Wilderness Adventurers Membership Services

As a part of membership acceptance. all applicants aged 18 or older must read the following release and waiver and indicate that they fully understand and accept the terms.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, AND INDEMNITY

I am aware that outdoor activities, including but not limited to, rock climbing, mountaineering, hiking, backpacking, biking, skiing, kayaking, canoeing and traveling in mountainous terrain can be extremely hazardous, and I am voluntarily participating in these activities with knowledge of the danger involved. I hereby agree to accept any and all risks of personal injury, death or damage resulting from or in connection with my participation in these activities. I am aware that other activities, including, but not limited to ice skating and picnics may be hazardous and hereby agree to accept any and all risks of personal injury, death or damage resulting from or in connection with my participation in these activities.

I understand that Wilderness Adventurers of Ontario, Inc., hereinafter called WA, is not responsible for instruction regarding safety for any of its activities or activities facilitated by WA and that I am responsible for my own safety and proper equipment and clothing. I am not aware of any physical, medical or health condition that would interfere with my safe participation in these activities, and if any such condition exists, I agree to notify WA of this condition and refrain from any activity dangerous to my health.

I agree that I will not sue, or make any claim, and hereby fully and forever release and discharge from all actions, claims or demands which I may have against WA or any affiliated chapters, groups, directors, officers, guides, members, employees, agents, leaders, instructors, contractors and volunteers for my personal injuries including, but not limited to bodily injury or death or property damage, whether caused by an employee agent, leader, instructor, guide, member, participant contractor or volunteer of WA or any affiliated chapters, groups or otherwise as a result of or in connection with my participation in the above-described and any other activities sponsored, organized, facilitated and or conducted by WA. The terms of this release shall be binding upon my heirs or personal representatives, heirs, successors, and assignees.

I agree to indemnify WA and its affiliated chapters, groups, directors, officers, members, employees, agents, leaders, instructors, members, participants, contractors and volunteers and each of them from any loss, liability, damage or cost they may incur in connection with the presence of my child or ward in any of the above - described activities, whether caused by the negligence of any officer, director, employee, agent, leader, instructor, guide, member, contractor or volunteer of WA or affiliated chapters, groups, or otherwise.

I expressly agree that this release, waiver and indemnity agreement is to be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and that this release, waiver and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the Province of Ontario, and that if it is determined that any portion of this release, waiver and indemnity is not held enforceable or valid, the remaining portions shall, notwithstanding, remain in full legal force and effect.

I hereby state that I am eighteen years of age or older and have read and signed this release, waiver and indemnity below with my signature. I have read carefully this agreement and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a waiver of claims and an indemnification, and a contract between myself and WA and its affiliated chapters, groups, directors, officers, guides, members, employees, agents, leaders, instructors, contractors and volunteers and I sign it of my own free will, and I am not under the influence of any alcohol, drugs or narcotics.

Furthermore, I have been instructed to seek independent legal counsel regarding this release of liability and waiver of claims form prior to signing this waiver.

Code of Conduct for all Members

Everyone who is part of the Wilderness Adventurers (WA) has the right to participate and enjoy WA events, activities and meetings in an environment that is respectful, safe, and positive. All those involved in WA should be aware of the standards and expectations of behaviour, which are outlined in the Code of Conduct. Definitions of terms can be found in the Canadian Human Rights Code.

All members will:

1. Refrain from words, actions and behaviour – in any medium – that demonstrate disrespect for other members, trip organizers, instructors, or any other participants.
2. Work to ensure an environment that is safe and protects members, trip organizers, instructors from emotional, physical, verbal and sexual abuse. Members will not have inappropriate physical or verbal contact with others.
3. Respect other members' rights to privacy and the confidentiality of their personal information, especially health information.
4. Not use contact information from the members’ contact list to solicit donations for causes or business opportunities such as to advertise or sell products, except as supported by the Board.
5. Those taking part in Club events and activities must always be attentive to their own health and safety and the health and safety of others. They should follow the directions of their event/activity organizer(s) and respect any Club practices and procedures intended to insure the safety of the group and individual participants.

Revocation of Membership

WA hereby reserves the right to refuse membership in, or revoke membership to, WA. In the case of revocation, the return of membership dues paid for the year in question will be the complete and final settlement to the member, of any and all claims against WA. WA further reserves the right to restrict participation of a member in any activity or event.