Empowering Tomorrow Foundation is providing an opportunity for youth to learn, practice, or improve skills in archery! It is important that the PARTICIPANT/PARENT understand that shooting sports have many risks that are integral to the activity and cannot be eliminated without altering the nature of the sports. These risks are called inherent risks, of which, there are several types. Some are activity-related risks which include, but are not limited to: being struck by an arrow, or other projectile. Examples of facility/equipment-related risks include, but are not limited to: unknown, latent, or obvious facility defects; defective arrows, bows, or other equipment; Human- related risks include, but are not limited to: inappropriate or negligent actions of co-participants; participant overestimating his/her capacity (e.g. excess poundage); inappropriate clothing or inadequate protection by participant; participant failure to obey camp rules; instructor or staff misjudgment of environment, weather conditions, fitness of rental equipment, or participant ability. Three kinds of injuries can occur in shooting archery. The most common are minor injuries which include, but are not limited to: hand injuries (calluses, pinches, and punctures); bruises/scrapes to face, chest, breast, or forearm; Major injuries include, but are not limited to: arrow punctures; injury, and eye injury. Catastrophic injuries, though very rare, include, but are not limited to: loss of vision; paralysis, or death. The camp has developed rules and policies designed to minimize the likelihood of injury and maximize the safe participation of all.

Participation in the activity is voluntary, and all participants must comply with stated and customary rules for participation. If, however, the participant is found to be acting in a manner that is deemed potentially harmful, inappropriate, or negligent, the participant will be removed from participation; and if the participant observes any unusual significant hazards in their presence or participation, they should remove themself from participation and bring such attention to the nearest official immediately.

Assumption of Inherent Risks: I have read the above paragraphs and acknowledge the nature of archery, and that I am aware of the hazards and risks which may be associated with my child’s participation in the above named activity, including the risks of bodily injury, death or damage to property which may occur from known or unknown causes. I understand, accept, and assume all such hazards and risks, and waive all claims against Empowering Tomorrow Foundation, Abundant Life (facility), and Mr. Walter Squier (instructor). I understand that I am solely responsible for any costs arising out of bodily injury or property damage sustained through my participation in normal or unusual acts associated with the above named activities.

By typing my name below, I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the participant. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all sections of this form, including the program information, consent sections, and the waiver. I agree to the terms stated above and give permission for my child to participate. I understand that typing my name serves as my legal electronic signature.