Please discuss with your entire family before submitting this Acknowledgment of Risk form!
We (I), the undersigned adults and children, recognize the elements of risk and danger in any adventure, sport, activity, or outing associated with the outdoors in remote, unimproved, and mountain conditions such as Montecito Sequoia Lodge. We further
agree to make ourselves aware of the risks and dangers of the over 40 camp activities, facilities and grounds at and surrounding Montecito Sequoia Lodge including such things as: Walking or Running on uneven Mountain Terrain, stair steps, Mountain Biking, Swimming in pool, SPA, or Lake swimming, Boating, Sailing, Rock Climbing, Tennis, Volleyball, Trampoline, PLUS all of our activities that are too numerous to mention.
Each member of the family agrees to exercise caution and good judgment regarding the participation of our family members in any scheduled activities or "free time" activities we do on our own. If the Montecito staff needs to know of any special restrictions, we will notify the Program Director in writing which restrictions we need to apply. We will also be cautious and will drive safely on the roads and be alert for wild animals, such as deer or chipmunks, crossing the roads.
We (I) understand and acknowledge that Covid-19 has now become endemic, and a risk of severe illness remains for some people. While Montecito Sequoia Lodge has implemented reasonable precautions to help protect our guests and staff from Covid and other contagious illnesses, no one can eliminate the possibility of someone contracting a contagious illness or having a virus manifest itself in a guest or staff member during your stay. Therefore, we agree to make ourselves aware of the risks associated with COVID-19, and other contagious illnesses, and staying at Montecito Sequoia Lodge and participating in the numerous activities available during your stay.
We (I) agree to complete the Health Form carefully and give Montecito Sequoia Lodge written information, on arrival, of each family member's health condition of which the staff needs to be aware. Because of our attention to safety and accident prevention, we (I) agree to be careful ourselves, as Adults, and to supervise our children during unscheduled activity time. This means that we (I) accept full responsibility for all accidents which might occur no matter what the cause.
We do hereby release and agree to hold harmless and indemnify the Montecito Lake Resort, LLC dba Montecito Sequoia Lodge from any and all claims, actions, or damages - whether consisting of personal injury, illness, property, vehicle damage, or death, that does or may result from our presence at Montecito Sequoia Lodge and/or participation in any activities on or off the premises. We (I) further agree to accept financial responsibilities for any damages or expenses which may occur.
It is mutually agreed that if any complaints or disputes arise, that we are not able to resolve through personal discussion, we will seek an impartial mediator to try to work things out. If that is not successful, we agree to resolve the dispute through binding arbitration under California Code of Civil Procedure section 1980 et seq. Knowing these risks and dangers, we (I) understand and accept the financial consequences of staying at Montecito Sequoia Lodge and participating in all camp activities for each member of our family, as well as the risks of just living in a wilderness area.
We (I) further understand Montecito Sequoia Lodge staff reserves the right to refuse any person the right to participate in a supervised activity if they feel that it is unsafe for an individual to participate. We (I) also agree to abide by the rules and instructions given to us either verbally or in writing by Montecito Sequoia Lodge staff. We also will make sure that our children do not swim, boat, wade in the lake, and wander away without supervision by a parent. If bringing firearms, we agree to have them locked and kept in the Riflery Gun cabinet.
We (I) give permission for any photographs and video tapes taken to be used by Montecito Sequoia Lodge unless I specify in writing, in advance, that I do not wish to be photographed. Also, I will not hold Montecito Sequoia Lodge responsible for lost or misplaced personal items. We (I) understand that an address list of camper names and city only will be made available to families attending their week at camp. To exclude our name from this list, we will notify the Front Desk at least two weeks in advance. Also, if you do not hold a Health and Accident insurance policy, please arrange to purchase one. Travel Agents often offer these.
We (I) have read, understand, and accept the terms and conditions stated herein and acknowledge this agreement to be effective and binding upon us (me) during our stay at Montecito Sequoia Lodge. We have read the cancellation policy and understand the advanced notice required for Refunds. We (I) also have notified each family member that illegal drugs, including marijuana due to our location on Federal land, may not be brought, or used at Montecito Sequoia Lodge. Our signatures/ initials below indicate a full understanding and acceptance of the above Acknowledgement of Risk and Cancellation Policy. I (we) have read, discussed, understand, and accept our personal and financial responsibilities for any accident, illness or injury should they occur.