agree that I, for myself and on behalf of my child and/or legal ward, have been fully warned and advised by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc. that protective headgear/helmet which meets or exceeds the quality standards of the SEI Certified ASTM Standard F 1163 Equestrian Helmet must be worn by Participants under age 18 while riding, handling, and/or being near horses, and I understand the wearing of such headgear/helmet at these times may reduce severity of some of the wearer s head injuries and possibly prevent the wearer s death from happening as the result of a fall and other occurrences. b. Initials: Offering. I acknowledge that Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. has offered an ASTM Standard F 1163 Equestrian Helmet. I acknowledge that a protective headgear/helmet provided by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. may not be of perfect fit for the Participant s head, and that, once provided, I will be responsible for securing the headgear/helmet on the Participant s head at all times. I am not relying on Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc. and/or its associates to check any headgear/helmet or headgear/helmet strap that the Participant may wear. Parent/Guardian Signature Name: Address: Parent: Legal Guardian: 3

10 2. ADULT PROTECTIVE HEAD GEAR OFFERING. a. Initials: Protective Headgear/Helmet Warning and Offering. I agree that I, for myself and on behalf of my child and/or legal ward, have been fully warned and advised by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. that protective headgear/helmet which meets or exceeds the quality standards of the SEI Certified ASTM Standard F 1163 Equestrian Helmet should be worn while riding, handling, and/or being near horses, and I understand the wearing of such headgear/helmet at these times may reduce severity of some of the wearer s head injuries and possibly prevent the wearer s death from happening as the result of a fall and other occurrences. b. Initials: I have been offered protective headgear (riding helmet) by Sarah's Pony Rides, Inc. and/or Hooved Haven Co. and, as an adult 18 years of age or older, I understand that the wearing of such protective headgear while mounting, riding, dismounting and otherwise being around horses may prevent or reduce severity of some head injuries, and may even prevent death happening as the result of a fall or other occurrence. c. Initials: Adult Participants: Please sign beneath the statement which describes your choice to wear or not to wear protective headgear provided by Sarah's Pony Rides, Inc. & / or Hooved Haven Co. (i) Protective Head Gear Acceptance. I request to wear protective headgear provided by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc & Hooved Haven Co. Adult Participant s Signature Date: (ii) Protective Head Gear Refusal. I decline to wear any type of protective headgear and/or will provide my own and I accept full responsibility for my own safety in this decision. I. Other Equipment. Adult Participant s Signature Date: Initials: In consideration of the payment of a fee and the signing of this Agreement, the Participant (or parent or legal guardian thereof, if a minor), hereby agrees to hire from Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc & Hooved Haven Co. horse, tack and equipment for the purpose of engaging in horseback riding activities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND RELEASE In consideration of being allowed to participate in the equine activities provided by Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. an Illinois corporation, and/or Hooved Haven Co., an Illinois corporation, the undersigned Participant (or Participant s parent/guardian) acknowledges, understands and accepts: 1. That I have been warned of the significant risks of mounting, riding, dismounting and otherwise being around horses, and that these risks include, but are not limited to: a) The propensity of a horse to behave in dangerous ways, which may result in injury to the Participant; b) The inability to predict a horse s reaction to sound, movements, objects, persons, or animals; and c) The hazards of surface or sub-surface conditions of riding areas. 2. That I have been warned that these risks of riding and being around horses may result in serious bodily injury, including permanent paralysis or even death; and 3. That I have read the above Warning and I knowingly and freely assume all such risks of mounting, riding, dismounting and otherwise being around horses. Finally, for myself as Participant (or as parent/guardian of Participant) and on behalf of my (or the Participant s) heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, I HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS with respect to any and all injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. and their owners, officers, directors, agents and/or employees, as well as other riding participants, any sponsoring organization(s) and any advertisers for Sarah s Pony Rides, Inc and / or Hooved Haven Co. 4

11 I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE BEFORE SIGNING AND THAT I UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS AND SIGN IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY, WITHOUT INDUCEMENT. X (Signature) Date: Signing Party s Name (Participant or Parent/Guardian) (Print Clearly): 5

12 Wheaton Park District CANOE WAIVER AND RELEASE FORM PLEASE PRINT Participant's Name (First) (Last) Street City Zip Phone Sex Birth Date Emergency Contact Emergency Phone IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Wheaton Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in a safe manner and holds the safety of participants in high regard. The Wheaton Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions that are designed to protect the participants safety. However, participants and parents/guardians of minors registering for this program/activity must recognize that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in outdoor recreational activities. You are solely responsible for determining if you or your minor child/ward are physically fit and/or skilled for the activities contemplated by this agreement. It is always advisable, especially if the participant is pregnant, disabled in any way or recently suffered an illness, injury or impairment, to consult a physician before undertaking any physical activity. WARNING OF RISK AND WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS Canoeing is intended to challenge and engage the physical, mental and emotional resources of each participant. However, despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury, including drowning. All hazards and dangers cannot be foreseen. Certain risks include, but are not limited to, dangerous weather and water conditions such as rapids, deep or cold water, above and subsurface rocks and obstacles, hydraulics, strainers and ledges, acts of God, and insect bites. Other risks include capsizing, being pinned between rocks, logs or trees, hypothermia, sunburn, heatstroke, dehydration, inadequate supervision or instruction, horseplay and carelessness, poor canoeing technique or swimming skills, loss of balance, collision with other canoes or stationary objects, paddling the canoe in waters too difficult for the canoeist s capability, inadequate or defective equipment, and failure to wear a personal floatation device or other safety equipment. In this regard, it is impossible for the Wheaton Park District to guarantee absolute safety. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program (including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided). I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program against the Wheaton Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees. I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk, waiver and release of all claims, and permission to secure treatment. If registering on-line or via fax, my online or facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature. Parent Signature Date (Parent/Guardian must sign for participant under age 18) Participant Signature Date PARTICIPATION WILL BE DENIED if the signature of the parent/guardian and date are not on this waiver.

13 Camp Manitoqua Outdoor Education Medical Statement: I recognize that Outdoor Education activities can be a strenuous endeavor requiring me to be in good physical condition. I hereby certify that I do not suffer from any physical infirmities or illnesses which would affect my ability to engage in the Outdoor Education activities and that if I am now under the treatment for any of the following, I will circle the proper heading and discuss them with the Manitoqua Ministries course instructor: Cardiac or Pulmonary Condition or Disease Nervous Disorder Diabetes High or Low Blood Pressure Recent Injuries Pregnancy Fainting Spells or Convulsions Kidney Related Diseases Alcoholism Drug Addiction or Dependency Shortness of Breath Insect Allergies Back or Neck Injury Any Orthopedic Problem Mental Distress I further certify that I have not taken any alcoholic beverages or non-prescription drugs within the last 12 hours and the drugs I have used within the last 12 hours are. Acknowledgment of Risk and Assumption of Personal Responsibility: I understand that during my participation in the Outdoor Education activity I may be exposed to physically and psychologically stressful and challenging situations. I understand, too, that although the program has taken precautions to provide proper organization, supervision, instruction and equipment for each activity it is impossible for the program to guarantee absolute safety. Also, I understand that I share responsibility for safety and I assume that responsibility. Further, I waive any claim that may arise against Manitoqua Ministries and/or its employees as a result of my participation in the program, except those which are the direct result of the negligence of Manitoqua Ministries and/or its employees. I have accepted responsibility for verifying my personal health and my medical history as stated above and that I have no physical or psychological problems that would prohibit my participation in this program. I agree to comply with all instructions and directions of the Manitoqua Ministries staff during my participation. Print Name: Participant Signature: Date: Age: I/we acknowledge that there can be no guarantee of safety against risk and unforeseen accident, as detailed above, and consent to the participation of the above named participant in the Outdoor Education activities. I also authorize the treatment of my son or daughter by a licensed medical doctor in the event of any emergency. This authority is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me. Parent Signature (if under 18): Date: Emergency Phone Number: