In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in Town of Topsail Beach related events and activities; the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates and agrees that:
1. The risk of injury from the activities involved in the Topsail Beach Christmas Parade is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death; and,
2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest Town of Topsail Beach representative; and,
4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, hereby release and hold harmless the Town of Topsail Beach, their officers, officials, agents and/or employees, volunteers, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event.
5. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, herebyrelease and hold harmless the State of North Carolina, the North Carolina Department ofTransportation, Pender County, the Town of Topsail Beach, their officers, officials, agents and/or employees, volunteers.
6. I grant to the Town of Topsail Beach my permission to use without charge any and all photographs, video reproductions, or other like kinds of image productions taken during the event.
7. I understand that the Topsail Beach Christmas Parade staff are not responsible for the loss, theft, or any damages to personal property which includes, but is not limited to bicycles, vehicles, tents, trailers, luggage, etc.
8. I understand that I can be removed from the ride at any time for any reason with no refund.
I have read this release of liability and assumption of risk agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and sign it freely and voluntarily without any inducement.